Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Planning, Trip > Trip Transport
Bike transport: Panama to Ushuaia / Punta Arenas via plane? Bike transport: Panama to Ushuaia / Punta Arenas via plane?
Register FAQ Calendar Today's Posts
Trip Transport Shipping the vehicle and yourself.
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



Hill Shipping - Motorcycle and car Shipping Experts!

Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 3 May 2012
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Mar 2010
Posts: 24
Bike transport: Panama to Ushuaia / Punta Arenas via plane?
I've searched on the trip transport tool for central to south america flights and found nothing of this sort.

I'm basically in a sitauation where I'll be in Central American at the end of Feburary, wanting to drive all over South America for the next 3-4 months. Even if I high-tail it down south, it'll still be damn cold when I get there and I don't want to wait for summer to come back around.

So my solution is to start South America at the bottom, at the end of Feb/beginning of March when it's still a bit warm, and head north!

Anyone ever hear of flights between panama and the very bottom of South America?

thanks!

Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 3 May 2012
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Bassett, Nebraska
Posts: 276
Hi Hope,

I'm not exactly clear if you want to fly yourself or yourself and your bike.

If you just want to get down yourself to Ushuaia or where ever in South America I would suggest it is cheaper to fly between major airports where there is price competition. Easy to find a flight on kayak.com from Panama City to Santiago Chile and then much cheaper to find a local bus or regional airline like Aerolina Argentina to get the rest of the way.

If you are asking about the bike too I can't help you since I haven't ever shipped a bike by plane in Central America. I should think it would be quite expensive to fly a bike to Santiago or points south.

Others may know more.

Good luck.

Kindest regards,
John Downs
__________________
South America and back on a 250 Super Sherpa Minimalist Adventure http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=831076
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 3 May 2012
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Mar 2010
Posts: 24
Quote:
Originally Posted by John Downs View Post
Hi Hope,

I'm not exactly clear if you want to fly yourself or yourself and your bike.

If you just want to get down yourself to Ushuaia or where ever in South America I would suggest it is cheaper to fly between major airports where there is price competition. Easy to find a flight on kayak.com from Panama City to Santiago Chile and then much cheaper to find a local bus or regional airline like Aerolina Argentina to get the rest of the way.

If you are asking about the bike too I can't help you since I haven't ever shipped a bike by plane in Central America. I should think it would be quite expensive to fly a bike to Santiago or points south.

Others may know more.

Good luck.

Kindest regards,
John Downs

Thanks John! I appreciate you chiming in.

Yes I meant me and a buddy and a couple of bikes, should have been more specific!
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 3 May 2012
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Bassett, Nebraska
Posts: 276
Anything is possible if you have money. I am poor and would probably see if the mythical car ferry from Panama to Colombia materializes this year. If it does I would take the ferry to Colombia and jet down south and meander back. My understanding is that it doesn't get butt freezing in the southern Pampas until April or May. I hope to go to South America next year so others who have actually been there hopefully will chime in with sound advice.

Just an idea.

Hope to see you down the road,
John Downs
__________________
South America and back on a 250 Super Sherpa Minimalist Adventure http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=831076
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 3 May 2012
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Mar 2010
Posts: 24
Thanks, I've put a lot of thought into this and dont' think that driving as fast as I can, the entire length of south america, seems worth it. That's why I'm looking into the option of flying.

From looking at every entry in the system, there seem to be many flights to northern SA which are as cheap as the ferry, and much cheaper than flying + gas to drive.
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 4 May 2012
cenizo's Avatar
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Medellín, Colombia
Posts: 51
You may ask Gaston, probably he has a solution as he deals with southern Chile: samericaxplorer@gmail.com

Good luck, Santiago
Reply With Quote
  #7  
Old 11 May 2012
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: santiago, chile
Posts: 124
HI, the only way to get to punta arenas flying is from Santiago, so you must flyght from Panama to Santiago to punta arenas. That would be expensive! You can flyght from Panama to Santiago, ride from Santiago to puerto Montt (1100 kms) take the ferry to puerto natales (3 nights, incredible trip, I just did it and its amazing: $300 usd for you and $150 for the bike, totally worth it) and then ride to punta arenas (330 kms), but before you can visit Torres del paine national park... Amazing too. OR you can ship the bike from Santiago to punta arenas by truck ($200 and 14 days) and flyght yourself ($200). Good luck
Reply With Quote
  #8  
Old 15 May 2012
Registered Users
HUBB regular
  
Join Date: Mar 2010
Posts: 24
Quote:
Originally Posted by zaplaje View Post
HI, the only way to get to punta arenas flying is from Santiago, so you must flyght from Panama to Santiago to punta arenas. That would be expensive! You can flyght from Panama to Santiago, ride from Santiago to puerto Montt (1100 kms) take the ferry to puerto natales (3 nights, incredible trip, I just did it and its amazing: $300 usd for you and $150 for the bike, totally worth it) and then ride to punta arenas (330 kms), but before you can visit Torres del paine national park... Amazing too. OR you can ship the bike from Santiago to punta arenas by truck ($200 and 14 days) and flyght yourself ($200). Good luck
Thank you for this info! Very helpful!

Even if we fly directly to Santiago, I'm still lined up to hit Santiago to Punta Arenas in May, which I feel like will just be too cold to enjoy! I'm starting to look into other options. Thanks again!
Reply With Quote
  #9  
Old 15 May 2012
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
  
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: santiago, chile
Posts: 124
yes, it would be could... at least in the news (Im travelling heading north currently in the frontier of brazil with venezuela) in chile its very cold, strange for this time of the year. Which are your other options?
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
Buying and registering a motorcycle in Chile timyarb Trip Paperwork 16 2 Jan 2018 19:55
BIKE FOR SALE ! - Buenos Aries, ARGENTINA / or Punta Arenas Chile – 2005 KTM 640 max.t.jewell SOUTH AMERICA 0 17 Feb 2012 15:06
Looking for some help in getting started TotalTomination SOUTH AMERICA 20 30 Oct 2009 18:02

 
 

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.

2024:

  • California: April 18-21
  • Virginia: April 25-28
  • Germany Summer: May 9-12
  • Québec: May 17-19
  • Bulgaria Mini: July 5-7
  • CanWest: July 11-14
  • Switzerland: August 15-18
  • Ecuador: August 23-25
  • Romania: August 30-Sept 1
  • Austria: September 12-15
  • France: September 20-22
  • Germany Autumn: Oct 31-Nov 3

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 17:16.

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