Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Regional Forums > North Africa
Tunisia-Libya-Sudan-Ethiopia Tunisia-Libya-Sudan-Ethiopia
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 Sean Howman, The Pamir highway in an unseasonably cold late October, Tajikistan

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


Photo by Sean Howman,
The Pamir highway in an unseasonably
cold late October, Tajikistan



Trans Sahara Routes.

Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 11 Oct 2010
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Oct 2010
Posts: 28
Exclamation Tunisia-Libya-Sudan-Ethiopia
Also placed in Route Planning but getting too far there:

Am about complete west coast of Africa, SA-Morocco, and am keen to continue 'round and down the east coast. However, must give Egypt a miss due to prohibitive vehicle import restrictions (I am driving an old Land Rover - hope that doesn't deter your assisting, but this is the best site for overlanding info ...).

Anyone on here have any experience entering into Tunisia (to clarify: I will be taking the ferry out of Morocco to get to Tunisia, not driving across Algeria) then crossing Libya into Sudan (northern) and then Ethiopia (northern but not Eritrea) as a viable alternate route?

Specifics (especially ferry companies/ports and exact border crossing points for each country - and any/all else) greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

Glen
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 11 Oct 2010
Chris Scott's Avatar
Super Moderator
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jun 2000
Posts: 4,944
Hi Glen,

Egypt ... prohibitive vehicle import restrictions

It's less bad than it could be as your vehicle is old and presumably low value.
As you will see, it's actually your only choice and you will need a carnet for Sudan, etc anyway.

Crossing from Libya into Sudan is not possible (see 2nd link below). In Libya escorted overland tourists can only enter top left (Tunisia) and leave top right (Egypt).

Have a look here and here

Regarding ferries: Morocco to Spain is easy - up to every 30 mins from several ports. From France or Italy to Tunis is fairly expensive 24-hr crossing every couple of days. 20% cheaper from Genoa than Marseille. Tunis port entry is no drama if you have several African borders under your belt.
You may want to try and investigate an escort-free transit via for Libya. I think someone here got one in Tunis after only 3 weeks wait.

Ch


fyi: 'cross-posting' (same question on 2 forums) is considered bad form. Better delete the other one. This is the right forum for your enquiry.
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 11 Oct 2010
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Oct 2010
Posts: 28
Hi Chris,

Thank you very much for the informative reply, much appreciated (even if the bearer of bad news ...). Unfortunately, I'd admitted defeat and reached the same conclusion today as well, have been unable to find any info anywhere that supported such a route. Bugger, Egypt it'll have to be then ...

Thanks again.

Cheers,
Glen
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
Morocco-Tunisia-Libya-Sudan-Ethiopia whiterhino Route Planning 2 11 Oct 2010 10:23
Anybody in Ethiopia or Sudan?? Roel van Ulft Travellers Seeking Travellers 0 3 Nov 2007 15:10
SA, sudan, Ethiopia markenakkelien Route Planning 1 6 Jan 2005 21:32
Tunisia, Libya, Sudan joachimvonloeben Route Planning 6 11 Nov 2003 17:10
Niger Chad Sudan Ethiopia Sudan?? sabreman sub-Saharan Africa 7 24 Mar 2003 20:08

 
 

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

25 years of HU Events
Be sure to join us for this huge milestone!

ALL Dates subject to change.

2025 Confirmed Events:

Virginia: April 24-27
Queensland is back! May 2-5
Ecuador June 13-15
Germany Summer: May 29-June 1
CanWest: July 10-13
Switzerland: Aug 14-17
Romania: Date TBC
Austria: Sept. 11-14
California: September 18-21
France: September 19-21
Germany Autumn: Oct 30-Nov 2

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.

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 Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes.
(ONLY US RESIDENTS and currently has a limit of 60 days.)

Ripcord Evacuation Insurance is available for ALL nationalities.


 

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!

Every book a diary
Every chapter a day
Every day a journey
Refreshingly honest and compelling tales: the hights and lows of a life on the road. Solo, unsupported, budget journeys of discovery.
Authentic, engaging and evocative travel memoirs, overland, around the world and through life.
All 8 books available from the author or as eBooks and audio books



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 14:03.

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