Preparing for the Kokoda Trail

Trekking the Kokoda Track is a challenging, unforgettable adventure that tests both physical and mental endurance. Because the route runs through some of the world’s most remote jungle, a proper medical review and planning before you go is essential. That’s where we come in.

Be prepared for Kokoda

At The Travel Prac, our goal is to help you start your trek confident, informed, and medically ready. We cover:

• Pre-trip medical assessment and clearance
• Immunisation checks and recommendations
• Malaria prophylaxis discussion and tailored medication advice
• Prescriptions for appropriate travel and emergency medications
• First-aid kit guidance and packing recommendations

Our Travel Medicine Nurse Practitioner, Ben, has completed the Kokoda Track multiple times as a trek medic—treating both trekkers and local communities. He brings first-hand, practical insight into what’s needed before, during and after your trip.

How it works

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)