12 Hot Tips

Proper preparation and training are essential for Kokoda. While you do not need to be an Olympian or ultra marathon competitor you do need to be in good physical and mental health.

Break the trek down into small achievable sections. Each day we walk from breakfast to morning tea, morning tea to lunch and then lunch to camp.

Energy levels you will get plenty of great food on Kokoda however it is still important to consistently graze on your snack food to prevent the dreaded sugar lows. You will need to ensure that you have snacks such as a good electrolyte supplements, we recommend TREK FUEL and trail mix

Fluid intake on the track is crucial to your well-being. Make sure you use water purification tablets or some other form of sterilisation in your water. The water on Kokoda is plentiful and clean but it is essential that you sterilise all water.

Make sure your boots are in good condition and well worn. There is nothing more frightening half way across the Kokoda Track to find that your favourite boots have disintegrated.

Your experienced guides will set the pace for each section of the trek.

Kokoda is hot and humid Keep yourself cool with a wet cloth, river water etc. Do not overdress on the Track. Cool light clothes or “Cool Dry” style are good.

Insects make sure you cover yourself with strong insect repellent (Bushman’s etc.) to help avoid insect bites. There are bees on the track.

Hygiene on the track is absolutely essential to a successful trek. Please ensure that you have sufficient supplies of antibacterial hand wash and or baby wipes. Make sure that you wash your hands well before and after using the toilets and before and after eating food.

Your health before, during and after the trek is our number one concern. Make sure you are medically fit to trek.

Wear your boots on the plane and bring essential items in your carry on luggage. Bags do go missing; bags can be left back in Australia.

Use good camping and trekking gear. Kokoda Spirit can supply you your trekking and camping requirements. https://www.kokodaspirit.com.au/booknow/trekking-gearlist-2/ And one more! Kokoda is an incredibly beautiful place. It may even change your life! Enjoy your trek and have a great time. You are truly walking in the footsteps of heroes.