Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Regional Forums > Australia / New Zealand
Australia / New Zealand Topics specific to Australia and New Zealand only.
Photo by Daniel Rintz, Himba children, Namibia

The only impossible journey
is the one
you never begin

Photo by Daniel Rintz,
Himba children, Namibia



Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 5 Sep 2001
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Jul 2001
Location: Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Posts: 43
Let's start: Auto from SA to Aussie-land

For your information:

I am planning to take my car from South Africa to Australia, somewhere June 2002 (after overlanding from Amsterdam).

I have checked with the Australian Customs service in Brussels (+32 2286 0582) if there are any specific requirements to allow importation of the car in this case.

The only requirements are: Carnet de Passage (which you have anyway), the car should be CLEAN (and by that the probably mean CLEAN CLEAN) and the car should be in road worthy condition (which I assume has been proven in case you reach South Africa from Europe).

The last point could give some conditions if you have damaged your car or windscreens or alike.

QUESTION:
Who has experience doing this before; anything special to report? What would be the right place to ship from/to? Durban/Port Elizabeth to Perth???


Thanks, Jan.

------------------
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 15 Sep 2001
Grant Johnson's Avatar
HU Founder
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Dec 1997
Location: BC Canada
Posts: 7,216
Hi Jan,

The "road-worthy" condition means it will pass safety etc tests - not just is it able to move under it's own power

Lights, mirrors, muffler etc all have to pass. Remember Australia drives on the left, and you need a sign on the back noting right hand drive. Should be able to do that there.

Perth would be the optimum place to arrive, but keep Darwin in mind as well when checking prices from SA. You never know.

Entering Australia is relatively painless, and if you have made it through the borders in Southern Africa, your paperwork is obviously in order, so you should have no trouble.

------------------
Grant Johnson

Share the Dream!
at: www.HorizonsUnlimited.com

__________________
Grant Johnson
Seek, and ye shall find.

------------------------
Inspiring, Informing and Connecting travellers since 1997!
www.HorizonsUnlimited.com
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 21 Jan 2002
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
 
Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: Waikiki,Perth,Australia
Posts: 12
An excellent source of info, actually going the other way Oz - Africa - Europe is Geoff Kingsmill website: http//africa.dreamers1.com
I actually went into a bit of research from Fremantle to SA, so I guess the reverse can happen.
Anyhow, Willhelmson Line (I think)used to have a RO-RO (roll on - roll off) going to SA but appears the best bet is to containerise the vehicle and ship Port Elizabeth to Fremantle (I researched the other way so it must work in reverse). Container size is 2.278 x 2.286 m.

Costs, and these are approximations:
Freight: USD$1075
Handling: USD$180
Incidentals: USD$165

You will have to have an agent to clear your vehicle in Fremantle, that can be arranged at SA.

Well best of luck on your adventure.


The costs and these are approximations

------------------
Mark & Lynda
__________________
Mark & Lynda
Toyota Landcruiser - \'Troopy\'
Life is a journey not a destination.
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 13 Feb 2002
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Jul 2001
Location: Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Posts: 43
Thanks a lot!

Will keep you all informed. Right now we are actually in Uganda, just arrived for some 2 or 3 weeks. After that we will travel south through Kenya and Tanzania and so on, depending on the rain.

Save Journeys!
Reply With Quote
Reply


Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
 
Thread Tools
Display Modes

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

HU Event and other updates on the HUBB Forum "Traveller's Advisories" thread.
ALL Dates subject to change.

2024:

Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!

Questions about an event? Ask here

HUBBUK: info

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...

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 06:56.