The Kokoda Track - Reverse (13 Days)

Papua New Guinea is a young nation, but has endured a colourful and, at times, bloody history. The Kokoda Track is one of many walking tracks that existed long before Europeans came into this part of the world. During the course of World War II, the Japanese decided to use this trail as a means of launching a ground attack against the Australians in Port Moresby. On this trek, we set out to explore the complete route of the campaign starting from Owers’ Corner (not far from the point where Australian troops first turned back the Japanese advance), perched high on the Sogeri Plateau, and eventually working our way east to the village of Kokoda. By the time we arrive at Kokoda we will have completed a crossing of the central spine of Papua New Guinea, paid homage at all the main battle sites and also gained an appreciation of the rugged beauty of the region that includes the impressive Owen Stanley Range.