I moved all mine in a big cooler  with heat and a Tstat

I've had to move large collections numerous times, including both local moves and from state-to-state, and have been able to fine-tune my method a bit in the process. I usually bag all medium-to-large snakes and lizards individually, then place the bagged animals in rubbermaid boxes (typically 2-4 bagged animals per box, depending on the size of the animal and the box) that have airholes. The bags can fill out the entire floor space of each box, but the animals thermselves must not be overly cramped (and never be stacked inside a box). The rubbermaid boxes then go into large plastic trunks (which you can buy at your local hardware store) that also have airholes drilled into them. Small snakes can be placed into deli cups instead of bags, which can then be stacked in rubbermaid containers and packed into the trunks the same way.

The other aspect of transporting reptiles is temperature. Since this sounds like a local move, you can move the animals during the most suitable part of the day, in order to avoid extreme temperatures. Moving conditions are best in the 70s, and anything above the mid-80s or below the 60s should be avoided. If worse comes to worst, it is always better to let them get a bit too chilly than to let them overheat. However, in a local move, either scenario can easily be avoided by scheduling the transport of the animals at the most favorable time of day. Place the transport container(s) in a place within the vehicle where they are not going to be inadvertently subjected to unfavorable conditions (cold air, direct sunlight, shifting in transit, etc.) for any length of time.

Once the animals have been moved, I prefer to get them set up as quickly as possible (even if they need to go into temporary setups for a few days), so that they have access to water and proper temperatures. My personal preference for local moves is to schedule a day that is dedicated to move nothing but the collection. I first pack up the animals, then move all of the enclosures and set them up at the new house, before finally transporting the animals themselves, and immediately setting them up. This minimizes the amount of time that the animals have to spend in suboptimal conditions, although most reptiles are certainly capable of spending several days in their bags and boxes without any problems.

I just moved our family from South Dakota to Minnesota and had to move my handful of snakes as well. I can't add much more to the answsers above, but I put each one of mine in a 15qt locking tub lined with paper towels, a hide, and covered them with blankets. They rode in the front seat of the moving truck with me so I could keep an eye on them and keep their jostling around to a minimum. They were the last ones loaded and the first to be unloaded when we arrived at our destination. When I brought them and their T8 enclosures in, I kept them covered with the blankets so neighbors wouldn't freak. Temps were around 80 degrees and a bit humid.

Overall the move went well. My Normal female refused food on her normal feeding day (two days after the move) but did finally eat the following day. I just made sure they were as comfortable as possible, covered them up to give them the extra sense of security, and made them a priority on moving day and all went well. My collection currently stands at 2 balls, 1 Hypo Colombian Red-tail, and 1 Jungle Carpet Python. All 4 have settled in quite nicely...Good Luck!

Hey I just met you. And this is crazy. But award some points. Close this question, maybe?

I just moved from California to North Carolina. This is the second trip for most of my animals. For the long distance trips, I packed them like I would for a show - in cups, or tubs for the big kids.... For what you have and the distance you travel and the clandestine operation, I would say go with bags inside something "moving in" like... A laundry hamper with a blanket could hide even my biggest burm in her bag (not that I transported burms from CA to NC.. I found them in a box on the side of the road, lucky me!).. Another option would be to move them in smaller containers, at night when people can't see as well.... for the cages, have them delivered toy your new house, most people don't snoop on the FedEx guy and most come in rather drab cardboard boxes.... Don't forget to wear all black and a ski mask!!!

This question has had no activity for 14 days and will be closed by an administrator unless the original poster takes action.

Recommended Action: Points awarded

An administrator will select responses and assign points at their discretion.

Original poster, please close this question out and assign points. If you have any further information in the resolution of your problem, please post it here so that others may learn from it.