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Adventure Kokoda Pilgrimages for Schools

by Charlie | Jun 2, 2024 | SCHOOL GROUPS | 0

‘Army Basic Training — often called boot-camp — prepares recruits for all elements of service:...

Adventure Kokoda Meals

by Charlie | Feb 12, 2024 | OUR TREKS | 0

The logistics involved in the purchase, storage, packing (by day and by meal lots), cooking, serving,and cleaning up are a major challenge as there are virtually no back-up facilities anywhere across the 138 km Kokoda Trail.

Our rationing system is therefore based on the purchase of all food from supermarkets in Port Moresby; the engagement of a specialist PNG catering crew; and a helicopter resupply half-way across the Trail.

Adventure Kokoda Guides, Porters & Support Crews

by Charlie | Feb 11, 2024 | OUR TREKS | 0

‘I cannot say enough kind words about them. Throughout the entire trek I felt supported and knew that I could turn to them for help at any time. They were always in the right spot at the right time. They were so encouraging and only wanted to see me succeed. They have so much patience, I never felt rushed or scared because I knew they’d be there to help. They would encourage me to walk at my own pace and take as many breaks as I needed to succeed. Without them I would not have gotten as far as I did. I enjoyed listening to their stories about their families and knowledge of the trek and country.’

Kokoda Testimonials: Veterans, Celebrities, Trekkers, Influencers

by Charlie | Feb 6, 2024 | KOKODA REVIEWS, OUR REVIEWS, OUR TREKKERS, OUR TREKS, TREKKERS, TRIP ADVISOR | 0

Kokoda is much more than a trek – it’s a pilgrimage to a special place for patriotic Australians from all walks of life in honour of our military heritage.

The apprehension of a visit to a ‘land of the unexpected’, a connection to just two of Papua New Guinea’s 800 cultures, and the challenge of a formidable, jungle-clad mountain environment to walk in the footsteps of the brave is a compelling drawcard.

The experience has left a lasting impression on those who have committed to it,

Peter Morrison: Kokoda Trek Leader-PNG Boxing Coach

by Charlie | Aug 5, 2023 | ADVENTURE KOKODA, OUR CHARITY, SELECTING A TREK OPERATOR | 0

Peter Morrison, Adventure Kokoda Trek Leader, PNG Boxing Coach

Kokoda Leadership for Kings

by Charlie | Jul 3, 2023 | KOKODA YOUTH LEADERSHIP, OUR TREKS, RSL YOUTH LEADERSHIP CHALLENGE, SCHOOL GROUPS | 0

In 2002 Catherine Pearman, a teacher at The Kings School for Boys Preparatory School to interpret the pilgrimage for her young chargers.

Selecting a Kokoda Trek Operator

by adventure kokoda | Jan 30, 2023 | OUR TREKS, SELECTING A TREK OPERATOR | 0

Selecting a shonky trek operators can have void travel and public liability insurance claims. Here are some helpful questions to ask before paying a deposit.

Kokoda 2024 – Why Adventure Kokoda?

by adventure kokoda | Nov 21, 2022 | OUR TREKS | 0

The Kokoda Trail is a place of pilgrimage for Adventure Kokoda. Our trek leaders have a combined total of 160 years professional military service in Papua New Guinea Defence Force, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, Iraq, Syria, and Afghanistan. They have successfully led more than 600 expeditions across the Kokoda Trail over the past 32 years and trained our current generation of leaders in pilgrimage and expedition leadership.

Kokoda Tour Operator Rankings & Reviews

by adventure kokoda | Oct 31, 2022 | ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW, KOKODA REVIEWS, OUR REVIEWS, OUR TREKS, SELECTING A TREK OPERATOR, TRIP ADVISOR | 0

TripAdvisor has judged Adventure Kokoda as the No.1 tour company on the Kokoda Trail for the past 5 successive years.

Training for Kokoda

by adventure kokoda | Oct 28, 2022 | OUR TREKS, TRAINING FOR KOKODA | 0

Trekking the Kokoda Trail – Training and Physical Preparation Information – All you need to know to help you plan and prepare for one of the most enduring physical challenges in ‘the land of the unexpected’.