The Kokoda Track

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Papua New Guinea is a young nation, but has endured a colourful and, at times, bloody history. The Kokoda Track is one of many walking tracks that existed long before Europeans came into this part of the world. During the course of World War II, the Japanese decided to use this trail as a means of launching a ground attack against the Australians in Port More...

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Camping
Physical level
Strenuous

Highlights

    • Visit Kokoda Track which is one of the world’s classic overland walks. Crossing Papua New Guinea’s mighty Owen Stanley Range is an arduous trek suitable for the fit, adventurous and prepared.
    • Trek to Alola commences with a 2-2½ hour walk to Isurava village.
    • Trekking with family members of those who helped the Australian diggers is the most atmospheric way to take in the stupendous landscapes and humbling war sites.
    • Along the way you will visit small, isolated villages, war sites, ancient forests and extinct volcanic craters.

What's this trip about?

    Papua New Guinea is a young nation, but has endured a colourful and, at times, bloody history. The Kokoda Track is one of many walking tracks that existed long before Europeans came into this part of the world. During the course of World War II, the Japanese decided to use this trail as a means of launching a ground attack against the Australians in Port Moresby. On this trek, we set out to explore the complete route of the campaign from the village of Kokoda to Owers’ Corner (not far from the point where Australian troops first turned back the Japanese advance), perched high on Sogeri Plateau. By the time we finish our trek we will have completed a crossing of the central spine of Papua New Guinea, paid homage at all the main battle sites and also gained an appreciation of the rugged beauty of the region that includes the impressive Owen Stanley Range.

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 9 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityPort Moresby
End CityPort Moresby

Travel Themes

  • High Adventure
  • Trekking & Expeditions

Destinations

  • Papua New Guinea

Attractions

  • Port Moresby

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Culture
  • Hiking
  • Historic sightseeing
  • Nature
  • Trekking

Trip includes

    • Eight day trek following the Kokoda Track, camping and staying in huts along the way.
    • The services of an English-speaking local trek leader throughout the tour and a local historian to brief the group on the war history of the trail
    • Personal porter (1:1 ratio) and additional group porters
    • Peregrine Kokoda T shirt
    • Commemorative certificate on completion of the trek
    • Arrival & Departure transfer
    • Accommodation: 2 nights comfortable hotel, 8 nights camping/village hut
    • Meals: 10 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 8 dinners.

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Itinerary

Travel Map
Day 1: Port Moresby
Upon arrival in Port Moresby, you will be met and transferred to your hotel, which is located close to the airport. Your transfer guide will be waiting outside of the terminal holding a Peregrine sign with your name on it. There is a pre-trip briefing in the evening,...
Day 2: Port Moresby to Kokoda/Deniki/Hoi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner This morning you will travel to Kokoda from Port Moresby on a single-engine light plane. This flight takes approximately 25 minutes. Upon arrival in Kokoda you will make your way on foot from the airstrip to the nearby Kokoda Station. ...
Day 3: Kokoda to Isurava
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Today you will commence your first day of trekking heading to Isurava village. On the way you will travel through Deniki village. The 39th Battalion was forced to retreat here after Japanese forces occupied Kokoda. The journey to Denik...
Day 4: Isurava to Templeton's Crossing II
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner The trek to Templeton's Crossing II commences with a 45 minute to one-hour hike to the famous battleground, and now memorial ground, Isurava Battlefield. Here you will enjoy a good break and have the opportunity to see the battlefield ...
Day 5: Templeton's Crossing II to Digger's Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner You have a tough day of trekking ahead today - you will be climbing to the highest point of the trek at Mount Bellamy. Mount Bellamy is 2200 metres above sea level and provides some spectacular views across the Owen Stanley Ranges. The...
Day 6: Digger’s Camp to Efogi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner You will head towards Efogi village today - a hike that takes about six hours. You will start off heading towards the northern face of Mount Bellamy, where you will enjoy spectacular views across the villages of Naduri, Kagi, Brigade Hil...
Day 7: Efogi to Menari
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner You will have an early start today, as you head towards the village of Menari. The trek today involves a decent climb up to Mission Ridge following the path taken by the retreating Australian soldiers, which ultimately lead to the ambush...
Day 8: Menari to Nauro
Today you will set off by initially climbing up to the top of Menari Ridge. This is a steep climb and a perfect way to kick-start the day. It should take approximately 1½ hours to get to the top, and once again there will be some spectacular views towards Nauro and looki...
Day 9: Nauro to Uaule
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner This morning you will start your day by tackling the Nine False Peaks to the top of Maguli Ridge. This involves roughly 2½ to 3 hours of serious uphill trekking. You will pass by New Nauro village and enjoy a quick recovery break before ...
Day 10: Uaule to Owers Corner (to Port Moresby)
You will begin the day by crossing Va’Ule Creek's 14 crossings, so expect wet boots from the start. At your final crossing you will commence the trek up the back of Imita Ridge, which takes up to 1½ hours. At the summit of Imita Ridge you will enjoy a stunning view loo...
Day 11: Port Moresby
Meals: Breakfast Your trip will end in Port Moresby this morning after breakfast. Please note that this itinerary can vary considerably due to weather conditions, group needs and overnight locations. Flexibility, patience and good humor is required. For this reason these Trip Notes must be treated as a guide and are subject to changes.  

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Last Updated: 2/22/2018

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    • Departure taxes
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    • Other meals and additional snacks for the trek
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Cancellation by the traveller  If you cancel some or all portions of your booking cancellation fees will apply.  A cancellation will only be effective when we receive written confirmation of the cancellation.  If you cancel a trip: •  56 days or more prior to departure, we will retain the deposit; •  between 31 and 55 days prior to departure, we will retain the deposit or 50% of the total booking cost; whichever is greater, and •  30 days or less prior to departure, we will retain 100% paid by you in connection with the booking. Note that different cancellation conditions apply to Polar bookings and some styles of trips and additional services. Your booking consultant will advise if differences apply. Please note that for certain travel arrangements the cancellation charge may be higher than those shown. In certain cases a 100% cancellation fee applies as soon as the booking is made and the ticket is issued. You will be advised of different cancellation charges at time of booking. You are strongly advised to take out cancellation insurance at the time of booking which will cover cancellation fees.   If you leave a trip for any reason after it has commenced we are not obliged to make any refunds for unused services. If you fail to join a tour, join it after departure, or leave it prior to its completion, no refund will be made. The above cancellation fees are in addition to fees which may be levied by accommodation providers, travel agents or third party tour and transport operator fees. Cancellation by us We may cancel a trip at any time up to 56 days before departure, subject to clause 14.  We may cancel a trip at any time prior to departure if, due to terrorism, natural disasters, political instability or other external events it is not viable for us to operate the planned itinerary. If we cancel your trip, you can transfer amounts paid to an alternate departure date or alternatively receive a full refund.  In circumstances where the cancellation is due to external events outside our reasonable control refunds will be less any unrecoverable costs.  We are not responsible for any incidental expenses that you may have incurred as a result of your booking including but not limited to visas, vaccinations, travel insurance excess or non-refundable flights.   Please note that different cancellation conditions may apply to some styles of trips, your booking consultant will advise if differences apply.
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Meals Included
Meals: 10 Breakfasts, 8 Lunches, 8 Dinners
Age Requirements
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