Kepler Track: Walking and tramping in Fiordland National Park, Lake Manapouri area, Lake Te Anau area

View from the Kepler Track
PHOTO: John Strother ©

Kepler Track

Introduction

Vast tussock-covered ridgelines and spectacular alpine vistas contrast with peaceful lakeside and valley beech forest in this wilderness adventure.

Highlights

All drone use must be authorised by DOC

A concession is required to use a drone on conservation land. 

  • Explore the fascinating Luxmore Caves

  • Take in alpine tussock grasslands and views of Lake Te Anau.

  • Walk to Iris Burn Falls

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2018/2019 bookings

Bookings are open for trips from 23 October 2018 - 30 April 2019.

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Track overview

60 km loop

Walking and tramping

3-4 days Intermediate: Great Walk/Easier tramping track

Seasonal restrictions

In the Great Walks season (23 October 2018 - 30 April 2019):

  • Bookings are required for huts and campsites
  • Huts have gas cooking stoves and resident wardens

Outside the Great Walks season (1 May 2018 - 22 October 2018):

  • Facilities are greatly reduced
  • Avalanche risk exists
  • Experience is required
  • Bookings are not required - huts and campsites are first come, first served

Dog access

No dogs

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Contacts

Te Rua-o-te-moko / Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
Phone:   +64 3 249 7924
Email:   fiordlandvc@doc.govt.nz
Address:   Fiordland National Park
Visitor Centre
Lakefront Drive
Te Anau 9600
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