Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Planning, Trip > Travellers Seeking Travellers
Trans Africa - dept approx May 05 Trans Africa - dept approx May 05
Register FAQ Calendar Today's Posts
Travellers Seeking Travellers Meet up with other travellers on the road, or find someone to travel with to the ends of the earth!
Photo by Alessio Corradini, on the Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia, of two locals

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


Photo by Alessio Corradini,
on the Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia,
of two locals



Reply
Page 1 of 2 1 2
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 7 Mar 2004
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: UK
Posts: 22
Trans Africa - dept approx May 05
Hi,

---- REVIEWED DEPARTURE IN OCTOBER 2005 ----

I'm planning to head off dept from UK in May 05 and drive via France, Spain to Egypt and down East coast of Africa to South Africa. I'm quite an independant type of person but would really like to find other people doing a similar trip so as to meet up every now and again where possible. It could be particularly beneficial at certain border crossings or in more challenging terrain.

Like to meet any body on the same mission basically!

Best regards
Sandi

[This message has been edited by SandiGS650 (edited 30 December 2004).]
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 9 Mar 2004
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Jan 2003
Location: Addis Ababa - Ethiopia
Posts: 81
Hi Sandi,
i am planning to do the way round, meaning Ethiopia,Sudan,Egypt, Jordan, Turkey, towards India, on about June , when are you travelling ???

Mauro


Quote:
Originally posted by SandiGS650:
Hi,

I'm planning to head off dept from UK in May 05 and drive via France, Spain to Egypt and down East coast of Africa to South Africa. I'm quite an independant type of person but would really like to find other people doing a similar trip so as to meet up every now and again where possible. It could be particularly beneficial at certain border crossings or in more challenging terrain.

Like to meet any body on the same mission basically!

Best regards
Sandi
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 11 Mar 2004
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: UK
Posts: 22
Hi,

Hoping for May 05 but may be later depending on 1) finances 2) weather.

Sandi

Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 15 Mar 2004
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
  
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: Seattle.wa., U.S.A.
Posts: 8
let me know when you set off as I will be heading the other direction and we might meet up some where

mason
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 22 Apr 2004
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
  
Join Date: Apr 2004
Location: UK
Posts: 1
I am very interested in doing this trip. I am from SA, and have been thinking of doing this sort of trip for sometime now....altho hadn't planned on leaving so soon. I have been looking around for info and route's etc. Hows your planning going? Am very! interested....would love to hear from you to discuss further
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 22 Apr 2004
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: UK
Posts: 22
Will be great to discuss further. The more planning I do the more I realise that it takes at least a year and I may be looking at another 6 months to get sorted ie Oct 05. Just email me or if you are in London area we could meet up at ACE Cafe Hangar Lane sometime or if north we could meet at the next HUBB meeting in July. Anyway, with the fab weather any excuse to get on the bike!!! Planning is absolutely crucial to getting to do the trip at all. There are so many options too that figuring out what and how is nearly impossible.

Quote:
Originally posted by joseywales:
I am very interested in doing this trip. I am from SA, and have been thinking of doing this sort of trip for sometime now....altho hadn't planned on leaving so soon. I have been looking around for info and route's etc. Hows your planning going? Am very! interested....would love to hear from you to discuss further
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 27 Apr 2004
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
  
Join Date: Apr 2004
Location: nottingham,england
Posts: 1
hi sandi, im not planning a trip just writing to say that i think you will find doing it alone alot more rewarding having seen people travelling in pairs and travelled in a pair myself, you tend to fall into a lull of a familiar face and get stuck in a pair/group.when i did this i returned wishing i had done it alone.take it or leave it! afterall im only 20 what do i know
Reply With Quote
  #8  
Old 15 May 2004
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
  
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Nottingham, UK
Posts: 11
Hi Sandi,
I am also planning to depart UK - Nottingham - in April next year going to Ireland - UK - Norway for midnight sun in June 05 - catch tour de france in July and Paris Dakar in January 2006. Will be flexible during this time. After Dakar down to South Africa then RTW at a leisurely pace. I understand the benefits of riding alone but it is also nice to meet up with people occasionally.
Reply With Quote
  #9  
Old 16 May 2004
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: Cairo, Egypt
Posts: 456
Hi,

Drop me a line when approaching Egypt if you need any help. I also have an equiped Garage if you need to work on your bike.

