Kokoda Track

The Kokoda Track extends 96 kilometers through dense rainforest, mountain ranges, and remote villages between Port Moresby and Kokoda in Papua New Guinea.

During World War II from July to November 1942, Australian forces fought against Japanese troops along this track to prevent the invasion of Port Moresby.

Indigenous Koiari and Orokaiva communities maintain their traditional lifestyle along the track, sharing their customs and knowledge with passing trekkers.

The track requires permits, physical preparation, and professional guides to navigate challenging terrain with steep ascents, heavy rainfall, and temperature variations.

Memorial sites and military artifacts remain preserved along the route, creating an outdoor museum that documents the Pacific War campaign.

Location: Papua New Guinea

GPS coordinates: -9.38000,148.40000

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:22