INCLUSIONS & EQUIPMENT

INCLUSIONS

Independent Group
Australian leaders ranging from ex-SAS, Life Coach, Key Note Speaker and Leadership & Team Builders
3 Month training and preparation program
International Airfares and accommodation
PNG Domestic flight
Shooting range fees and ammunition
All meals on the track
Qualified Medic
Family adventure day on the Maritime Warrior yacht based on the Gold Coast (family voucher valid for 1 year)

Airfares & Accommodation

International economy class airfares to Port Moresby from Brisbane (7kg carry on + 17kg checked luggage)
PNG domestic flight from Port Moresby to Popondetta in DASH aircraft
Pre-paid departure taxes from Australia and PNG
Airport/accommodation transfers in PNG
Package travel insurance (individual coverage subject to approval)
Twin share accommodation in Port Moresby
Adventure accommodation - guesthouses/tents (twin share)
eXtreme Cuisine (TM) nutritionally balanced, energy appropriate trekking meals and snacks
We provide all trek meals, including breakfast, lunch and dinner whilst on the track. Breakfast and evening meals are supplemented with local fresh vegetables and fruit, when available. We also cater for special dietary requirements at no extra cost.
Please contact us if you would like specific information about our trek menus

Australian leadership (refer to Leaders & Guides tab for details)

All vehicle transfers

The start & finish of the Kokoda Track
Hotel to & from Bomana War Cemetery to pay our respects to those who fought for the freedoms we enjoy today
Vehicle to and from the range.

Kokoda Track Authority - licence fees and trekking permits

Porter Airfares, Insurance, Food and Accommodation

General

Group expedition equipment including:
Tents; cooking equipment; ropes; safety equipment; communication equipment (including satellite phone, Radios, Epirb); etc
Certificate of completion
High Quality t-shirt
History reference booklet to take on the Kokoda Track and keep as a memento
Subject to accessibility, GPS Spot tracking updates which enables family and friends to follow your journey along the Kokoda Track. This can also be used for our Maritime Warrior supporters to track the team.

he following personal items and expenses are not included in this package.

Travel Expenses

Australian Domestic airfares and accommodation
Passport
Personal expenses in Port Moresby (including Hotel meals on last day of the trip)
Airline charges for excess baggage - limit of 17kg personal luggage allowed

Personal items

trekking boots and premium trekking socks
appropriate clothing, footwear and hat
eating utensils (bowl, cup, knife, fork, spoon)
toiletries and towel
Basic personal first-aid kit, including insect repellent and pharmaceutical items

Medical Expenses

Pre trek preparation and associated medical costs (including, but not limited to
obtaining medical clearance, required prior to commencing the training program)
Malarial medication and any prescription medications recommended by your doctor

Port Moresby / Hotel meals

Guests staying at the Gateway Hotel can pre-book meal packages being a buffet-style dinner (first night of trip) & 2 x Continental breakfasts (first and last morning of trip).
If you don't pre book there are a number of food venders within the confines of the hotel facility to cater for all budgets.
The final night we've been invited by Aaron who's the GM of the Royal Papua Yacht Club for an expat dinning experience.
There are a number of food venders on either side of customs on departure.

Other Expenses:

We recommend trekkers take approximately $150-$200AUD to exchange on arrival in Port Moresby for incidentals which are not included in the package. For example
Subject to availability, additional fresh fruit and drinks can be purchased from local villagers along the track, if desired
Handmade crafts and souvenirs can also be purchased from numerous villages along the track

Note: a comprehensive equipment checklist is provided to participants, upon receipt of the deposit and prior to commencing the training program.