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Hello, I am planning to go from Algeciras, to Tanger Med on wednesday 13th aearly morning, (I saw FRS ferry leaving Algeciras at 6:30), with the idea to arrive to Ifrane before 17:00 for the breifing of the HUMM. The question is: ? any one having more o less de same plan to take a ferry early morning to Morroco from Algeciras on wednesday 13th ?????, the idea is to coordinate and help eachother during in the border procedures, change money to dirhams, etc.
I am going on G650XC bike, so aprox. 100-110 km/h, I guess about 5-6 hours going by the A1 and A2 shown on google maps.
Hi all,
I'm in and planning to go from Almeria to Melilla/Nador and then off road as much as possible to Ifrane/Fes.
I live in Andalucia and can get from my house to Almeria offroad in about 4 hours hence that route for me.
If anyone has any offroad gps tracks, long or short, that will help me in the morocco stretch i'd be very grateful if you could send a copy to me.
Anyone else going this route that wants to meet up or ride together my house is available to doss at in the Sierra de Baza near Guadix/Baza.
see you...
Hi all,
I'm in and planning to go from Almeria to Melilla/Nador and then off road as much as possible to Ifrane/Fes.
I live in Andalucia and can get from my house to Almeria offroad in about 4 hours hence that route for me.
If anyone has any offroad gps tracks, long or short, that will help me in the morocco stretch i'd be very grateful if you could send a copy to me.
Anyone else going this route that wants to meet up or ride together my house is available to doss at in the Sierra de Baza near Guadix/Baza.
see you...
sounds like a great offer Steve, we'll get this out to the rest asap - we're on the road now.
__________________ Grant Johnson Seek, and ye shall find.
------------------------ Inspiring, Informing and Connecting travellers since 1997! www.HorizonsUnlimited.com
Info only and to add some support to this post and the HUMM.
Team Brew Dog, x4 mates on varying GSs, will be taking part; our plan is to dep UK on Fri 08 May (via Portsmouth - Santander ferry), a quick blast through Spain and get into Morocco from the Algercias - Tangier Med ferry on Sun 09 May. From here we'll be exploring and camping in the Mid Atlas area to the SW of Ifrane before arr for the HUMM. Post the HUMM we'll again be camping and venturing to the E & NE of Ifrane before heading back around to Tangier Med to catch a ferry on Wed 20 and then back to Santander for the return UK ferry on Thu 21 May.
Info only and to add some support to this post and the HUMM.
Team Brew Dog, x4 mates on varying GSs, will be taking part; our plan is to dep UK on Fri 08 May (via Portsmouth - Santander ferry), a quick blast through Spain and get into Morocco from the Algercias - Tangier Med ferry on Sun 09 May. From here we'll be exploring and camping in the Mid Atlas area to the SW of Ifrane before arr for the HUMM. Post the HUMM we'll again be camping and venturing to the E & NE of Ifrane before heading back around to Tangier Med to catch a ferry on Wed 20 and then back to Santander for the return UK ferry on Thu 21 May.
See you on the road.
Regards.
Morning, just check your return ferry ? We're sailing out of bilbao on the 21/5 not Santander
see you all soon Vernon
Hello, I am planning to go from Algeciras, to Tanger Med on wednesday 13th aearly morning, (I saw FRS ferry leaving Algeciras at 6:30), with the idea to arrive to Ifrane before 17:00 for the breifing of the HUMM. The question is: ? any one having more o less de same plan to take a ferry early morning to Morroco from Algeciras on wednesday 13th ?????, the idea is to coordinate and help eachother during in the border procedures, change money to dirhams, etc.
I am going on G650XC bike, so aprox. 100-110 km/h, I guess about 5-6 hours going by the A1 and A2 shown on google maps.
Jesus.
Hi Jesus. 2 of us making the crossing around that time. We are staying overnight in Algeciras before we cross. Maybe we can meet.
We've had a query from a participant to the effect that Carole Nash is problematic re bike insurance (Green Card). If anyone has information on this or can suggest another source, please post the details on this thread.
