Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Regional Forums > North Africa
Egypt > Sudan border costs with motorbike 2018 Egypt > Sudan border costs with motorbike 2018
Register FAQ Calendar Today's Posts
North Africa Topics specific to North Africa and the Sahara down to the 17th parallel (excludes Morocco)
Photo by Andy Miller, UK, Taking a rest, Jokulsarlon, Iceland

I haven't been everywhere...
but it's on my list!


Photo by Andy Miller, UK,
Taking a rest,
Jokulsarlon, Iceland



Trans Sahara Routes.

Like Tree3Likes
  • 1 Post By goo
  • 1 Post By goo
  • 1 Post By Chris Scott

Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 18 Feb 2018
goo's Avatar
goo goo is offline
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: London, UK
Posts: 211
Egypt > Sudan border costs with motorbike 2018
Hi

I will cross into Sudan from Egypt in a few days an wondering if anyone has recently done the same with a motorbike and can share what costs they encountered?

Thanks
Last edited by Chris Scott; 25 Feb 2018 at 09:29.
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 19 Feb 2018
Chris Scott's Avatar
Super Moderator
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jun 2000
Posts: 4,911
Don't have recent info/links but let us know the form when you do. tnx.
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 19 Feb 2018
Lifetime Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Australia
Posts: 365
I crossed in early 2016. Then costs totalled less than$50 on Sudan side and about $150 on Egyptian side (that included buying insurance).

Couple of things to note (I) don't go on a Friday, it is closed (ii) there is absolutely no need for a fixer on either side and (iii) accept in advance the process will take all day.

Check my blog for more details (awayonmybike.blogspot.com)

Sent from my Moto G (5S) Plus using Tapatalk
__________________
Martin

finally back on the road again


http://awayonmybike.blogspot.com/
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 25 Feb 2018
goo's Avatar
goo goo is offline
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: London, UK
Posts: 211
So I just crossed yesterday - here are the costs:

Egypt side (in Egyptian Pounds):

50 - Ferry
2 - landing card
127 - gate
110 - Police Check
25 - Customs
40 - File
10 - Traffic Police

total - 364 = $20

I also paid $50 to Kamal, fixer in Aswan - possibly others wouldn't need to -
there was a specific reason I did that I won't go into here. It defintely made things faster and less stressful.

Sudan side (Sudanese Pounds):

174 - Insurance for 1 month
426 - carnet stamp/customs and immigration
300 - Mazar - fixer - definitely he is worth it - only took about 30 minutes and I just had a tea while he did it all.

total - 900 = $34
__________________
http://www.guyfixsen.com
http://wanderinggoo.blogspot.com
F650GS twin - Enfield Bullet 350 - Honda XL250 Degree
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 25 Feb 2018
Chris Scott's Avatar
Super Moderator
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jun 2000
Posts: 4,911
Thanks for the update.
Out of interest, was there an option or did you consider going via Argeen on west bank (no ferry/avoiding Wadi Halfa)?
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 25 Feb 2018
goo's Avatar
goo goo is offline
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: London, UK
Posts: 211
I did consider it but ended up wanting to do the more tried and tested route - bit put off by the distance without fuel via Argeen too - the petrol station in Abu Simbel had a problem with their pump so I couldn't fill my spare tank. Also the fixers recommended Wadi Halfa and I was getting them to do some special extra stuff. In the end I'm lucky I did do Wadi Halfa as I developed a fuel problem at the border and I'm not sure how much further I would have made it!
__________________
http://www.guyfixsen.com
http://wanderinggoo.blogspot.com
F650GS twin - Enfield Bullet 350 - Honda XL250 Degree
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 6 Oct 2019
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Aug 2019
Posts: 27
Heading same way - any other up to date info?
Heading south from Europe to Sudan and further shortly. Additional Egyptian carnet costs are dissuading me from going via Egypt, but maybe that hurts less than air freight/shipping plus flying myself and then clearance procedures/costs at freight terminals.

