Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Regional Forums > South America
South America Topics specific to South America only.
Photo by Hendi Kaf, in Cambodia

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


Photo by Hendi Kaf,
in Cambodia



Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 12 Feb 2013
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
 
Join Date: Dec 2012
Posts: 9
Moving to Antofagasta, Chile for 8 or so months... anyone there?

Hola amigos,


I am a 24 year old Belgian/USA mechanical engineer currently in Temuco, Chile. I recently got a contract job at a desalinization plant in Antofagasta, Chile, which I am looking forward to (not much pay, but a great learning opportunity for me). I've been in Chile 2 months. Before that I was working/volunteering 3 months in Bolivia and 2.5 months in Peru.

2 weeks ago I just finished riding from Temuco to Ushuaia and back on my KLR 650 (photos: Flickr: Kevin Machtelinckx's Photostream). I am now deciding whether to sell it here in Temuco or bring it up to Antofagasta. If there are other riders up there, I'd be more willing to bring it up and get some riding in on my free time.

So... anyone from HU up in Antofagasta? I'd be keen to get to know some people.

Saludos!

Kevin.
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 13 Feb 2013
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: Gloucester, England
Posts: 419
Lightbulb

Kevin

The communities page shows the nearest one is in La Serena. You could contact them and have a chat about local clubs on your way up.

Regards, Mick
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 13 Feb 2013
BruceP's Avatar
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: St Helens
Posts: 763
Quote:
Originally Posted by E-Bum View Post
Hola amigos,


I am a 24 year old Belgian/USA mechanical engineer currently in Temuco, Chile. I recently got a contract job at a desalinization plant in Antofagasta, Chile, which I am looking forward to (not much pay, but a great learning opportunity for me). I've been in Chile 2 months. Before that I was working/volunteering 3 months in Bolivia and 2.5 months in Peru.

2 weeks ago I just finished riding from Temuco to Ushuaia and back on my KLR 650 (photos: Flickr: Kevin Machtelinckx's Photostream). I am now deciding whether to sell it here in Temuco or bring it up to Antofagasta. If there are other riders up there, I'd be more willing to bring it up and get some riding in on my free time.

So... anyone from HU up in Antofagasta? I'd be keen to get to know some people.

Saludos!

Kevin.
I'm not there, but have passed through twice.

There are a lot of off-road riding opportunities in the hills/dunes, so worth keeping the bike.

In fact, ride it up, the desert is more interesting than people imagine :-).
__________________
--

http://www.ytc1.co.uk
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 13 Feb 2013
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
 
Join Date: Dec 2012
Posts: 9
Quote:
Originally Posted by Mick O'Malley View Post
Kevin

The communities page shows the nearest one is in La Serena. You could contact them and have a chat about local clubs on your way up.

Regards, Mick

Thanks for this, it is very helpful...
Reply With Quote
Reply


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
Buying Used Bike in Santiago Chile lachy South America 187 5 Dec 2023 14:53
Buying and registering a motorcycle in Chile timyarb Trip Paperwork 16 2 Jan 2018 19:55
Crossing the border from Chile to Mendoza, Argentina 2fortheroad.co.uk South America 0 13 Sep 2012 23:23
Information wanted from experienced bikers in South America joentje100 South America 35 1 Jan 2010 04:00

 
 

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: Date TBC
Ecuador: Date TBC
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.

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!

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 06:48.