Please remember you need to have liability insurance (Green Card) for Morocco and to carry it with you when you ride. We STRONGLY RECOMMEND you also have travel medical and evacuation insurance. If you don't already have this, we can recommend World Nomads for travel medical, and Global Rescue for evacuation insurance. Both may be applied for from the bottom of the Horizons Unlimited home page.
We've had a query from a participant to the effect that Carole Nash is problematic re bike insurance (Green Card). If anyone has information on this or can suggest another source, please post the details on this thread.
Please remember you need to have liability insurance (Green Card) for Morocco and to carry it with you when you ride.
If you're not covered by your UK insurance, I thought that you could buy Morocco motor insurance at the border/port of entry. Is this not the case anymore?
If you're not covered by your UK insurance, I thought that you could buy Morocco motor insurance at the border/port of entry. Is this not the case anymore?
Iain
According to this thread there is an AXA Insurance booth at Tangier Med port, that should be open 24/7.
Carole Nash is problematic re bike insurance (Green Card). If anyone has information on this or can suggest another source, please post the details on this thread.
I'm really surprised nobody has flagged this up as a potential problem before now. Hardly any of the UK insurance companies will cover Morocco.
The answer is simple, get insurance at the border. If participants are arriving via Tanger Med (easiest and normally the cheapest crossing), the insurance booth is on the left just after customs. 62€ (~£45) for 10 days third party-only cover.
I haven't seen any mention of the vehicle temporary import forms. You can complete these and print them off before you get to the port. Might be a bit late now for some people, but instructions are here.
__________________ "For sheer delight there is nothing like altitude; it gives one the thrill of adventure
and enlarges the world in which you live," Irving Mather (1892-1966)
__________________ "For sheer delight there is nothing like altitude; it gives one the thrill of adventure
and enlarges the world in which you live," Irving Mather (1892-1966)
I've been informed that you can easily get Morocco insurance at the border point, so no issue. "Axa Assurance" is what you're looking for there, but ask anyone at the border.
Also - having now driven from Casablanca to Ifrane, I can tell you the cops are very much in evidence, with radar guns and radios just watching for you everywhere, so watch your speed!
At the hotel now, weather is fantastic, temperature perfect, though the forecast is for hot, it should be fine here at 1500+ m altitude.
__________________ Grant Johnson Seek, and ye shall find.
------------------------ Inspiring, Informing and Connecting travellers since 1997! www.HorizonsUnlimited.com
If you want a little trip, almost still within town, stick N33 33.696 W5 07.506 into Google Maps or your sat nav.
Within town, pass the lion on your left, head towards Mischelfin Hotel but turn left just before signposted Source Vitel. Carry on past lovely water meadows and springs. Keep going and descending following the streams then you come to big waterfalls.
__________________ "For sheer delight there is nothing like altitude; it gives one the thrill of adventure
and enlarges the world in which you live," Irving Mather (1892-1966)
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helps answer the question - Why Go? Inspirational stories by veteran travellers Greg Frazier (5 times RTW), Peter and Kay Forwood (193 countries), Tiffany Coates (Mongolia Mayhem) and Rene Cormier (University of Gravel Roads).
Get Ready! covers planning, paperwork, medical and many other topics! "Inspirational and Awesome!" See the trailer here!
What stuff do I need - riding gear, clothing, camping gear, first aid kit, tires, maps and GPS? What don't I need? How do I pack it all in? Lots of opinions from over 150 travellers!
Ladies on the Loose! For the first time ever, a motorcycle travel DVD made for women, by women! These intrepid women share their tips to help you plan your own motorcycle adventure. They also answer the women-only questions, and entertain you with amazing tales from the road! Presented by Lois Pryce, veteran solo traveller through South America and Africa and author of 'Lois on the Loose', and 'Red Tape and White Knuckles.'
Cotton or synth sweat-wicking t-shirts with the cool Horizons Unlimited graphic on the front and a snappy slogan (changing every year) on the back.
Show your route on your panniers. Great conversation starter when you meet people on the road!
Motorcycle and travel books to inspire and inform you!
The definitive guide to planning your motorcycle adventure! This insanely ambitious 2-year project has produced an informative and entertaining 5-part, 18 hour video series. "The ultimate round the world rider's how-to!" MCN UK.
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