Papua New Guinea Kokoda Track – 11 Days Australian-Led Trekking Expedition

Walk in the Footsteps of History: The Kokoda Track

The Kokoda Track is one of the world’s great treks — 96 kilometers through some of the most rugged and beautiful terrain on Earth. This Australian-led expedition follows the exact wartime route, combining physical challenge with profound WWII history and encounters with remote mountain communities.

Itinerary Overview

Day 1: Port Moresby
Arrival, briefing, and equipment check. Visit the Bomana War Cemetery — final resting place of 3,779 Commonwealth soldiers.

Day 2: Owers Corner to Ua-Ule Creek
Begin the trek at Owers Corner. Descend through dense jungle to the Goldie River. Camp at Ua-Ule Creek.

Day 3: Ua-Ule to Ofi Creek
Climb to Imita Ridge, the site of fierce WWII battles. Descend to Ofi Creek for overnight camp.

Day 4: Ofi Creek to Nauro
Trek through pristine rainforest to the village of Nauro. Meet local villagers and learn about their wartime experiences.

Day 5: Nauro to Menari
Cross the “Wall” — one of the track’s toughest sections. Reach the beautiful village of Menari overlooking the range.

Day 6: Menari to Efogi
Trek to Efogi, the largest village on the track. Afternoon exploring WWII battle sites and trenches still visible in the jungle.

Day 7: Efogi to Templeton’s Crossing
Climb through moss-draped forest to Brigade Hill — site of a pivotal 1942 battle. Descend to Templeton’s Crossing.

Day 8: Templeton’s to Isurava
Reach the Isurava Memorial, where Australian forces made their legendary stand. The four granite pillars stand as silent sentinels in the jungle clearing.

Day 9: Isurava to Kokoda
Descend through plantations to Kokoda village. Visit the Kokoda Museum and the village where the airstrip became the campaign’s focal point.

Day 10: Kokoda to Port Moresby
Charter flight back over the Owen Stanley Range — an incredible perspective on the terrain you’ve conquered. Celebration dinner.

Day 11: Departure
International departure from Port Moresby.

Included

• 10 nights (camping + village guesthouses + hotel)
• Australian expedition leader and PNG guides
• Personal porter (carries up to 15kg of your gear)
• All meals on the track
• Charter flight Kokoda-Port Moresby
• Camping equipment
• Track permits and village fees
• Comprehensive medical kit with satellite phone

What’s Not Included

• Entrance fees to attractions
• Tour Guide
• Meal (lunch and dinner)
• International flights
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses