Why Trek with Australian Battlefield Treks and Tours?

The Kokoda Trail is far more than a trek – it is a journey through one of Australia’s most significant battlefields and a place where courage, endurance mateship and sacrifice shaped our nation’s history. Choosing the right trekking company will define your Kokoda experience.

At Australian Battlefield Treks and Tours, we combine professional military leadership, expert battlefield interpretation and a genuine commitment to honouring the Australian and Papuan stories of Kokoda.

Our Trek Leader, Major Scott Babington, brings more than 40 years of service in the Australian Defence Force, including operational deployments with the United Nations in Sudan as a Military Observer and alongside the US 82nd Airborne Division and 3rd Infantry Division in Afghanistan. Scott has been leading treks across Kokoda since 2018, providing trekkers with an experience that is both historically immersive and professionally managed.

Our treks bring the campaign to life. At key battle sites, we use military-style mud models on the actual ground where Australian and Japanese forces fought. These interactive battlefield briefings allow trekkers to understand the tactics, the challenges and the extraordinary bravery displayed by those who fought along the Trail, creating a deeper appreciation of the history beneath their feet.

Safety and preparation are at the core of everything we do. Our carefully planned itineraries, experienced leadership, quality equipment and comprehensive pre-trek preparation ensure that you can focus on the experience rather than the logistics. We maintain small group sizes to provide personalised support and foster a strong sense of teamwork throughout the journey.

We are equally committed to respecting the people of Papua New Guinea. Through strong relationships with local communities and our PNG support team, we deliver treks that are culturally respectful while directly supporting the villages and people who continue to preserve the legacy of Kokoda.

Whether your goal is to challenge yourself physically, follow in the footsteps of Australian soldiers, honour the service of a family member or gain a deeper understanding of one of Australia’s defining campaigns, Australian Battlefield Treks and Tours provides an authentic, safe and meaningful Kokoda experience.

Walk the Trail. Understand the Battles. Honour their Legacy.