Our truck is like no other truck in the whole of Papua New Guinea. Today, people were staring, wondering just what we had done to this Mitsubishi Canter PMV (Public Motor Vehicle) truck. We have added the following:

• A cage or roof rack on top to hold trekkers back packs and or cargo
• Comfortable padded seats on either side
• Two spotlights on the…

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After the trek was ccompleted the trekkers went into a night of fun at Russel's Block with neighborhood joining the fun.As a sign of appreciation to the porters and guides the Japanese guys lifted Eric Uwea and Kinglsey Boropi and help them above their heads.It was a nice experience and both Eric and Kingsley were thankful for such…[Read more]

This is the second time we have had a group of Japanese trekking with us and we hope to get more of them walking the famous kokoda trail.The Japanese, like Australians have a common attachment to the trail because of WWII. Today both sides now walk the trail, some 60 years back, they battled and shed blood on this mountainous Paradise.Recently we…[Read more]

And such has been the highlight for many group of trekkers that have trekked with us. And it wasn't just the dance, but that night the trekkers were welcomed to a big feast of mealMeals.jpg

The fourteen trekkers, two females including 12 males arrived safely at Russel's Block in Kokoda where they were welcomed by the traditional 'singsing' group in the area.Traditional_Welcome.jpg

Now that the battle is over for Geary and his group, two more treks for the month of August is about to be completed.That is Pam Christie's group of Japanese and three guys from Aussie who left on Thursday afternoon for Ower's Corner. Pam Christie's group is now heading for Russel's Block in Kokoda where they will complete their trek and are…[Read more]

Presentation of the Certificates…..Davidson Eroro our porter/guide does the honours..CIMG1318.JPG

The trekkers and porters gather for celebration at Gateway Hotel.CIMG1326.JPG

It was a moment of silence as the eight Aussie trekkers with their porters and guides paid their respect to Australian soldiers who lost their lives during WWII along the trail.The guys stood in silence and paid respect to those killed during the campaign..Moments_of_Silence.jpg

And such has been the tradition since we ventured into trekking. Trekkers after a day of their arrival are givne the chance of celebrating the night with the porters and guides before heading back home.As tour operator, Extreme Kokoda Trekking Adventure Tours, takes this time to recognise the trekkers for their acheivement by presenting them…[Read more]

Meanwhile the trek of 22nd to August 30th which comprised of eight trekkers namely, John Geary, Phil Copsey, Dale REDFORD, Garry FAIR, Fiona Whelan, Suzanne Gray, Lucas Talbot and Jane Aitken are battling their way up towards Ower's Corner.Two more days and their trek will be completed. Good Work guys! Now its all busy on the trail with two treks…[Read more]

It was a relief for the guys who left today.We have also on trail Megan Noble's group including the three lots of trekkers who left on Tuesday. All in all, there are four groups of trekkers currently out on the trail.Below is Andrew Rickett's team with the porters and guides –CLICK HERE to see pictures of Andrew Rickett's team taken on Kokoda…[Read more]

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On one side – it says Kokoda Trekking Limited with a line below which read "TREK WITH YOUR VERY OWN FUZZY WUZZY ANGEL"….on this side is Extreme Kokoda Trekking Adventure Tours with the names of places in Oro accessible by road.Picture_035.jpg

Here take a look at the back….and…Picture_033.jpg

The PMV truck was purchased by Gail Thomas, trek organiser and associate of Kokoda Trekking Limited, for Russell and the boys in Kokoda as a means of earning an income during the off trekking season of November, December, January and February.It was Gail's initiative to ensure the people in Kokoda had transport services available as a means of…[Read more]

With its artistically painted rear and sides the canter looks a reflection of its owner – Kokoda Trekking Ltd Managing Director, Mr. Russell Eroro. Russell was all smiles and although he could not show it – proud of his new addition to his trekking business in Kokoda.MILES OF SMILES – Yes it is all smiles from the humble proud Owner Russell…[Read more]

All the trekkers are now out on the trail. The police group started from Ower's Corner and are heading towards Kokoda while the other two groups flew in yesterday to trek from Kokoda. The group consisted of soldiers chartered their own flight to Kokoda on Tuesday.Picture_022.jpg

The group of soldiers consisted of 13 trekkers namely, Brian Ardley, Gerry Bainrot, John Caroll, Jennifer Crombie, Karen Deane, Sue Harris, John Howlett, Michelle Jones, Barney Kristensen, Drew Martin, Peter Maw, Belinda Strid and Amy Taheny. The third group had, David Kappler, Shaun O'Sullivan, Steve Laney, Glenn Winter, Peter Baker, Michael…[Read more]

I just finished talking with Eric on the radio and he said they have already made it to Eora Creek campsite, where they will camp for the night. They arrived early then expected. Looks like we have a bunch of tough guys, everyone's doing fine on the trek. We'll keep you posted on their return.CIMG1003.JPG