Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Regional Forums > South America
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



Like Tree3Likes

Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #16  
Old 12 Oct 2013
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 55
Hi folks, other half of 2fortheroad speaking here

A few things: first, sorry for shockingly late replies - not getting email notifications for some reason.

Next, CUSTEWY: I had a good, GOOD read of your ride report before we did this. And then another one! Thanks so much for writing down your experience. You guys rock! If you're still in ARG for the next month maybe we can cross paths - we return via Buenos Aires to Chile over the next month.

Next, Fuel question above: indeed, as custewy said, about 400Km definitely nothing! But I would be sure to be totally self-reliant. Out there if someone has gas they probably need it - no guarantee of sharing. I recommend having at least enough from KM100 after Humaita to Careiro. These two points have fuel.

Advice: Try not to rush and be good to people and the environment.
PS: I'm told the animal spirits of the jungle don't like cars and motorcycles, so it's best to request safe passage of them on the outset.... your choice
__________________
http://www.2fortheroad.co.uk/
Reply With Quote
  #17  
Old 25 Oct 2013
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: (back in) Denver, CO, USA
Posts: 47
Quote:
Originally Posted by 2fortheroad.co.uk View Post
Hi folks, other half of 2fortheroad speaking here

A few things: first, sorry for shockingly late replies - not getting email notifications for some reason.

Next, CUSTEWY: I had a good, GOOD read of your ride report before we did this. And then another one! Thanks so much for writing down your experience. You guys rock! If you're still in ARG for the next month maybe we can cross paths - we return via Buenos Aires to Chile over the next month.

Next, Fuel question above: indeed, as custewy said, about 400Km definitely nothing! But I would be sure to be totally self-reliant. Out there if someone has gas they probably need it - no guarantee of sharing. I recommend having at least enough from KM100 after Humaita to Careiro. These two points have fuel.

Advice: Try not to rush and be good to people and the environment.
PS: I'm told the animal spirits of the jungle don't like cars and motorcycles, so it's best to request safe passage of them on the outset.... your choice
No worries at all about any delay! (That just means you were likely out having more fun than us

It makes both Jill and I very happy that you found our posts useful. I also really enjoyed seeing your experience through that region - you shared some amazing photos, as well as some nice insight into your experiences with the people and places you came across. Thanks for that!

Our paths should've crossed here in Argentina, but life threw us a screwball that has us returning home to the states this weekend. Thankfully we are both safe and healthy. Sorry that we won't have a good chance to meet you. Maybe somewhere else down the road...

Enjoy your ride!
-Mike & Jill

PS - +1 on the advice you offered
__________________
motojeros.blogspot.com - 2 up on an ´89 Transalp through the Americas
Reply With Quote
  #18  
Old 17 Dec 2013
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Estonia
Posts: 40
Br-319

My long-awaited trip through the rainforest - BR-319 from Humaita to Manaus, 2013 Septembre. It took 6 days, but we drove very slowly.



Report day by day:
Tarmo RTW: Humaita-Manaus, BR-319, Day 1
Tarmo RTW: Humaita-Manaus, BR-319, Day 2
Tarmo RTW: Humaita-Manaus, BR-319, Day 3
Tarmo RTW: Bridges, BR-319, Day 4
Tarmo RTW: Humaita-Manaus, BR-319, Day 5
Tarmo RTW: Humaita-Manaus, BR-319, Day 6, Manaus

And some photos:






Muddy part

Link: Road BR-319 Humaita - Manaus by Mazda E2200 - YouTube
How to cross muddy part... just go!




Local transport from Manaus to Labrea, every week.

And here are GPS coordinates of towers, started from Humaita. First six are serviced from Humaita side, and others from Manaus.
Muddy part is between 6 and 7th tower. The gates are locked, but there are very big holes, so no problem to go closer.

Embratel 1 S07 12.420 W063 08.192
Embratel 2 S06 54.443 W063.04.423
Embratel 3 S06.36.732 W062.57.340
Embratel 4 S06.22.116 W063.48.341
Embratel 5 S06.07.281 W062.35.366
Embratel 6 S05.53.279 W062.23.897
Embratel 7 S05.39.247 W062.13.520
Embratel 8 S05.21.415 W062.02.273
Embratel 9 S05.08.955 W061.45.665
Embratel 10 S04.55.432 W061.30.059
Embratel 11 S04.37.940 W061.15.071
Embratel 12 S04.22.447 W060.57.196
Embratel 13 S04.05.014 W060.41.062
Embratel 14 coordinates missing (inside Careiro city)
Embratel 15 S03.30.801 W060.08.123
Embratel 16 S03.12.450 W059.52.228

Q. Do you want to do it again??
A. Certainly!
__________________
Africa 2011-2012. From Estonia to Cape Town and now in South America
http://tarmo-rtw.blogspot.com/

Last edited by Tarmo247; 31 Dec 2013 at 13:21. Reason: corrected the mistakes
Reply With Quote
Reply

Tags
amazonas br-319, amazonas brazil, br-319, br-319 humaita-manaus, humaita to manaus


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
From Buenos Aires to Tierra del Fuego starting november 2012 andrealodolo Travellers Seeking Travellers 6 4 Nov 2012 22:25
Morocco November 2012 Trippler Travellers Seeking Travellers 4 13 Sep 2012 13:34
Boa Vista to Manaus to Porta Velho, Brasil. 319 - 174 ´Road´ Conditions tomsintentionallylost South America 35 12 Sep 2012 21:15
London to Cape Town, November 2012 Tfoy97603 Travellers Seeking Travellers 56 4 Sep 2012 17:51
Europe to Magadan via the Stans/Mongolia and back 2012 asilindean Travellers Seeking Travellers 0 22 Nov 2011 11:11

 
 

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!

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 06:10.