Kokoda Trail Consultations
The Kokoda Trail is one of the world’s most rewarding adventures — but it’s also physically demanding and medically challenging. At The Travel Prac, we provide telehealth and video call consultations to make sure you’re fully prepared before you set foot on the track. With years of experience as an emergency and primary care nurse practitioner and a Kokoda trek medic, Ben knows exactly what trekkers need to reduce risks and stay safe.
Education Session & Consultation
1) Attend an online live education session covering – 1 hour via Teams
- This session is completely free and voluntary; in no way are you obligated to use “The Travel Prac” for your medical clearance.
The education session covers the following:
- Medic service provided
- Immunisation recommendations
- Malaria Prophylaxis Recommendations
- Emergency medication recommendations
- Personal first aid recommendations
- General health education and advice – foot care, insect bite prevention, musculoskeletal injury prevention, sleep, and hydration.
- Questions
For eduation sessions, contact us directly and we will organise a time for you to attend.
2) Book a Consultation
Pre-Consultation
Once your appointment is booked, you will be sent a pre-consultation intake form and consent/declaration form. Please complete this and return it via email 72 hours prior to your appointment.
Initial Video Telehealth Consultation – 20-30 minutes
- Review the past medical condition, current medication and allergies
- Discuss immunisation, malaria prophylaxis, and Emergency medication recommendations and provide a script based on individual needs and Preferences.
- Complete and sign off on the Kokoda Courage medical clearance form.
- The initial consultation cost is $82.50
Follow-up Video Telehealth Consultation – 10-15 minutes – If required
- You may need a follow-up consultation for blood test results, additional scripts, or to discuss any further questions/concerns you may have
- Cost of follow-up consultation is $51.25
Please directly contact us for bookings at this time. Online bookings will available soon.
What you’ll come away with
- A clear, written plan for immunisations, malaria prophylaxis, and medicines
- A custom first-aid kit list built for Kokoda conditions
- Fitness and foot-care guidance (hydration, blister prevention, wound care)
- Medical clearance (if required by your trek provider)
Why choose The Travel Prac?
First-hand Kokoda experience
Ben has trekked the Kokoda Trail multiple times as a medic.
Tailored for trekkers
Advice specific to Kokoda’s conditions, climate, and health risks.
Convenient and accessible
Consultations via telehealth, no matter where you are in Australia.
Ready to Start Your Adventure?
Book your Kokoda consultation today!
Step onto the track with confidence, knowing you’re medically prepared for the challenge ahead.