Adventure Kokoda Blog
Protecting our heritage
Kokoda is much more than a trek. It is almost a spiritual journey for those who wish to connect to the historical significance of the Kokoda campaign. It is also an empathetic bridge for Australians and Papua New Guineans to better understand each other.
Our Charity
Our charitable work includes the provision of health support, school supplies, scholarships, and emergency medical assistance to villagers across the Kokoda Trail.
Our Media
National features stories of our treks on all major television networks, newspapers, and magazines.
Our Reviews
Trekker feedback, Trip Advisor reviews, and personal reflections.
Our Treks
Everything you need to know about our treks, our trekkers, training tips, gear selection, and some handy hints.
Our Viewpoint
Charlie has been the leading advocate for the protection of our Kokoda heritage, and the welfare of villagers across the Trail, for 30 years.
PAPUA NEW GUINEA
Interesting articles relating to our close association with PNG, and our shared wartime heritage.
Latest News
PNG National Court Judgement: Adventure Kokoda Vs Minister for Environment Conservation & Climate Change, and the Kokoda Track Authority
PNG National Court Judgement re Adventure Kokoda Tour Operator’s License
CHAPTER 37: Unlawful Cancellation of Adventure Kokoda Licence
The cancellation of our Adventure Kokoda tour operators’ licence was found to be unlawful by the Justice Sally Purdon-Sully in the PNG National Court on 14 December 2023,
The hearing lifted the scab off a web of insidious political agendas, the use of aid-for-influence, nepotism, incompetence, corruption and collusion within the DFAT funded Kokoda Initiative network which includes the PNG Conservation Environment Promotion Authority (CEPA), the Kokoda Track Authority (KTA) and the Australian Kokoda Tour Operators Association (KTOA).
Mick O’Malley: Kokoda Powerbroker
Former boxer, Mick O’Malley, has emerged as the most influential powerbroker across the Kokoda Trail.
Mark Nizette MBE – Kokoda Advisor or Foreign Influencer?
The primary influencer for the subtle change in priority from pilgrimage tourism to socio-environmental issues appears to be Mr. Mark Nizette MBE, Strategic Management Advisor to the DFAT ‘Kokoda Initiative’ and Secretary to the influential ‘Kokoda Initiative Committee’ within the PNG Conservation Environment Protection Authority (CEPA).
Kokoda Campaign Tours Alert!
The Kokoda Campaign Tours website does little to unscramble what seems to be an organizational omelette in PNG - this is usually a sign that owners are not upfront and prefer to operate from the shadows. This perception is reinforced by the fact there are no profiles...
CHAPTER 36: Proposed Joint Understanding for Military Heritage between PNG and Australia
‘Kokoda’ is almost the complete adventure experience for Australian baby-boomers and young adventurers. It requires physical stamina and mental tenacity. The wartime history evokes strong emotions. The unconditional care and support of local PNG guides and villagers is humbling. The environment is rugged, remote and pristine.