S. Africa-N. America options and questions
Hi,
I'm planning my journey have a choice of 3 quite different shipping options and I'd really appreciate some independent advice. I've had a search through existing threads and accumulated as much knowledge as possible.
The overall plan is to ride Africa, N and then S America. Starting and finishing in the UK.
So my options are
Option 1 - Ride from UK to S Africa then fly direct to North America. There are relatively few driects flights to N America, but I understand that S. Africa Airways flies to the US and will take a bike, but I believe US customs are really difficult and that it is best to fly to Canada...but there are no direct flights
Option 2 - Ride from UK to S Africa then fly via a European dog leg to Canada. This could work well for me as I need to come back for 7-10 days anyway for a Wedding.
Option 3 - Fly to S.Africa then ride back to UK, go to wedding, then fly to Canada
I've written to James Cargo and Motofreight for guidance, but I'd really appreciate your independent.advice on the questions I have below;
- Are US customs really a no go?
- Does shipping via a dog leg double the price as it's 2 flights or is it just a bit more expensive?
- Is it possible to leave S.Africa (just myself) a week before the bike does so I could come back for the UK wedding then meet the bike in N.America. Is this allowable / sensible?
Obviously if there is anything else I have overlooked then please shout.
Thanks
James
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