Hey, if you are worried about the toilets just ask the guides where you can dig your own hole and use that. I have seen worse toilets in public schools in Australia. Just hold your breath and do your business and get out. I wouldn't go there to read the morning paper and have a coffee, if that is what you want to do – don't leave home.

I thought the idea of doing kokoda was to get out of your comfort zone!!!!!!

I thought the idea of doing kokoda was to get out of your comfort zone!!!!!!

Make sure your 1st aid is in your day pack. You don't want to be looking for people if you ever need it. When it comes to packing, use those space saving plastic bags. It doesn't matter if you roll or fold as you can use these to exclude the air and save space.

The vaseline works by stopping any friction between your feet and socks, that way you will not get any blistters. It is also helpful in preventing any fungal infections of the toes or feet.

Why go to all the expense? Long loose pants and free balling has done me for years of trekking in FNQ. This worked well on Kokoda.

Joggers get wet and smelly when you wear them in the shower!!!

From my experience on the track, the guides know which crekks are used as water supplies. They will let you know which creeks you can use soap in. Generally though, you are still going to stink until you put clean clothes on, so don't bother with the soap.

From my experience I was that tired that I could have slept on a clothes line!!Remember space is the key!!

HiGo for Reefer sandals, they are better than thongs and only take up as much room as thongs. Remember room in your pack is the key.CheersFreray

HiWhen I walked the track I kept an el cheapo in my day pack. As other people said the rain was warm so I didn't bother to use it. I ended up giving it to one of the porters.Freray

Great advice, My doctor (an experienced hiker) suggested Panadeine Forte. These are great at pain relief and also have the added benefit of stopping the squirts

Hi Luchar,I used water purification tablets, just in case. I didn't want to get sick and spoil the experience. You could train for the taste by drinking pool water!!Cheers,Freray

Dave,I walked the track acouple of years ago. Don't worry about the fuel stove, the guides and porters can get a fire going in a tropical down-pour. I would suggest taking extra tea/coffe as our trek we were getting three cups from the one teabag before the resupply.Cheers

Luchar,Hi, I walked the track in September 2003, I also am scared of heights and had the same concerns as you. The thing is, you will be so preoccuppied with thinking about where to put your foot next that you will not have a chance to think about the heights. Also the stick gave me a great peace of mind.Cheers.

In the boots section I gave a suggestion that helps me to stop blisters. Cover your feet with vaseline befor putting your socks and boots on. This will stop any friction or fungal infectiond of the skin.

A bivy bag sounds good for sleeping, but will it fit your sleepingbag as well as all your gear? You will want that inside your tent and out of the rain and away from the dogs and rats!!

Silly me. Maybe I should check next time. They only advertised it as a light- weight hiking tent. By not water-proofing it, they can make it lighter.

Hi Caroline,I went on the trek this year (Sept – Oct). We started out as a group of 3 and gave our details to Gail. She posted this on the web-site and we ended up with 11 trekkers.I strongly recommend using this company as they will look after you all the way. You will not only see the track, but will experience village life and get to know…[Read more]

I was one of the people who had a tent that leaked on the September trek. I went for a tent that was light weight (2kg) – but I paid for it.MAKE SURE IT IS WATER-PROOF I had a great time though and it kept me busy during the rain catching the drips with plates, cups and water bottles.