------------------
A.B.

OasisPhoto.com – Images from the Magical Sahara.
ShortWheelbase.com – Jeep preparations.
Coordinates Converter – Lat/Long <-> UTM Conversion Tool.
__________________
A.B.
OasisPhoto.com – Images from the Magical Sahara.
Reply With Quote
  #10  
Old 17 May 2004
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Jan 2003
Location: Addis Ababa - Ethiopia
Posts: 81
Quote:
Originally posted by A.B.:
Hi,

Drop me a line when approaching Egypt if you need any help. I also have an equiped Garage if you need to work on your bike.
Hi A.B
I will be in Egypt in Late june/july 04, it would be nice meeting up... do you know if there are good mechanics for an Africa Twin in Egypt ?? Just in case i need some special attention ....

Thanks and cheers ..

Mauro
Reply With Quote
  #11  
Old 19 May 2004
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: Cairo, Egypt
Posts: 456
Yes I do, Raed Baddar is an ex rally rider and he's a great mechanic. I can introduce you to him if you need to.

------------------
A.B.

OasisPhoto.com – Images from the Magical Sahara.
ShortWheelbase.com – Jeep preparations.
Coordinates Converter – Lat/Long <-> UTM Conversion Tool.
__________________
A.B.
OasisPhoto.com – Images from the Magical Sahara.
Reply With Quote
  #12  
Old 4 Jul 2004
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
  
Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: sydney australia
Posts: 5
hi
if you need any help in Djibouti just let me know. I am living and working here for a minimum of 6 months but probably 12.
Cheers
Ralph.Dixon@port.dj
Reply With Quote
  #13  
Old 5 Jul 2004
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Alexandria
Posts: 426
hi all.
i just bought b.m.w gs 80.hope it will be ready soon,then i will may do it egypt south africa,like med 2005( hey A.B.ARE YOU READY TO JOIN ?? ;-D ??)
If any one wants a stop in alexandria you are more than welcome
cheers
Reply With Quote
  #14  
Old 26 Aug 2004
Pb Pb is offline
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
  
Join Date: Aug 2003
Location: England
Posts: 3
Quote:
Originally posted by SandiGS650:
Hi,

I'm planning to head off dept from UK in May 05 and drive via France, Spain to Egypt and down East coast of Africa to South Africa. I'm quite an independant type of person but would really like to find other people doing a similar trip so as to meet up every now and again where possible. It could be particularly beneficial at certain border crossings or in more challenging terrain.

Like to meet any body on the same mission basically!

Best regards
Sandi
I am interested in your trip. Could you please email me to discuss further. Thanks
Reply With Quote
  #15  
Old 30 Dec 2004
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: UK
Posts: 22
Hi,

Its now ages since I posted the first message! As things have transpired, I'll DEFINATELY be leaving in Oct 05. Not sure if early or end of Oct but latest is end Oct. Yipee.

Intended route is:
UK to France, towards Italy.
Cross Med Sea to Tunisia.
East across Lybia to Egypt.
Then head South via Sudan, Egypt, Kenya, Tanzania, Malawi.
Zigzag a bit to see Mozambique, Botswana, Namibia and end in South Africa.

I intend taking 6 months. I have a travel partner, but it would be good to hear of other people doing similar routes - to convoy in certain areas, border crossing and general company.

All the best
Sandi
Reply With Quote
Reply
Page 1 of 2 1 2

« 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

 
 

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 13:14.

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