Update 21st May

Have not heard from the track today but Tony informed me last night that they were heading to Isurava for the night. Below is a group photograph taken yesterday. Trekkers in this group are: Craig Francis; Sally Fuller; Ian Parker; Richard Jones and Peter Shine

If you are following this trek you can see where it is in real time…[Read more]

Ivan phoned early this morning to say the group had reached Ioribaiwa last night & are heading to Goldie Rover today and should reach Goldie at around 3:00pm! Everyone is good & excited to be finishing their trek.Ioribaiwa.jpg

Just a quick update regarding the Form. Have spoken to The PNG Consulate. If trekkers already have the visa you will not need to re-apply for the Visa from what they have said.

For trekkers who are yet to apply for the Tourist Visa you will need to fill the form in to accompany your Visa Application.

If trekkers have any concerns regarding this…[Read more]

Congratulations to Trek 948 who have now finished walking the Kokoda Track.

Trekkers are now resting up at our "Orohaven Kokoda Retreat".

Trekkers have just completed one of our most popular treks – that has allowed them to take in the most beautiful scenery along the way. They have climbed and descended more than 10,000 meters.

Trek Highlights…[Read more]

Trek 924: Trekkers reached Goldie River around 4pm where they will spend the night.

Tomorrow morning they will begin their climb up to Owers' Corner having successfully completed their
walk across the Kokoda Track.

The plan is to pick them up around 7am. They will make their way back to Port Moresby and will be driven into Bomana War Cemetery to…[Read more]

We have a story written by Cathy who walked with Kokoda Trekking back in April 2005. "I’m not “Just a Mum”.

"KOKODA, Day 1 April 2005

We were four hours in, the sun was relentless and the humidity was sucking the life out of me. I was soaked in sweat, we were half way up Test Mountain, so called because it was the first real hurdle the Trail…[Read more]

So many great stories are starting to emerge from our Kokoda Trekkers!

We have a new story written by Chris who walked the track with Kokoda Trekking as part of Trek # 667. Mates!

"Kokoda – it means different things to different people. To me it conjured up thoughts of my Digger grandfather and his mates, fighting a seemingly impossible battle,…[Read more]

We have another great & uplifting story written Kylie who walked the track with Kokoda Trekking back in May 2010. Spiritual – "Meeting God"!

I really enjoyed reading this story as it brings out and shows everyone the type porters and guides we have within Kokoda Trekking and what they will do to help trekkers feel safe and sound whilst walking…[Read more]

Our next story is written by Rebecca who walked the track as part of Trek # 840. Life Altering!

"Easter 2011 my dad passed away, he was depressed and took his own life.

I decided I need to do something to mark his 1 year anniversary but to also get the word out there about depression.

I approached a great friend of mine, Kate Duxbury and…[Read more]

We have a fantastic Kokoda story written by Pete who first walked the track with Kokoda Trekking back in April 2005. Life Changing!

"I first did Kokoda back in April 2005. My knowledge of the campaign was very limited. I had 6 weeks training due to my appendix being removed in Jan 2005.

I went over there, my self esteem was low due to a marriage…[Read more]

Another great father and son story written by Jason who walked the track with his son Joshua as part of Trek #892. Emotional!

"Last Sept my son (15yo) and I walked the Kokoda Trek.
It was the most amazing and difficult thing we had ever done. We were on the trek when we heard about the attack on the black cat trail. After spending the night at…[Read more]

The next story we have is by one of our past trekkers Brian who completed the track as part of Trek # 435. Mateship!

Many of you may have seen a few posts made by Brian over the years on our forums and socail media pages. He is a great friend and mate of Kokoda Trekking.

"Testimonial from a young 70 year old!

I had returned home having spent my…[Read more]

Another fantastic story written by our past Trekker Earl who walk the track with Kokoda Trekking back in 2010 as part of Trek #576. A story about reconnecting!

"My name is Earl Snijders, I lived my early childhood in Port Moresby in the late sixties, early seventies. My mother was or is a PNG national born in Samrai. As an adult I have always…[Read more]

Hi Everyone,

We have a few new stories to share with everyone.

We often have many fathers who walk the track to bond with their children.

We had the pleasure of welcoming Paul and his son Hayden back in 2010 as part of Trek #599. A rewarding experience!

"Thanks so much for such a rewarding experience! It’s funny how much comes back to you when…[Read more]

Hi Everyone,

We have another great Kokoda story written by Pete who walked with Kokoda Trekking as part of Trek # 855 in 2013. Challenging physically and emotionally!

"Kokoda was an incredible experience. One that every Australian should do. I completed my trek with Kokoda Trekking after extensive research into the trek. The experience was…[Read more]

We would like to introduce our new Training Website Fit 4 Treks. http://www.fit4treks.com.au/

Achieving the very best experience from trekking the Kokoda Trail requires endurance, stamina and mental preparedness. Your first trek is a once in a lifetime experience and we want it to be the ultimate opportunity for you. Training for trekking…[Read more]

We would like to introduce our new Training Website Fit 4 Treks. http://www.fit4treks.com.au/

Achieving the very best experience from trekking the Kokoda Trail requires endurance, stamina and mental preparedness. Your first trek is a once in a lifetime experience and we want it to be the ultimate opportunity for you. Training for trekking…[Read more]

Share your Kokoda Trekking Experience for a chance to win!

Congratulations on completing the Kokoda track.

Everyone who has trekked Kokoda has a story worth telling. Why not share it on DoKokoda.com
and inspire future trekkers?

It could win you a trip back to PNG, this time on a more relaxing note – an…[Read more]

Share your Kokoda Trekking Experience for a chance to win

Congratulations on completing the Kokoda track.

Everyone who has trekked Kokoda has a story worth telling. Why not share it on DoKokoda.com
and inspire future trekkers?

It could win you a trip back to PNG, this time on a more relaxing note – an…[Read more]

Share Your Kokoda Trekking Experience For A Chance To Win!

Congratulations on completing the Kokoda track.

Everyone who has trekked Kokoda has a story worth telling. Why not share it on DoKokoda.com
and inspire future trekkers?

It could win you a trip back to PNG, this time on a more relaxing note – an…[Read more]