Kokoda Adventure
Walking the historical Kokoda Track is more than just a physical challenge. It is a mental, emotional and spiritual journey that provides a unique insight into an inspiring culture and our military history. People come back bolder, more courageous and more grateful for what they have. Life is never the same after you've walked the Kokoda Track. It's a life changing wilderness experience.
KOKODA INFO NIGHT COMING UP
For more details about up coming information nights, please contact:
wayne@freespiritadventures.com.au
We limit our group sizes to a maximum of 15 to minimise impact on the environment and villages and to maximise your experience and safety. Our guides are trained in wilderness first aid and remote area emergency response skills. Everyone of the 100's of individuals we have taken across the Kokoda Track so far, have completed the journey and enjoyed it.
We also provide a thorough insight into the military history; visiting numerous battle sites and places of significance along the track where we take time out to pay our respects at these sacred places.
Most of our treks are scheduled from August to October each year as this avoids the busy periods around Anzac week; it is a more favourable time of year weather wise and from a historical significance point of view, it coincides with the anniversary of most of the major battles between Kokoda, Isurava and Brigade Hill. Other dates can be arranged for exclusive groups on request.
2012 TREKS
Isurava 70th Anniversary Trek: August 20th - September 2nd
Brigade Hill / Mission Ridge 70th Anniversary Trek: September 3rd - September 16th
Kokoda & Beyond - Cultural Trek: August 23rd - September 2nd (see additional info below)
Charity Trek - Balya Cancer Retreat Centre: July 28th - August 10th
(see additional information below for more details)
Having taken 100's of people ranging in age from 14 to 74yrs on the journey so far; we've come to understand that anyone can do it with the right preparation and enjoy the experience. The biggest lesson we've learnt is that our perceived limits are self-imposed. Our unique preparation program prepares you mentally, physically and emotionally so that you get the most out of the experience and take away valuable lessons that have a positive impact on your personal and professional life.
Our 'Remote Adventure Preparation' Program includes:
- Planning Sessions
- Life Balance Assessment
- Kokoda Specific Conditioning Prescription
- Group Preparation Walks
- 2 Day Pre-trek Team Building Expedition
The program runs over several months and culminates with the team expedition weekend just before the Kokoda trip. Our trekkers often comment on how valuable this program is in terms of preparation for the Kokoda challenge and their own personal development.
"Last weekend was so incredible! Can't find the accurate superlative to tell you how much I enjoyed it. Thank you, thank you, thank you! " Pam Beal
In September 2011 we were privileged to have Paul Ashenden - Deputy Editor of Adelaide's 'Advertiser' newspaper, travelling with us along the Kokoda Track and through to the northern beaches of Gona, Sanananda and Buna. Paul's daily reports typify the Kokoda Journey and provide a unique insight into the history, the environment and the culture. Please click here to see an interactive map including historical notes, daily journal and photos.
Click here to listen to an ABC Radio Interview with Free Spirit Guide - Wayne Enright
For a detailed review of one of our Kokoda treks from a clients perspective, please visit Steve's Kokoda Trek Blog
New Coffee Table Book:' Kokoda - A Journey of the Spirit'
An inspiring book with hundreds of the best photos we have taken on the Kokoda Track over the years. This beautifully finished book includes photos, information, inspiring quotes and poetic words that illustrate the journey, the history, the culture and the breathtaking scenery of the Kokoda Track.
Please click here for a Preview
Download an Order Form for one or more copies.
Corporate Team & Leadership Treks
We can also facilitate team & leadership development programs, incorporating a Kokoda trek. Please visit www.healthyteams.com.au for more information about our corporate programs.
Community Projects
Each year we like to give back to the communities along the Kokoda Track and through to the coast at Buna. This year and in 2011 we are supporting a Community Health Project sponsored by Legacy and the Kokoda Track Foundation. In 2010 we also supported volunteers to assist at Waju Medical Aid Post and to provide business coaching for micro-business development.
See below for more details or visit our FSA Giving Back page.
Please see Additional Information below for Trek dates, inclusions, prices, itinerary, history, FAQs and Guide Profile.
Additonal Information
2012 Treks
Isurava 70th Anniversary Trek: August 20th - September 2nd - in honour of the 39th and 2/14th Battalions who fought at the Battle of Isurava between 26-30 August 1942. We will have a dawn service at the Isurava Memorial on the morning of August 28th.
Brigade Hill / Mission Ridge 70th Anniversary Trek: September 3rd - September 16th.
In honour of the 2/14th, 2/16th and 2/27th Battalions who fought at Brigade Hill and Mission Ridge between 6-8 September 1942. We will have a dawn service at Brigade Hill on Sept 8th.
To inquire about 70th Anniversary Treks in 2012, please contact us
'Kokoda & Beyond' - Cultural Trek: August 23rd - September 2nd.
This trek is for those who have walked the Kokoda Trail before and would like to return for the 70th Anniversary Dawn Service at Isurava as well as visiting the other side of the Eora Creek Valley where the 53rd and 2/16th Battalions fought near the village of Abuari. This trek starts at Kokoda and crosses the valley from Deniki to Fela Before heading south to Abuari. We will visit the giant Mayoka Waterfall and Eora Creek battle sites before joining other Aussies at Isurava for a dawn service. We then travel from Kokoda to the coastal villages of Gona, Sanananda and Buna for a more in depth experience of Orokaiva culture.
Download a flyer about this unique trek
Price and Inclusions for 'Kokoda & Beyond' Package
Charity Trek - to raise funds for the Balya Cancer Retreat Appeal.
Balya Cancer Retreat Appeal Trek: July 28th - August 10th, 2012.
*Please note: Perth trekkers depart Perth on the night of the 27th and fly up to Pt Moresby on the morning of July 28th. Trekkers from other states depart on the 28th.
If you would like to attend our next information night, please contact us.
If you would like to join one of the above treks, register now.
The following forms are needed to create a booking according to the instruction on the Bookings page;
The following are checklists of training or gear you may need in preparation for you adventure. To learn more about our preparation services see here.
Legacy Kokoda Trekkers Information
We support the people of PNG in a numbers of ways. This year we are running treks in conjunction with Legacy Kokoda Trekkers in support of the Kokoda Track Foundation's 'Adopt n Angel' Program. Each trekker makes a contribution to the education of a child in PNG. See our 'About Us - FSA Giving Back page for more information.
Legacy Kokoda Trekkers - 2012 Trek Dates:
August 20 - September 2nd.
September 3 - 16th.
For anything not covered above, Contact us for more information.