THE FINAL WORD To all our Kokoda trekkers and followers. For twenty years Back Track has successfully trekked the Kokoda Track, having sent thousands of Australians on this once in a lifetime pilgrimage. Therefore, it is with much sadness that we announce that effective immediately, we are ceasing all trekking […]
By Anna Cochrane – Team 16, 2018 In November of 2016, I decided to set the goal of doing one of, if not the hardest, jungle treks in the world! This set me on a path of training, training and more training. All the feedback I had from friends or […]
The Kokoda Track, or, Trail is popularly known and regarded as the 96 kilometre (60 mile) single file Track with a straight line distance of 60 kilometres (37 miles). The Track traverses the beautiful and rugged Owen Stanley Mountain Range commencing at Kokoda Village on the North side of the […]
The Kokoda Track, or, Trail is popularly known and regarded as the 96 kilometer (60 mile) single file track with a straight line distance of 60 kilometers (37 miles). The Track runs through the beautiful and rugged Owen Stanley Mountain Range commencing at Kokoda Village on the North side of […]
The Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels by Sapper Bert Beros Many a mother in Australia, When the busy day is done, Sends a prayer to the Almighty For the keeping of her son, Asking that an Angel guide him And bring him safely back Now we see those prayers are answered Up […]
At Back Track we employ professional trek leaders, ensuring a safe and informed holiday. Your trek leaders will explain the history at all the battle sites, give you an insight in to the culture of the people living in the villages and keep you well informed about each days objectives […]
New and exciting Kokoda campaign information comes from unexpected sources. A member of our Brisbane staff recently discovered that his father was involved in a particularly savage battle in early 1943, fought over many days on a lonely section of road beyond Popendetta towards Sanananda. This action took place during […]
We have long held the belief that trekking the Kokoda Track should be an adventure holiday, a cultural and historical insight, as well as a physical and mental challenge. We believe that a sensible approach to trekking allows for time to stop and enjoy the villages and the culture as […]
A team of Doctors, in conjunction with the Kokoda Track Authority, have recently returned from the Kokoda Track with a wealth of research information. Over 185 trekkers on Anzac Day treks volunteered to give a blood sample to the research teams who were strategically placed at Iorobaiwa and Isurava . […]
Looking for a little rest time before you go back to work after your Kokoda Trail Trek? Just off the coast of Port Moresby is Loloata Island resort. It has been a getaway destination for many years for ex pats living in Port Moresby. The friendly staff from Loloata will […]
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