Kokoda Track

Life in the Jungle: What the Soldiers Faced Daily The Kokoda Campaign wasn’t just fought against an enemy force — it was fought against the jungle itself. In this episode of The Kokoda Track Podcast , Glenn Azar explores what daily life was really like for Australian soldiers living and fighting in the Papua New Guinea jungle during World War II. Moving beyond famous battles and heroic...

Feet, Fatigue & Friction: The Real Enemy on Kokoda Most Kokoda treks don’t unravel because of fitness or motivation — they unravel because of feet. In this episode of  The Kokoda Track Podcast , Glenn Azar breaks down why foot issues are the most common trek-ending problem on Kokoda, and why fatigue and friction quietly amplify small problems into major ones. Drawing on m...

The Terrain That Decided the War On the Kokoda Track, the terrain wasn’t just the setting — it was an enemy in its own right. In this episode of The Kokoda Track Podcast , Glenn Azar explores how the Owen Stanley Range and the dense Papua New Guinea jungle shaped every aspect of the Kokoda Campaign. Drawing on military history and modern on-Track experience, Glenn explains why movement...

How Hard Is Kokoda… Really? (An Honest Answer) “How hard is Kokoda?” is one of the most common questions asked by people considering the Track — and one of the most misunderstood. In this episode of The Kokoda Track Podcast , Glenn Azar gives an honest, experience-based answer drawn from more than 90 crossings of the Kokoda Track. Rather than focusing only on steep climbs...

One of the most common questions Glenn is asked is simple: “Are you leading my trek?” In this episode, Glenn explains why he doesn’t lead every Kokoda trek anymore — and why that should give you confidence , not concern. Adventure Professionals is no longer built around one person. It’s built around exceptional leaders , high standards, and a deep respect for the land...

There comes a point where you stop trying to explain yourself in fragments — and you decide to say it once, clearly . This episode is that moment. Whether you’re listening via The Kokoda Track Podcast or The Building Better Humans Project Podcast , this episode lays the foundation for everything that follows. Not a hype reel. Not motivation for motivation’s sake. But a clear line...

Wantok: What It Really Means and Why It Matters on Kokoda Wantok is more than a word — it’s a way of life. In this episode of The Kokoda Track Podcast , Glenn Azar explores the cultural heart of Papua New Guinea and explains why understanding Wantok is essential for anyone walking the Kokoda Track. Drawing on decades of experience and more than 90 crossings, Glenn shares stories from v...

Isurava: Courage, Fear, and the Moment That Changed Everything Isurava is more than a campsite on the Kokoda Track — it is a place where the spirit of the campaign was forged. In this episode of The Kokoda Track Podcast , Glenn Azar takes listeners deep into the story of Isurava, where outnumbered and exhausted Australian soldiers were ordered to hold back the Japanese advance through the Ow...

What People Don’t Realise About Kokoda Until It’s Too Late Most people think they know what makes the Kokoda Track hard. They expect steep climbs, jungle heat, and physical exhaustion. But those who have actually walked Kokoda know the real challenge runs far deeper. In this opening episode of The Kokoda Track Podcast , Glenn Azar — founder and lead guide of Adventure Professiona...

As we head into 2026, The Kokoda Track Podcast is evolving. Until now, this podcast has largely focused on interviews with people who have trekked the Kokoda Track and shared their personal experiences. Those stories still matter — and they’re not going anywhere — but it’s time to broaden the conversation. In this episode, Glenn Azar outlines a new direction for the podcast...

The Kokoda Track Podcast: Your Questions Answered Are you preparing for the adventure of a lifetime on the Kokoda Track? In this informative episode, host Glenn Azar addresses three critical questions from a future trekker that many potential hikers wonder about but rarely ask. From the practical aspects of food and meal timing on the track to managing illness in the jungle and surviving the infam...

The Kokoda Track Podcast dives into the experiences of those who have trekked this iconic trail in Papua New Guinea. In this episode, host Glenn interviews Caine, an adventure leader in training, about his perspectives from completing the track multiple times. Get an inside look at Caine's evolving journey on the Kokoda Track, from his first trek for mental health to leading groups and passing on...

This episode is different. It's not about Australian battalions, tactics or commanders. It's about the people who walked beside the diggers. The quiet heroes. The ones who didn't carry rifles, but carried lives. Today, we're talking about the Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels.  ADVENTURE WITH US KOKODA FIT TREK KOKODA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we sit with Heidi for Part 2 of our ANZAC Leaders Reflections.  🌿 Connection to History and Culture What does the military history of Kokoda mean to you personally? How do you help others connect with the story of Kokoda while they’re trekking? What do you think trekkers should know before they come to understand Kokoda beyond the physical challenge? 🌍 Advice for Future Trekkers...

I sat down with Adventure Leader Heidi and asked her these nine questions:  🔍 Experience and Motivation 1. What first inspired you to trek the Kokoda Track? 2. What keeps bringing you back to Kokoda year after year? 3. How has your view of Kokoda changed from your first trek to now? 🧠 Lessons and Growth 4. What’s one of the biggest lessons Kokoda has taught you—about yourself or...

In this episode, we’re going to take a deeper dive into the terrain, geography, and physical demands of the Kokoda Track—arguably one of the most formidable battlegrounds in Australian military history. For anyone preparing to walk this track today, or simply seeking to understand what our soldiers endured in 1942, this episode will give you a real sense of what they were up against. I...

Hey Everyone,  I finally got to take my partner, and PNG national, Mili Saul to Kokoda. This is her experience.  KOKODA FITNESS ADVENTURE PROFESSIONALS See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's easy to think if the Kokoda Campaign as a chapter in a history book. But when you walk the track - when you feel the mud under your boots and the weight of history in the air - you realise this story is alive. It lives in every ridge, every village, every monument.  It lives in the people.  DO KOKODA WITH GLENN FITNESS FOR KOKODA  ADVENTURE WITH GLENN See omnystudio.com/listene...

For years this show has been built on interviews from the track. That's not changing - but now we're going deeper.  Deeper into the history.  Deeper into the battles.  Deeper into the country, the people and the lessons Kokoda teaches us.  Whether you're preparing to trek the Track or simply want to understand why this place matters, this podcast is now your definitive resource...

Heidi and Glenn are back with even more answers to the most common FAQ's around the Kokoda Track. :-)  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Heidi and myself answer some FAQ's which will hopefully help you in your Kokoda prep.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I have a quick announcement for the upcoming ANZAC Kokoda period.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I am sitting down with Adventure Professionals trek leader Heidi and we're chatting all things Kokoda, preparation for a double crossing, ANZAC and everything in between. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are back for the 2025 season of The Kokoda Track Podcast.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An update on the current closure along the Kokoda Track in PNG and thoughts on whether or not it will reopen for 2025.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.