Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Planning, Trip > Route Planning
Route Planning Where to go, when, what are the interesting places to see
Photo by Ellen Delis, Lagunas Ojos del Campo, Antofalla, Catamarca

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


Photo by Ellen Delis,
Lagunas Ojos del Campo,
Antofalla, Catamarca



Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 25 Mar 2008
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Some where in the Northern Hemisphere
Posts: 32
UK to The Gambia

Hi folks, we are planing on going to the UK from Tasmania (OZ) later in 2008, Our plan is to buy a bike in the UK and then ride down to The Gambia to visit our sponsor child and her family in Janbanjelly. From there back to the UK Europe and tour around for approximately 12 months.

My main concerns are on the West African leg, I have scoured around through the HUBB and there appears to be some very learned people here.
Here in OZ 1000+ kilometre days are not a problem but I am not interested in putting in big days.
What I want to know is there reasonable places to eat and sleep on the way down the Coast at <>300-400k intervals.
I am also working out there is considerable distances of dirt/sand and beach to cross.
Any info will be greatly appreciated.
Cheers
Wilky and Diney.
__________________
We've taken a vow of poverty. To annoy us, send money.
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 25 Mar 2008
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Cornwall, UK
Posts: 69
London To Gambia

Hi,

There is tarmac all the way from London to Banjul in the Gambia now, except for one 5km stretch. (Plus one optional 110km stretch of easy piste to reach a border crossing that is less hassle than the one on the tarmac route)

There are plenty of places to stop for the night given the daily distances that you want to travel, though in the Sahara, there are perhaps longer days as there is very little accomodation between some of the major towns.

A journey that you'll enjoy! I last rode this route in January and I am going back in November.

Craig
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 26 Mar 2008
Registered Users
HUBB regular
 
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Some where in the Northern Hemisphere
Posts: 32
UK to The Gambia

Thanks Craig
Just had a look through the website and your trip reports. Will study it more and make more notes.
Cheers
Wilky (another Craig ) and Diney
__________________
We've taken a vow of poverty. To annoy us, send money.
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


Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Shipping from Gambia palace15 North Africa 0 9 Dec 2007 15:43
Europe to The Gambia in a van? oinkely 4 wheel Overland Travel 2 19 Nov 2005 01:30
Has anybody been in the Gambia by car lately? marius sub-Saharan Africa 1 5 Oct 2005 16:19
sea containers to Gambia bernardo feio lightweight North Africa 1 17 Sep 2002 13:58
UK to The Gambia pylofm North Africa 2 1 Sep 2001 21:34

 
 

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 17:42.