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shipping@sea-bridge.de
+ 49 (0) 211 / 210 8083
Mo–Fr 8.30–17.00
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South America

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Ports

South America

Zarate
(near Buenos Aires)

Montevideo

Cartagena

Europe

Hamburg

Bremerhaven

Antwerp

Zeebrugge

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Since 2006 we have organised the Panamerican-Highway-Tour and have gained extensive knowledge.

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from Europe to Buenos Aires (Zarate) / Montevideo

Shipping

From Hamburg / Antwerp / Tilbury to Buenos Aires (Zarate) / Montevideo

There are 2 ships per month. Schedule will be published around 3 months prior to departure.

Temporary import

Tourists are allowed to use their vehicle in the Americas without paying any import fees. No Carnet de Passage required.

Base in Montevideo

In Montevideo we can recommend a good place for overlanders with electricity, water and wifi. Propane, supermarkets and repair shops are close by. It’s the perfect place to spend a couple of days in order to prepare your vehicle for the road.

Mobile phone & Internet

Mobile and smartphones work all over the countries. It makes sense to buy a local SIM card. Almost all campsites, fast food restaurants, etc. offer their customers free Wi-Fi.

Pets

Domestic animals are accepted almost everywhere in Latin America. No quarantine is required.

Diesel

The supply of diesel is not a problem in Latin America AdBlue is available at some places. Fuel prices are about 30-50% less than in Central Europe.

Propane gas and electricity

We can supply you with the necessary gas-adapters and voltage converters (110 volt north of Peru).

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Shipping can already pay off for a 6 week trip.

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Calculation of shipping costs, if you are not travelling as a passenger

Similar to ferries, the shipping costs are calculated according to the length of the vehicle. The calculation is performed on the centimeter for the benefit of the customer.

The freight rate is currently € 460,00 per meter of the vehicle’s length. Each centimeter counts.

However, smaller vehicles are subjected to a lower unit price.

WHAT DOES MY MOTORHOME SHIPPING COST?

We can determine the final costs if we know the dimensions of your motorhome and your selected destination, regardless of the direction.

You can enter all the necessary information in our online form. We will provide you with the costs including all fees for your individual motorhome shipping.

free and non-binding

EXAMPLE CALCULATION

For a motorhome with sample dimensions.

Small Unit:

Volume

Width

Height

Freight Costs

max. 18 m³

max. 2,50 m

max. 2,10 m

1.320 €

Big Unit:

Volume

Width

Height

Freight Costs

max. 28 m³

max. 2,50 m

max. 2,60 m

2.160€

All other vehicles:

Freight Rate

Length

Freight Costs

460,00 €

6,10 m

2.806,00 €

ADDITIONAL FEES & CHARGES

Port fees and terminal handling charge are about € 255.00 in Europe

In South America a the port and forwarding fees must be paid locally (from US$900)

A fuel surcharge could added and adjusted according to the current oil price

All rates and fees can change until shipping

You can find all the exact charges incurred in our shipping quotation for your individual motorhome shipping.

to Buenos Aires (Zarate) & Montevideo
TRAVEL WITH YOUR MOTORHOME

TRAVEL WITH YOUR MOTORHOME ON THE SAME RO/RO VESSEL

You can accompany your vehicle and travel on board the same vessel.

In some ports shore leave is possible.

You can drive your vehicle on board yourself.

 

Due to Corona the shipping company stopped in March 2020 taking passenger on board. It`s not knwon yet when they will allow these again.

ACCOMMODATION

Prices per person start from € 1.971 for a double cabin, equipped with shower and toilet, all meals included. Opt for the owners cabin, which is larger and more comfortable but also more expensive than a standard cabin. (price is from 2020!)

Freight Costs

In addition to the cabin price obtained for the vehicle the following freight costs are levied. (Price is from 2020!)

Vehicle length + height up to 7,00 m
= €1.161

Vehicle length + height up to 8,99 m
= €2.457

Vehicle length + height up to 10,99 m
= €3.078

Vehicle length + height up to 11,99 m
= €3.985

Pricelist (PDF)

from South America to Europa

Shipping

From Argentina / Uruguay to Europe

There are 2 sailings per month. Schedule will be published around 3 months prior to departure. The sailing time is less than 4 weeks. The reservation should be done 1 to 2 months in advance (via email). Even short-term bookings are possible if necessary.
The freight rate is currently € 415,00 per meter of the vehicle’s length. Each centimeter counts.

TRAVEL WITH YOUR MOTORHOME ON THE SAME RO/RO VESSEL

For a voyage from South America to Europe by freighter, cabins are currently not offered by the shipping company. Raw shipping of the motorhome ist still possible.

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More shipping

from Europe to Colombia, Cartagena - and back

On an average 2-3 ships depart from Zeebrugge or Bremerhaven per month. The shipments have to be scheduled about 2 months in advance. The duration of travel of the vessel is less than 3 weeks.
The freight rate is currently $128 per m³ from Europe to Colombia and $75 per m³ from Columbia and back to Europe. Freight Forwarding & port taxes and fuel surcharges are applicable.

Connection North & South America

USA to Mexico, Panama, Colombia or Argentina

Mexico to USA or Colombia

Panama to USA

Argentina to USA or Mexico

Columbia to USA or Mexico

incl. baggage/content

MARINE INSURANCE

VEHICLE VALUE UP TO €50.000

For €300 we can offer you a marine insurance for a current vehicle value of up to €50,000, including baggage/content up to €2,500.

HIGHER VEHICLE VALUE

An upgrade to a higher vehicle value is possible (eg. €100.000 for €425).