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Getaway Trekking

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Getaway Trekking is Australia’s #1 culturally and ecologically sensitive trek operator, an expert in the Kokoda Track (Kokoda Trail) Our treks in Papua New Guinea (Kokoda Trail/Track, Kapa Kapa-Jaure Track and the Embessa Cultural Trek), Nepal...more
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Reviewed 21 December 2018 via mobile

Was absolutely the best thing I’ve ever done. Definitely needed to train more. It was physically, mentally and emotionally the most challenging thing I’ve ever done. The trek was so well organised and I met an amazing group of people who will be friends for...More

Date of experience: November 2018
Thank Warren0371
Sue F, Owner at Getaway Trekking, responded to this reviewResponded 2 January 2019

We're stoked you had a great time, and we agree that Loz & Jules are awesome trek leaders. Hope to see you trekking with us again!

Reviewed 21 July 2018

Recommended experience for all ages, but do the training, it’s not a walk in the park but it is achievable. The whole experience was everything and more than I expected, we had sunshine, humidity and rain so walked in all conditions, walking in the mud...More

Date of experience: July 2018
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Reviewed 11 May 2018

Have always wanted to do it and I did it. What an incredible journey, just couldn't get enough. Getaway Trekking and their support staff (The Boys) as their referred to made it just so much better, they couldn't do enough for you or anyone else....More

Date of experience: April 2018
Thank Moorey64
Reviewed 28 September 2017

Getaway were amazing, fantastic and professional in all aspects. From the get-go nothing was to much trouble. They changed the date of the trek so that it could time with the 75th anniversary of my grandfathers first action, to keeping in touch to make sure...More

Date of experience: September 2017
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Reviewed 3 July 2017

Just completed my 2nd Kokoda Trail trek with Getaway Trekking. Both treks were just fantastic - well organised, respectful of the history and the villages visited. If you want a life enriching experience - contact Getaway Trekking.

Date of experience: June 2017
Thank David C
Management response:Responded 5 July 2017

Wonderful to hear you had a fantastic time David! We'd be happy to have to back on board for a third time whenever you're ready! ;)

Reviewed 21 November 2016

Getaway Trekking are an amazing organisation! My experience on the Kokoda Trail was absolutely amazing, a trip that i will remember for the rest of my life! An exceptional group of people, with amazing trek leaders and the incredible boys from Papua New Guinea. Every...More

Date of experience: November 2016
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Reviewed 3 November 2016

Having always been on my bucket list of tracks to hike, Kokoda didn't disappoint. The walking conditions were ideal and with constant support and guidance from the Trek Master, Guides and Personal Carriers the 8 days were enjoyable. The track is challenging, even without the...More

Date of experience: October 2016
1  Thank Goochieboy
Reviewed 21 August 2016

Three of us from the USA joined a group of Australians for a south to north trek on Kokoda. Since we came from overseas, Getaway helped us to iron out all the details months ahead of time. The two trek leaders were exceptional. They went...More

Date of experience: June 2016
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Reviewed 11 August 2016

Exceptional Company! Every aspect of this adventure was professionally planned and executed. From initial inquiries to the final night in Port Moresby, I could not fault the efforts of Getaway Travel. I particularly commend this Australian based outfit for the manner in which they treat...More

Date of experience: July 2016
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Reviewed 1 August 2016

I recently returned from trekking the Kokoda Track with a school group. Planning for this took some time given the intense scrutiny of the Department of Education into the risk management process but Getaway Trekking were extremely helpful throughout this entire process. I must pay...More

Date of experience: July 2016
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