Anzac Day Kokoda Trek - 11 Days

This South > North Kokoda Track trek features an Anzac Dawn Service at the Isurava Battlefield Memorial. Anzac Day is a solemn day of remembrance for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps soldiers who have fought and died for their country. It also serves as an opportunity to acknowledge those who continue to serve their country to this day.

Our 11-day Kokoda Track Anzac Day tour commences in Port Moresby, where will spend our first night. We begin our Kokoda trek by travelling in a private vehicle to Owers’ Corner, where the track starts. We will stop at the Bomana War Cemetery on our way. Here, we will pay our respects to those who gave their lives during the 1942 Kokoda Campaign.

Our trek across the Owen Stanley Range, from south to north, commences with a steep descent down to the Goldie River, which we wade across with the help of our loyal Carriers.

Over the next 8 days we will trek through and explore several historical sites including:

• Imita Ridge; the site of Australia’s last stand,
• Ioribaiwa Ridge; the furthest point reached by the Japanese,
• Brigade Hill; the site of one of the most horrific battles our soldiers fought during their withdrawal,
• Eora Creek Village; the site where 99 Australian soldiers were killed during fierce gun battles, and
• Isurava Battlefield; where Private Bruce Kingsbury was killed during battle and ultimately awarded (posthumously) the Victoria Cross.

As a group, we will hold a small memorial service at Brigade Hill and participate in the official Australian High Commission Memorial Service at the Isurava Battlefield Memorial. Here we will reflect upon the gallantry, courage and sacrifice made by all Australian soldiers. This is an incredibly special and moving experience you will never forget.

Our Kokoda Trail trek concludes once we step through the Kokoda Arch at Kokoda Village. Armed with a new found appreciation of the accomplishments and hardships endured by our Australian soldiers during the Kokoda Campaign, we will pause to reflect upon the past 8 days.

We will spend our final night on the Kokoda Track at Kokoda Village before returning to Port Moresby the following morning. Upon our arrival, we will return to our hotel for a hot shower and our final dinner as a group. This evening is a wonderful opportunity to reflect upon what, for many, will have been the experience of a lifetime. ‘We are here today, because they were here before us.’

What to Expect

Papua New Guinea is one of the world’s most naturally beautiful countries. Soaring mountain peaks, unspoiled beaches, lush rainforests, unique flora and fauna and the cultural richness of the people combine to make Papua New Guinea an increasingly popular destination for tourists, not to mention the renowned and fabled ‘Kokoda Track’, home to many life-changing Kokoda Tours.

• Traverse the world-renowned Kokoda Track with a leading culturally and ecologically sensitive trek operator
• Trek South to North in the direction of the Australian Advance
• Experience and participate in moving memorial services at Isurava Battlefield and Brigade Hill
• Take in the beauty of the Papua New Guinea, one of the world’s least explored countries
• Stay at the brand new 5-star Stanley Hotel & Suites whilst in Port Moresby incl. Buffet Breakfast
• Form lasting bonds and friendships with your fellow trekkers

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