Q. IS YOUR COMPANY LICENSED BY THE KOKODA TRACK AUTHORITY (KTA)?

A. Yes, Kokoda Historical is licensed by the KTA our licence number is 024.

Q. DOES YOUR COMPANY HAVE PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE

A. Yes, Kokoda Historical has a Public Liability Policy which covers us up to a maximum amount of AU$10 million per claim.

Q. WHAT IS THE MAXIMUM/MINIMUM NUMBER OF CLIENTS YOU TAKE ON EACH GROUP TREK/TOUR?

A. Our maximum is 15 trekkers on our regular groups. However special interest groups such as school and cadet groups or our annual Harry Bould Trek may be larger. If you have your own group please contact us to discuss your needs. Our minimum number of clients is 6.

Q. WHAT ADDITIONAL PEOPLE DO YOU SUPPLY ON EACH TREK - E.G. LEADER, GUIDE, GROUP PORTER, HISTORIAN ETC?

A. For each group there will be an Australian military historian. Every group will have a PNG guide who is an expert on the trek itself and on the cultural appreciations of Papua New Guinea. There will also be a team of guides depending on the number of trekkers, who will carry camping gear, cooking & safety equipment and food. In addition we will be accompanied by personal porters as requested. Our Australian Historians have senior first-aid qualifications and working with children checks. Also our local guides have attended first-aid and emergency management courses and are very skilled at handling any issues that may arise on your trek.

Q. WHAT ARE THE ACCOMMODATION ARRANGEMENTS ON THE TRACK - E.G. VILLAGE ACCOMMODATION, TENTS ETC?

A. Everyone of our trekkers will have their own individual tent if you are trekking with us. We also endeavour to stay at guest houses along the track and are welcome to stay inside a guest house if you prefer. You do not need to bring a tent!

Q. DO I NEED A PORTER?

Many people ask us do we think they need a porter. It is a difficult question to answer as it is a matter of personal choice. There are many reasons to avail of the services of a porter the most compelling reason is that you are giving employment to someone in PNG.

Q. WHAT WILL THE ADDITIONAL COST OF A PERSONAL PORTER BE?

A. $680.00 - This covers wages, meals, expenses and the return airfare for your personal porter to return to their village.

Q. DO YOU PROVIDE YOUR TREK LEADERS WITH SATELLITE PHONES AND/OR OTHER RELIABLE CONTACT WITH YOUR BASE?

A. We carry a satellite phone on every trek. We also carry a local mobile phones and are in constant communication with our base in Port Moresby and Australia. Your family and friends can also track your progress on our Facebook page and send free text messages to our satellite phone.

Q. WHAT TYPES OF MEALS ARE SUPPLIED ON THE KOKODA TRACK?

A. You will have freshly cooked & prepared meals at breakfast, lunch and dinner by our experienced Kokoda chef! The meals are delicious and nutritious that will give you plenty of energy! In addition all main meals at the hotel are included.

Q. ARE TRACK SNACKS PROVIDED BY KOKODA HISTORICAL OR BY EACH INDIVIDUAL?

A. Yes you will be sent a pack full of snacks to take with you on the trek.

Q. ARE ELECTROLYTE SUPPLEMENTS SUPPLIED BY KOKODA HISTORICAL OR BY EACH INDIVIDUAL?

A. Drink sachets are provided at meal times, these provide sugars and salts for rehydration but you are advised to take your own electrolyte supplements if you wish. However we prefer to take such supplements with food, i.e. treat these substances as mixing up a drink and having it when you eat as opposed to consuming them through your hydration bladder etc. constantly throughout the day. At all meal times including morning & afternoon milo, coffee & tea and cordial will be made available.

Q. WHAT IS YOUR HYDRATION PLAN?

A. Our hydration plan is quite simple, drink to thirst and pee clear twice a day. Ideally your urine should run clear before you go to bed and still be clear when you wake up.

Q. IS IT SAFE TO LEAVE MY PASSPORT AND OTHER VALUABLES AT THE HOTEL IN THE HOTEL'S SAFE DEPOSIT BOX, OR SHOULD YOU KEEP IT WITH YOU ON THE TREK?

A. Yes it is safe to leave your passport and valuables at the hotel in their safe. This is our procedure for all our treks and we have never experienced any problem with our accommodation partners.

Q. DO I NEED TO BRING AN ELECTRICAL CONVERTER TO USE THE POWER SOCKETS AT THE HOTEL?

A. No it is not necessary to bring a power adaptor as the power sockets are the same as those we use in Australia.

Q. WHAT TYPE OF SLEEPING BAG IS RECOMMENDED?

A. Any lightweight sleeping bag is fine. There are a couple of nights on the trek that can get cold depending on the season. We recommend a sleeping bag with a rating of zero.

Q. WHAT SORT OF ILLNESS/INJURIES HAPPEN ON THE TRACK?

A. Some of the common aliments are upset stomachs, dehydration, blisters and scratches on the legs. However trekking the Kokoda Track is a challging activity where accidents can happen. We recommend you exercise caution at all times when trekking and ensure that you have prepared adequately for your trip such as ensuring you have personal travel insurance. Kokoda Historical has a 100% safety record. If you require to be evacuated from your tour/trek we have a plan of action which all of our guides adhere to.