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Hey Kevin,

Bad luck bout your bike, hope you get it sorted.

I've met a guy from Melbourne who is looking at ferrying from Mumbai to the UAE and then into Iran. Looks like a good and easy alternative to Pakistan if doable I think.

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KKH Update
The KKH is now open to all traffic, however a German group was turned back last week. They were asked to get an noc from the ministry of interior . The plan is to provide escort to all foreigners traveling on KKH between Behsam and Gilgit however this is still in the works and there is no clear policy yet. I'm told that it would be resolved in a week or so...
We are crossing into Pakistan next week and will see what the deal is when we get to Islamabad.
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The KKH is now open to all traffic, however a German group was turned back last week. They were asked to get an noc from the ministry of interior . The plan is to provide escort to all foreigners traveling on KKH between Behsam and Gilgit however this is still in the works and there is no clear policy yet. I'm told that it would be resolved in a week or so...
We are crossing into Pakistan next week and will see what the deal is when we get to Islamabad.

According to my information police is escorting the vehicles in convoys around Chillas area. We can always contact the NATCO and hotels in Gilgit for the latest information.
One thing is for sure traffic is running in convoys.
BTW the more scenic and shorter route, my favorite, via Babusar should be opening in June when the snows melt.
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Big Empty: thanks for the information. So your crossing over in a week?
I should be crossing over in 2-3 weeks I think and heading for the border for a crossing on the 24th or so.

Let us know what you find out in Islamabad!

Pecha: I'm not sure how much research Ryan's done. He was initially thinking about flying the bike from Delhi to Istanbul, but he's still looking into various options.

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Yeah we will probably cross the border early next week. We have spent more time than anticipated here in the Indian Himalayas which by the way you really shouldn't skip - amazing! Much better than Nepal in my opinion. So you're not spending much time in India and Pakistan then? Is it you who is riding a vespa?
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Yeah we will probably cross the border early next week. We have spent more time than anticipated here in the Indian Himalayas which by the way you really shouldn't skip - amazing! Much better than Nepal in my opinion. So you're not spending much time in India and Pakistan then? Is it you who is riding a vespa?
Ahh ok.. thanks for the tips.

Yes, I'm riding the Vespa (Vescapade | Facebook) and have been travelling with Ryan from Melbourne since Pokhara (Super trip of awesome). Were currently in Varanasi - and my plan was to meet a Chinese guide in northern pakistan in about 3 weeks time, but at the rate I'm going I'm not going to get there - so a considering the south-western dash into Iran. Are you guys going that way? What kind of timeframes have you in mind for Pakistan?

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I've met a guy from Melbourne who is looking at ferrying from Mumbai to the UAE and then into Iran. Looks like a good and easy alternative to Pakistan if doable I think.
Does this mean like a regular car ferry..? because there probably isn't one. There was a thread about that very subject not so long ago.

Shipping the bike as freight should be possible, but out of India, especially by sea, I can almost guarantee that it will be a royal headache.
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If you follow along the KKH, you do not need a NOC but if you head over through the Babusar pass, I have heard of people been stopped and asked for a NOC. This again is not entirely true, but they use it if there has been problems along the road. If you can not go on one road try the other before giving up. Its well worth going up the KKH.

My friend is the Director of Tourism in Gilgit-baltistan area, when they had the problems they informed all the tourist and helped them to get out of the area quickly and safely. Pakistan, do not want any problems with tourist but the love tourist, so they are very caring and thoughtful. SO, IF something does happen again, be confidant in the Tourism Department to help all the tourist out.

Pakistan is well worth visiting! I thought I would be there for less than a month and ended up staying for 6! It is the most beautiful country ive ever been too!
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