Trekking

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Papua New Guinea

TREKKING IN PAPUA NEW GUINEA

Walk across the backbone of Papua New Guinea, summit the country’s highest peak, and explore wilderness tracks in volcano country.

Though our main towns are not completely connected by road, you can get anywhere in Papua New Guinea on foot. Our magnificent trails and tributaries offer a range of intensities for you to tackle at your own pace making this an ideal destination for trekking and bushwalking. From just a few hours’ hike to eight plus days of trekking in the jungle, Papua New Guinea has something for every level of fitness.

The Triple-threat Treks

The Kokoda Track

Known as one of the world’s most spectacular and challenging treks, the Kokoda Track is one to take on as the experience of a lifetime. Renowned as the location of the World War II battle between Japanese and Australian forces in 1942, this 96km track will take you from Kokoda village through the rugged mountainous terrain of the Owen Stanley ranges to Owers’ Corner.

The eight to ten day Kokoda Track has become a pilgrimage for many trekkers, connecting with the land and paying respect to the soldiers who fought and died here. Delve deep into the dark history of the area and immerse yourself in the customs and culture along the track.

Secure your permit to trek here through the Kokoda Track Authority.

The Highlands region is famous for its tall mountains, with scores of readily accessible peaks. Mt Wilhelm, at 4,509m, is the most popular target for mountain climbers in Papua New Guinea with good road access to Kegsugl village from Kundiawa and National Park huts for climbers to stay in. Though it’s easy to access, Mt Wilhelm is far from an easy climb, and you should always use a guide, which can be arranged through your hostel or the PNG Trekking Association.

If you’re looking for a great, uncrowded adventure, trek though a pristine jungle environment along the Lark Force Wilderness Track in East New Britain province. The Track is regarded as one of the most accessible in Papua New Guinea, but don’t let that fool you. It contains significant challenges on its four-day 60km trek from Arabam to Tol Memorial at the Tol Plantation. You’ll set up camp in villages along the way, including at Lamingi and Adler Bay, and experience the local culture and learn about the area’s fascinating World War II history. The track memorialises the Australian Army’s escape route when invading Japanese forces outnumbered them in 1941.

Trekking Locations
Region: Papua Region location: Central Province
Adventure Kokoda is owned by Charlie Lynn, an Australian who is committed to the legacy of Kokoda Track commemorating the deeds of Australian veterans and the Papua New Guineans involved in the Kokoda Campaign of World War Two. The primary objective of Adventure Kokoda is to lead trekkers safely across the Kokoda Trail and ensure...
Region: Papua Region location: Central Province
Australian Kokoda Tours is a family owned business, having run treks over Kokoda sine 2006. Australian Kokoda Tours, only treks Kokoda therefore all our attention and energy are focussed on your trek. We take pride in our treks and our record, both on and off the track and only stay in the quality, safe 5...
Region: Papua Region location: Central Province
At Back Track Adventures we are passionate about travel – and we’re even more passionate about taking you on great adventures around the world – whether you like to trek, explore, sight-see, learn, dine or whatever your adventure might be, we’re out there. Established in 1984 Back Track Adventures has been sending clients on holidays...
location: Northern Province
Back Track Adventures is composed of a team of professional Australian trek leaders and a local trekking crew from villages along the Kokoda Track. The company offers treks of Kokoda on an 11-day itinerary, including nine days of walking, allowing time to take in all of the significant historical sites at a sensible pace. For...
Region: Islands Region location: West New Britain Province
Baia Sportfishing caters to all types of groups. Whether you are after the perfect family holiday, cultural experience or an epic fishing adventure, Baia Sporfishing can cater to make your experience a memorable one. Opened in 2004, Baia Sportfishing in West New Britain Province offers an eco-tourism destination where anglers can catch the Mighty Papuan Black Bass and Spottail Bass....
location: Nationwide
Battle Tours and Historical Travel is Australia’s largest battle and historical tour company offering Kokoda tours as well as tour extensions to visit Milne Bay and Rabaul. Itineraries can be designed to suit every time frame and budget. For further information and bookings, email: sales@battletours.com.au or phone 1300 768 478
Best Of Png Diving Kimbe September 2014 4
location: Overseas
Best of PNG, a subsidiary of Indigo Safari’s Limited, creates tailor-made itineraries to the four best dive resorts in Papua New Guinea, like: Tufi, Lissenung, Rapopo, Walindi (and the liveaboards FeBrina, Oceania, and Golden Dawn), as well as cultural trips, Highland sing-sings, Sepik River mini-expeditions, outrigger safaris, bird watching and mountain treks. Using our expertise and local knowledge,...
location: Nationwide
Warum mit uns? Weil wir Ihre Traumreise finden! 25 Jahre Erfahrung, persönliche Beratung und starke Partner: Wer mit Boomerang Reisen reist, reist mit den Profis. Insgesamt 80 Experten sorgen dafür, dass Sie Ihre Traumreise verwirklichen – an den schönsten Orten dieser Welt. Wir haben das riesige Privileg, für unsere Kunden und Freunde teils lebenslang gehegte...
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