David Robins Walk 2010
The Kokoda Trail, Papua New Guinea
In 2010 David Robins embarked on his most ambitious walk yet to support Connect and people with aphasia.
The Kokoda Trail is a 96 km single file track through the mountains of Papua New Guinea. This trek has a fearsome reputation. It claimed the lives of four walkers in 2009 alone. Read his blog below brought to you by the Inmarsat IsatPhone Pro.
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As the trail ends, David reflects on what has been the hardest physical challenge he has attempted.
On day seven, David passes two more plaques for people who haven't survived the trail.
David faces leech-infested water on day six
Day five and it's an early start to avoid the scorching heat.
Day four - and a relief to be halfway there.
Day three brings two climbs and a rewarding view.
An early start for day two.
On day one, David faces 36 degree temperatures as he climbs the daunting Heartbreak Hill.