Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Regional Forums > South America
South america for a year South america for a year
Register FAQ Calendar Today's Posts
South America Topics specific to South America only.
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



Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 20 Jan 2012
Gold Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: Bucks, UK
Posts: 642
South america for a year
Just after a bit of feed back plz folks!
Our plans have changed slightly, we were going to spend 18 months away doing south america for approx a year and then central and north for 6 months heading to NYC to finish the trip and back to the UK.
Now due to work issues we will only be away for 12 months so the question is;
1. Stay in south america for the total time away (the only real route we have planned is to get down to Ushuaia at some point in the summer)
2.Rush! around and do the whole trip as planned but over 12 months rather than 18.

We will be in Bueno Aires in the middle of May so not sure how it would work with respect to the climate/weather for the year?
Planning routes is not a strong point of ours and we tend to just follow our noses so I'm guessing we'll rock out of BA and see how it goes but I was wondering if anyone who's spent time in south america can share there views.

Cheers
Pete & Caf
__________________
Vietnam, Cambodia & Thailand 2016
Buenos Aires to NYC 2012-2013: www.facebook.com/curryhunt
India and back 2009-2010:
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 20 Jan 2012
Gold Member
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: BC, Canada
Posts: 93
Talking SA or bust!
For 2 reasons my vote is to stay in South America.

1) I personally enjoy riding in South America more than Central America.
2) The cost of crossing the Darien is quite high, save that money for next time.

Feel free to get in touch (contact info is on my blog) if you have specific questions.
__________________
Canada to Argentina 2010:http://nomi-beto-adventures.blogspot.com/

Website:www.MotoLara.com
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 20 Jan 2012
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: St Andrews
Posts: 662
South America definitely, I would head north first to Iguazu then, if you like wildlife, it should be (allegedly) almost the ideal time for Brazil as the rainy season should be finished and the mega national park in the middle/south of the country, the Pantanal, will be drying out. Across to Paraguay - Bolivia - Peru - Chile before drifting slowly south following spring to Puerto Montt, Chiloe and the Car. Austral. Then, make your way around the many places worth visiting in Patagonia. It should now be about time for the whales in the Valdes and the Viedma HU meet before checking out all the bits that you missed on the first circuit. I´m at present on my 3rd visit to SA and I still haven´t been to Brazil. You may have noticed that I didn´t mention Ushuaia, thats ´cos I think it´s a dump, also the north, Colombia is really nice, but it means going through not so nice places to get there but each to their own. Along with sub equatorial Africa, sub equatorial America is just about my favourite place. Ride safe.
__________________
Mike
---------
Mike is riding the twisty road in the sky
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 21 Jan 2012
Gummikuh's Avatar
Which way??
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: In a Tent
Posts: 185
Hi Pete!

We're planning to go to SA for a year too. ( instead riding both americas)
I'am sure you can ride the TransAm in less than 6 month IF you really want to.

We start in Valparaiso in march. Maybe we meet in Viedma or Usuaia?

Werner+Claudia
__________________
Just traveling
www.horizonsunlimited.com/tstories/longwayhome
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 21 Jan 2012
Gold Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: Bucks, UK
Posts: 642
Thanks guys, looking like the Darien will have to wait!
Any thoughts on a few places during the year to chill out for a few weeks "holiday"?

__________________
Vietnam, Cambodia & Thailand 2016
Buenos Aires to NYC 2012-2013: www.facebook.com/curryhunt
India and back 2009-2010:
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 21 Jan 2012
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: St Andrews
Posts: 662
What sort of a place do you like to "chill out" in? I like wildlife, bars and sea food but as I said earlier, each to their own so give us a clue. Ride safe.
__________________
Mike
---------
Mike is riding the twisty road in the sky
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 22 Jan 2012
Gold Member
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: Bucks, UK
Posts: 642
Yep, those 3 are a good start as is laid back hippy vibe, good surf, cheap food and , pretty beach for running in the morning and a few good music bars.
We had to spend 2 months parked up in Goa while Caf's broken arm repaired itself which was right up our street, just too long really!

We're thinking no more than 2/3 weeks at a time, possible 3/4 times during the year.

Cheers
Pete
__________________
Vietnam, Cambodia & Thailand 2016
Buenos Aires to NYC 2012-2013: www.facebook.com/curryhunt
India and back 2009-2010:
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
Ongoing blogs in South America scooper South America 79 26 Aug 2013 15:18
South America Route and Timing Opinions Whynot Route Planning 5 18 May 2012 07:23
Uk registered Mercedes Sprinter in South America antoniofel Overland Vehicles and Equipment for Sale / Wanted 1 1 Feb 2012 15:52
40ft HQ container share South to North America Phil Flanagan Trip Transport 2 27 Nov 2011 22:33

 
 

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. 11-14
  • 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 08:16.

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