Kokoda Trek Dates
2022
18 - 29 August 2022
Mid-year, nine nights, what more could you ask for from a Kokoda adventure. You will have traditionally drier weather, plus with the additional time to walk and explore, this means you'll have additional time to chill and reflect on where you are and what you're completing. There are times, when a trek feels too quick, this one allows you to be stop and be in the moment albeit for a little longer.
16-26 September 2022
Walking from Owers Corner to Kokoda, this trek see's you walk the tougher days in the middle of your trek. You will walk to some of the most stunning rivers and waterholes with the time and ability to swim and enjoy them. Complete your adventure in the village of Kokoda, flying back over the Owen Stanley Ranges, seeing what you have just achieved from the sky. Nine days of walking seeing Kokoda through the eyes of the soldiers, what's not to love?
24 Sept - 04 Oct 2022
Your only chance this year to start a trek in Kokoda and walk south to Port Moresby. This trek see's you climb to the highest point on day four of your adventure, reaching 2250m above sea level. You'll have time in the back half of your adventure to swim in the amazing rivers that fill the southern side of the Trail. Spend your final night at the stunning Goldie River, and complete your adventure with a visit to the Bomana War Cemetery in Port Moresby.
11-19 November 2022
Our final trek of the year starts with the Remembrance Day service at the Bomana War Cemetery in Port Moresby, this sets the scene of your adventure. Trekking in November is traditionally cooler as the pre-monsoon seasonal rains begin. Walking north to Kokoda will also mean you will have a celebration in the final two days as you make your way off the mountain, having time for swimming in the cool waters as you eat the freshest of fruits. This trek traditionally sells quickly.
Kokoda Trek Dates
2023
08 - 18 March 2023
The first trek of 2023 starts at Owers Corner on the Port Moresby side of the track. Spend eight nights walking north to Kokoda. Have the story of the war build as you get closer, coming to a crescendo on the eighth morning with a special Dawn Service at Isurava. The final days will be a celebration of your achievements and you will spend the final night just short of the end of the track, celebrating with your team of Porters prior to flying back over the track to your starting point.
20 - 30 April 2023
ANZAC on Kokoda is always a special occasion, this trek is no different. On this trek you will make your way north from Owers Corner to Kokoda, spending the night prior to and the morning of ANZAC at Brigade Hill. You'll have time to reflect as you make your way towards Isurava where you have time to commemorate in this battle location also. This trek will be for those seeking to immerse themselves into this history of the trail.
22 April - 02 May 2023
This trek will see you start by flying over the Owen Stanley Ranges to the village of Kokoda, it is here where your adventure begins. You will spend your second night of your trek at the Isurava Battlefield, commemorating ANZAC on day three at the government facilitated Dawn Service. You will make your way to Owers Corner over the remaining days, seeing the sites of significance and being immersed in PNG culture.
08 - 18 May 2023
Over eight nights and nine days on the trail, this trek traditionally is one of the best of the year. With the weather a little warmer and drier and the track set from the ANZAC period, this trek will be one not to miss. Walk from Owers to Kokoda and see the rivers still at full flow. Already well subscribed, this trek looks like being one of the best of the year.
19 - 29 May 2023
This trek will walk north from Owers Corner to Kokoda over nine days. You will have the track when there are fewer people around, so you will have more time to yourself at the sites of significance, in the waterfalls and at the monuments. Traditionally this trek has fewer people on it, so you wont feel overwhelmed with the group.
09 - 19 June 2023
The middle of the year is amazing time to walk Kokoda. The weather in Australia is getting cold and the weather in PNG is warm and not too humid, its a perfect tropical getaway. The waterways on the trail aren't as thunderous, which means you're able to swim in more of them, so don't delay and book yourself a mid-year Kokoda Getaway.
29 June - 09 July 2023
With a trek date in and around the mid semester school and university break, this is a perfect getaway for those of you with friends or children who study. For those of you who aren't in this position, this is still a great trek to get away from the depth of the Australian winter. This trek date is usually popular with the Australian southern states. .
07 - 17 July 2023
An all female trek, hence it's called "Chickoda". With an all female cast and guide, the only men on this trek will be the men who are cooking, cleaning and carrying your equipment. Come and meet like minded women, make new friends and walk the Kokoda Trail with women who are just like you.
27 July - 07 August 2023
This trek is in support of Lifeline Canberra, with special guest Daniel Keighran, VC. All are welcomed to book onto this trek, but the additional cost is the financial support you're offering this most important charity. Dont miss the opportunity to raise money and walk with an Australian hero.
18 - 28 August 2023
Walking to Kokoda you will spent eight nights on the trail with a half day either side. Tackle the harder sections early, and give yourself an easier culmination with a celebration as you complete the final days in the village of Kokoda. Why nor spoil yourself with a mid year getaway you'll remember.
10 - 20 November 2023
The final trek of 2023 will commence with a memorial service at the Bomana War Cemetery for Remembrance Day commemorations. This sets the scene for your adventure where you see Kokoda through the eyes of the soldiers.
Come and see Kokoda through the eyes of the soldiers