Anybody with more current costs/info/open borders via the Greece-Turkey-Syria(?!)-Jordan-Israel-Egypt-Sudan route?
Reply With Quote
  #8  
Old 6 Oct 2019
Chris Scott's Avatar
Super Moderator
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jun 2000
Posts: 4,911
I suppose one day someone will succeed in crossing Syria to Jordan again, but it's hard to think the Turks would allow letting in any more potential jihadis. It looks like they're about to invade northern Syria and see to the Kurds.
I would have thought if it ever happens, it will initially take the form of escorted army convoys, as used to happen in Western Sahara - or similar to Iran, Baluchistan, Algeria and so on (for some nationalities).

The simplest way must still be RoRo ferry (Salamis, Grimaldi?) from Greece (via Cyrpus) > Isreal > Jordan > ferry > south Sinai. Or direct from Israel if north Sinai Taba crossing is open.

To dodge Egypt you might take a chance on the new Saudi e-visa and cross from Jordan then ferry from there to Sudan. Some doubt the easy-visa will work like this. Probably aimed at fly-ins.

https://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hu...tourists-93559
Last edited by Chris Scott; 7 Oct 2019 at 23:41.
Reply With Quote
  #9  
Old 6 Oct 2019
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: Belper, uk, EUROPE
Posts: 563
Doesn’t the stamp in the passport from Israel / border point next to Israel cause major issues when going into Sudan / Saudi Arabia to the extent of not being allowed in?
Reply With Quote
  #10  
Old 7 Oct 2019
Chris Scott's Avatar
Super Moderator
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jun 2000
Posts: 4,911
Under normal circumstances afaik Sudan turns a blind eye to carefully scrutinising your recent visas stamps.
Saudi - who knows.
In the link in my post above there is also mention of a ferry between Turkey and Saudi.
Reply With Quote
Reply

« Previous Thread | Next Thread »

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
 

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On

Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
4x4 in Sinai - Egypt to Israel? africano North Africa 61 23 Jan 2019 17:24
Sudan Wadi Halfa, Egypt Abu Simbel, Qustul Border Crossing Mart456 4 Wheels Travel Reports 1 27 Jan 2016 12:41
Egypt to Sudan unofficially? david151 The HUBB PUB 14 20 Nov 2015 15:57
HondaVsTheWorld Alaska to Argentina on HOnda C90 SPDilley North America 3 9 Dec 2012 19:04
Africa - East Coast - Travelling South Egypt, Sudan, Etc mid to end of Nov'12 Cello Travellers Seeking Travellers 10 30 Oct 2012 20:17

 
 

Announcements

Thinking about traveling? Not sure about the whole thing? Watch the HU Achievable Dream Video Trailers and then get ALL the information you need to get inspired and learn how to travel anywhere in the world!

Have YOU ever wondered who has ridden around the world? We did too - and now here's the list of Circumnavigators!
Check it out now, and add your information if we didn't find you.

Next HU Eventscalendar

ALL Dates subject to change.

2025 Confirmed Events:

  • Virginia: April 24-27 2025
  • Queensland is back! May 2-4 2025
  • Germany Summer: May 29-June 1 2025
  • CanWest: July 10-13 2025
  • Switzerland: Date TBC
  • Ecuador: Date TBC
  • Romania: Date TBC
  • Austria: Sept. 11-15
  • California: September 18-21
  • France: September 19-21 2025
  • Germany Autumn: Oct 30-Nov 2 2025

Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!

Questions about an event? Ask here

See all event details

 
World's most listened to Adventure Motorbike Show!
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...

Adventurous Bikers – We've got all your Hygiene & Protection needs SORTED! Powdered Hair & Body Wash, Moisturising Cream Insect Repellent, and Moisturising Cream Sunscreen SPF50. ESSENTIAL | CONVENIENT | FUNCTIONAL.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)



Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance.

Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.

Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.

Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!


 

What others say about HU...

"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia

"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK

"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia

"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA

"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada

"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa

"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia

"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany

Lots more comments here!



Five books by Graham Field!

Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook

"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.



Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!

Your ad could be here, on EVERY page of the HUBB, or the whole website, or as many as you like!

New to Horizons Unlimited?

New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!

Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.

Susan and Grant Johnson Read more about Grant & Susan's story

Membership - help keep us going!

Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.

You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.



All times are GMT +1. The time now is 00:00.

Contact Us - Horizons Unlimited Motorcycle Travellers Website - Archive - Privacy Statement - Top