On this page you will find video diaries for each day of an expedition with two different groups of trekkers. Follow their stories as they progress through pre-2016 10 day Kokoda Expedition (now 11 day) led by an Australian Guide travelling from Kokoda through to Owers' Corner. The video diaries will provide you with an idea of what it will be like to join one of our expeditions.
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Kokoda Track elevation profile for the pre-2016 10 day expedition as outlined in the video diaries below

Trek Day 1

(3 Hours) Depart Port Moresby 0700am on Airlines PNG flight to either Kokoda or Popondetta (30 minutes). If flying into Popondetta, we will then travel along the same road the Japanese Imperial Force used to reach Kokoda Village, crossing the infamous Kumusi River. For those that fly into Kokoda, we will walk across the airfield to Kokoda Village. There you will visit the war museum and walk on the cigar shaped battle-field that was Kokoda.

We will be introduced to our expert guide and porter team, and then we head off towards Deniki, through plantations and via the beautiful Hoi village. The going is relatively easy except for a steep 45 minute trek up to our destination. We will set up camp, have lunch and a delicious dinner before bed.
Sam Newman + Garry Lyon - Day 1
Team Big Fish - Day 1

Trek Day 2

(6-7 Hours) After a complete breakfast we head for Alola via Isurava Battlefield memorial. The memorial was opened by Australian Prime Minister John Howard in August 2002 to commemorate 60 years since a ferocious four day Battle was fought there in 1942. We will lunch there and then continue hiking - descending and ascending numerous hills to finally arrive at Alola. From here we can see across the valley towards Abuari Village. After a fresh pasta and damper meal it's off to bed.
Sam Newman + Garry Lyon - Day 2
Team Big Fish - Day 2

Trek Day 3

(9 hours) Hike from Alola via Eora Creek to Templeton's Crossing 1, at the base of Mt Bellamy. This is a long day but extremely interesting with both historical and natural points of interest.
Sam Newman + Garry Lyon - Day 3
Team Big Fish - Day 3

Trek Day 4

(8 hours) Trek from Templeton's 1 to our home village, Kagi. Today you will ascend Mt Bellamy, the highest point of the Kokoda Track (2190m). Good views at the Kokoda Gap Lookout. We will divert off the Track to pass through Nadoori. Descend to Kagi village where we will be greeted by the locals. A well deserved delicious meal, like every night, is had tonight. Overnight village guest house or tents.
Sam Newman + Garry Lyon - Day 4
Team Big Fish - Day 4

Trek Day 5

(9 Hours) Today you will hike from Kagi to Menari village. During the morning you will climb Brigade Hill and then begin a long steep descent to Menari village which will weary your feet and legs. You will sleep well tonight. Overnight Menari.
Sam Newman + Garry Lyon - Day 5
Team Big Fish - Day 5

Trek Day 6

(5 Hours) Hike from Menari to Naoro village. After climbing a steep saddle you will descend and pass through a number of river crossings to Naoro village. A good chance to river surf down the Brown River.
Sam Newman + Garry Lyon - Day 6
Team Big Fish - Day 6

Trek Day 7

(7 Hours) Hike from Naoro to Wa-ule Creek. Climbing through open grasslands you will mount the Maguli Range and take a long steep descent to Ofi Creek and Wa-ule Creek campsite. 
Sam Newman + Garry Lyon - Day 7
Team Big Fish - Day 7

Trek Day 8

(4-5 Hours) Hike from Wa-ule Creek to Owers' Corner. There are a number of river crossings and a long steep climb up Imita Ridge. The descent on the other side of the ridge is known as The Golden Stairs which leads down to Goldie River. After wading through the river the Kokoda Track concludes with a final steep ascent to Owers' Corner. You will arrive at Owers' Corner in the early afternoon and will be met by a 4WD vehicle with a picnic lunch and cold drinks that you will share with your guides. Drive to Bomana War Cemetery to Port Moresby and then dropped off at our hotel. We will spend the night dining with our guides, local team and other friends we have made on the Kokoda Track.
Sam Newman + Garry Lyon - Day 8
Team Big Fish - Day 8