Latest on the trail;Trek 150And good news, just managed to pass on all messages to the trekkers. They are all in Menari village. At this time, they are experiencing showers, so yeah it?s pretty much cold around that area, but all are fine just sitting in the guest-house relaxing near the fire.They will camp there as planned and will proceed to…[Read more]

Update 28th September, 2005;Trek 117Finally got in touch with the group?s guide Rod Ori, who called in while taking a break at the top of Mt Bellamy after the long tiring walk from Iora Creek.?We spent the night at Iora Creek yesterday and this morning where up by 6am to start walking again. During our walk from Isurava to Iora, one of the female…[Read more]

Update 27th September, 2005;Trek 150After having spent the night at Efogi 1 village, the group was up early this morning to start another long day of walk.Now residing up at Brigade Hill, the weather does not look too pleasing at all for the 7 trekkers. It has been raining since last night and this morning the entire village including the track…[Read more]

Update 27th September, 2005;Trek 127This group has also completed their trek and are now settling down in Russell's family block in Kokoda. All are well, over joyed with happiness, that they have at last finised the trail in one piece. CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL TREKKERS AND BIG THANKS TO THE GUIDE AND PORTERS FOR TAKING GOOD CARE OF THEM.After they…[Read more]

Latest on the trail:Trek 130Finally and at last the group has come out safely. They have completed their 9 day trek expedition successfully.They will soon join with the other two groups who have already resided in Russell's family block in Kokoda. WELL DONE & CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL.Kokoda StationCIMG0581.JPG

Update 27th September, 2005;Trek 130After spending the night at Isurava village last night the group was up early this morning to do their final day of walk out to Kokoda. Although the track was not at its best condition the trekkers maneuvered well through and were at Deniki where they decided to stop for a tea break, awhile later they then…[Read more]

Update 27th September, 2005;Trek 121The group has finally arrived in Kokoda. All trekkers are well, happy and excited. They are now relaxing in Russell?s family block.CONGRTULATIONS TO ALL TREKKERS FOR COMPLETING THIS TREK SUCCESSFULLY. WELL DONE & WE'LL SEE YOU ALL WHEN YOU RETURN!!!Apologies to all family members and friends who have passed on…[Read more]

Latest on the trail;Trek 150The group is currently heading down to Myola Junction. Salvador who?s behind the rest of group was up at Mt Bellamy when he called out to inform us of their progress.He said they spent the night at Templeton?s Crossing 2 yesterday evening and this morning where up bright and early to start their third day of walk.They…[Read more]

Update 27th September, 2005;Trek 150When I last spoke to the group's guide Salvador yesterday, he told me that they where down in Alola village taking a lunch break.He reported that, they had spent the first night at Isurava village the day before and, where heading further up, to either Templeton's 1 or 2 to spend the second night. "We have just…[Read more]

Latest on the trail:Trek 130Corresponding from the guide, he has informed us that the trekkers are currently at Isurava village where they will camp for the night. The trekkers were slow in their progress but so far have done really well. There have been no reports of injuries or accidents; all seem to go well.Early tomorrow morning they will push…[Read more]

Update 26th September, 2005;Trek 121When I last spoke to the group's guide Tony, his two-way-radio, was not transmitting well, his reception was not clear, and i couldnt hear him properly. But was able to hear him say that, they were going to spend the night at Deniki, and move out from there tomorrow. He also said all trekkers are doing fine and…[Read more]

Update 26th September, 2005;Trek 102This group came out this morning, with all trekkers looking more and more happy for completing their trek successfully, without any problems.WELL DONE TO YOU ALL & CONGRATULATIONS.They were then driven down to Bomana War Cemetery, where they had a last look around before heading back into Port Moresby.Tonight,…[Read more]

Update 26th September, 2005;Trek 130This morning the groups guide Paulo gave me a call, when they stopped at Alola village, He updated me on their report for yesterday and today as well.?Last night we camped at Iora Creek, all trekkers did awesome, no injuries or problems were found by any of us, we all walked well and made it safely to our camp…[Read more]

Latest on the trail;Trek 127The group has now arriver in Isurava village. All trekkers did grate and are now relaxing, after a fair bit of walk. They will camp at Isurava tonight and tomorrow will come out to Kokoda, which all trekkers are looking forward to.Though the sky looks a bit dull, there?s no sign of rain, only the nice breeze. Till then,…[Read more]

Update 22nd September, 2005;Trek 127Johnsford and his group were at the top of Maguli Range, when he called in to give us their latest progress.He said at the moment they are taking a rest, but soon will head down to New Nauro, where they are planning on spending the night. Despite the many ups and downs and the slippery hill and rainy days, the…[Read more]

Update 22nd September, 2005;Trek 102The group have reached Efogi 1 village where they have planned to spend the night. All trekkers are doing absolutely, no injuries or problems. Although, the weather is playing wild at this time, the trekkers are walking well, handling the slippery and muddy grounds with good care. They will move up to Menari…[Read more]

Update 22nd September, 2005;Trek 130Paulo gave a call on the two-way-radio, around 2:25pm in the afternoon, but due to power failure late this afternoon I was not able to post up anything until now.While they were up at Maguli Range, he said they will head on down to Nauro, to be followed by Brown River, where they will camp for the night. All…[Read more]

Update 22nd September, 2005;Trek 121Apology to all viewers and family members who have been constantly keeping a watchful eye to see updates on the website, but have not seen anything since the group started.Due to bad weather out on the trail in the last three days, we were unable to make any radio contacts with the group, likewise, their…[Read more]

Latest;Trek 130This group just called in to confirm with us that they will be spending the night at Ioribaiwa Ridge and from there will move out tomorrow. Their guide Paulo informed us that, due to heavy rain along that area, they could not push on any further, but to stop and camp.All trekkers are ok and doing fine, some trekkers are struggling a…[Read more]

Update 21st September, 2005;Trek 105After spending the night at Ofi Creek, the group was up bright and early this morning to kick start their second last day of walk. All trekkers are ok and still going strong and well. They will have lunch at the foot of Ioribaiwa or probably Ua-ule Creek. ?We are planning on spending the night at Goldie River…[Read more]