KOKODA TREK 2026
ABOUT THE TREK
5 - 14 october 2026 Ex Brisbane
10 DAYS,
9 NIGHTS
Papua NEW GUINEA
from $4,999 pp*
* pricing quoted is ex Brisbane and subject to change prior to booking.
** Please see exclusions below
2026 preliminary ITINERARY
Please note: Participants are required to engage in fundraising efforts to further support our chosen mental health wellbeing partners for this campaign.
PRE - TREK ARRIVAL (Brisbane):
Please arrive the day before and overnight due to limited direct flights - (We’re more than happy to assist with advice around flights and accommodation).
DAY 1
Depart from Brisbane Airport and arrive in Papua New Guinea. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by your Australian Kokoda Tours guide and transported to the Hilton Hotel in Port Moresby. The evening will include a trek briefing by the pool, followed by a relaxing group dinner, and The Man Cave presenting ‘Courageous Conversations’, which will set the tone for our journey.
DAY 2
Port Moresby to Popondetta via Air (Approx. 30 minutes flight)
Popondetta to Kokoda via Private Road transport (Approx. 2.5 - 3hrs)
Kokoda to Deniki - approx. 3 hours trekking.
DAY 3
Deniki to Alola - approx. 6 hours trekking
DAY 4
Alola to Vasi Campsite - approx. 8 hours trekking
DAY 5
Templetons to Kagi - approx. 6 hours trekking
A powerful afternoon of giving back: building shower huts and a change room for the Kagi community
Evening - fireside chat/activity ‘step to the line’ bought to you by Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation
DAY 6
Kagi to Menari - approx. 7 hours trekking
DAY 7
Menari to Nauro - approx. 6 hours
Evening - fireside chat/activity, bought to you by Derrick McManus
DAY 8
Nauro to Ua-Ule creek - approx. 7 hours trekking
DAY 9
Ua-Ule creek to Owers Corner - approx. 6 hours trekking.
Owers Cnr – Bomana Cemetery
Hilton Hotel – Celebration Dinner
DAY 10
Depart Papua New Guinea / Arrive in Brisbane
(Participants arrange their own return travel — we’re happy to guide you on the best options)
INCLUSIONS:
• 8 days trekking the magnificent Kokoda Track
• Domestic flights in Papua New Guinea (PNG)
• International flights ex Brisbane, Queensland
• Airport transfers in Papua New Guinea
• 2 nights’ accommodation in Port Moresby in luxury 5-star twin share accommodation (including breakfast and dinner)
• Backpacks supplied to all trekkers (trekkers bring their own daypack)
• Walking poles supplied to all trekkers
• Comprehensive 8-week training plan
• Australian Kokoda Tours official track T-Shirt
• Australian Kokoda Tours bandana
• Kokoda Track Authority - Track Permit
• Porters and local guides (we have a 1 porter-1 client ratio)
*Note: Personal porters are an additional cost
• Australian guides with minimum Level 2 Wilderness First Aid qualifications & who have successfully completed the Kokoda Trail
• Extensive historical information about the Kokoda campaign
• Nutritious snack pack & freshly cooked meals
• All cooking & eating equipment supplied
• All tents and guest houses along the track
• Comprehensive safety plans and protocols including satellite phone for emergencies and to provide daily web updates to Australia
• Certificate of achievement
• Kokoda Centurions official trekking polo shirt
** Exclusions - Return domestic airfares to Brisbane | Overnight accomodation and meals in Brisbane | Personal porters | snacks and drinks on the track | drinks are at the participant’s expense
FAQS:
For all questions related to travel and general Kokoda Trek questions please go to our FAQs page here.
Our trek is operated by Australian Kokoda Tours, a trusted, family-owned business that has been guiding adventurers along the Kokoda Track since 2006. As proud members of The Kokoda Tour Operators Association, they bring first-class knowledge and expertise to every journey. Committed to ethical practices, they pay above-minimum wages to local porters and actively support the well-being of local villages. With their professionalism and dedication, you will be in excellent hands for this unforgettable experience.
Want to know more, click here https://www.australiankokodatours.com.au/about-us
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