4 extreme activities to try out in Asia

An activity that has grown in popularity over the years, whitewater rafting is the perfect sport for thrill seekers and water sports enthusiasts. Whitewater refers to the extremely fast rapids of the river, and requires great skill and dexterity to navigate through it. If you’re looking for a place to try this, check out Mae Taeng River in Thailand where they have rapids of varying difficulty levels, from Class II to Class IV. However, if you’re up for a challenge, there is always Mayhka River in Myanmar. Dubbed the ‘Everest of Rivers’, there are gorges along the river where Class V to VI rapids await the daredevil in you.

We’ve all probably seen it at one point—the iconic picture of hot air balloons floating across limestone spires and caves in Cappadocia, Turkey. But do you know there’s a place in Asia that offers similar breathtaking sights? Take to the skies in Bagan, Myanmar, and be treated to an awe-inspiring view of ancient temples and the beautiful Inle Lake.

If you’re not intimidated by heights, Asia has some great places for bungee jumping. Check out the bungy tower at AJ Hackett Sentosa in Singapore, where you can also experience the beach life, or The Last Resort in Nepal where you can plunge towards a daunting tropical gorge. If that’s not extreme enough for you, take a step up by leaping off the Macau Tower in China—the world’s highest jumping site at 233 metres. Due to its tremendous height, special bungee chords, guide cables, and a recovery system had to be developed.

We’ve all seen it—from blockbuster action films to aspirational commercials. There’s just something about jumping off the plane and falling through the air that gets us. Visit Dubai, a country which is gaining a reputation as one of the best places to skydive in Asia. Leap off the plane and witness a stunning view of the skyline and the iconic Palm Jumeirah. If that’s not extreme enough for you, Thailand offers skydiving altitudes up to 14,000 feet (4,300 metres), one of the highest in Asia. With some of the most scenic seaside locations in the world, you’ll definitely be in for a treat.

As adventurous as you may be, don’t jump in without the safety net of travel insurance. Some travel insurance policies provide optional coverage for adventurous activities as an add-on, which would be extremely handy for the astronomical cost of emergency medical treatment should the need ever arise. Find out more about the risks below!

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