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Time: 3 - 4 days, Distance: 60 km
The Kepler Track is another of Fiordland's iconic walks. A 60km round trip that takes 3-4 days but traveller feedback suggests that if you are fit it can be done in less. It involves a steep climb and fantastic alpine views on the tops. Enjoy.
If you are a bit worried about walking on your own, there are several guiding companies that offer great services.
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Organisation |
DOC FiordlandCentral government organisation |
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Location |
South Island ▷ Fiordland ▷ Te Anau |
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Track Duration |
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Track DurationHow long does it take to walk this track on average? 8+ hours (incl overnight) These walks generally have overnight options. And often the track's end point is different from the start point. |
Track Difficulty |
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Track DifficultyConsidering the track's terrain, safety, facilities - how hard is this walk to complete? Moderate walk |
Payment Requirement |
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Payment RequirementIs there a cost for this experience or is it free? Free access/participation The experience costs no money to access or take part in. |
Track Length |
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Track LengthWhat is the physical length of this track? 20km and Beyond |
DOC Track Category |
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DOC Track CategoryWhat type of category does this walking track fall into (as defined by the NZ Department of Conservation)? Great walk/Easy tramping track Moderate day or multi-day tramping/hiking. Track is generally well formed, may be steep, rough or muddy. Suitable for people with moderate fitness. Limited backcountry (remote areas) experience required. Track has signs, poles or markers. Major stream and rivers crossings are bridged. Light tramping/hiking boots required. |
Track Accommodation |
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Track AccommodationWhat type of accommodation is available on this walking track? Hut & Campsite At least one campsite and building is available on this track to stay at overnight. |
Track Managing Organisation |
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Track Managing OrganisationWhat type of organisation operates this walking track? DOC Managed This track is managed by the Department of Conservation. DOC is a New Zealand government organisation. |
Really interesting.
Amazing walk!
Beautiful, varied scenery throughout.
Rainbow Reach to Lake Manapouri.
Did all the track in three days with a tent.
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10/10 | 61 |
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31% |
9/10 | 63 |
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32% |
8/10 | 47 |
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24% |
7/10 | 22 |
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11% |
6/10 | 5 |
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3% |
5/10 | 0 |
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4/10 | 0 |
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3/10 | 1 |
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1% |
2/10 | 0 |
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1/10 | 0 |
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5.0/5
Amazing walk!
Spectacular scenery as we literally walked above the clouds. Friendly rangers and well maintained track. Highly recommended!
Reviewed about 7 years ago and experienced in March 2017
4.5/5
Very wet going over the ridge.
Huts are awesome - fabulous track.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in March 2017
5.0/5
Amazing walk - plenty to photograph, huts are great.
Not a difficult hike.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in February 2017
4.0/5
Little hard, nice forest at the end, nice view.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in February 2017
4.0/5
Beautiful place to hike for 1/2 a day.
Beginning on the Rainbow Bridge. Beware of sandflies.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in December 2016
3.5/5
Nice and sunny the first day but rainy at the second.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in December 2016
4.5/5
Beautiful walk, friendly rangers, nice huts and campsites.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in November 2016
4.5/5
We did a small part of the track.
Very beautiful and easy track.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in November 2016
4.0/5
Great walk with great views of the lake on both sides.
Take care in winter to be well equipped.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in October 2016
4.0/5
Very good walk!
Wonderful views..... but not so much at the lookout.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in October 2016
4.5/5
Unfortunately I could not complete the loop because of bad weather but the part between the control gates and Luxmore Hut were worth the trip.
The view from the top is absolutely wonderful, the track is well marked, the hut is quite comfortable. I just do not understand why we had to pay for a bed before we left Te Anau, as there is not guarantee of a bed on arrival.....
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in October 2016
1.5/5
Too much expense for this trek.
There is a better trek for free.
Reviewed over 10 years ago and experienced in March 2014
5.0/5
Amazing walk!
Spectacular scenery as we literally walked above the clouds. Friendly rangers and well maintained track. Highly recommended!
Reviewed about 7 years ago and experienced in March 2017
4.0/5
Little hard, nice forest at the end, nice view.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in February 2017
5.0/5
Amazing walk - plenty to photograph, huts are great.
Not a difficult hike.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in February 2017
4.5/5
Very wet going over the ridge.
Huts are awesome - fabulous track.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in March 2017
4.0/5
Beautiful place to hike for 1/2 a day.
Beginning on the Rainbow Bridge. Beware of sandflies.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in December 2016
3.5/5
Nice and sunny the first day but rainy at the second.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in December 2016
4.5/5
Unfortunately I could not complete the loop because of bad weather but the part between the control gates and Luxmore Hut were worth the trip.
The view from the top is absolutely wonderful, the track is well marked, the hut is quite comfortable. I just do not understand why we had to pay for a bed before we left Te Anau, as there is not guarantee of a bed on arrival.....
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in October 2016
4.0/5
Great walk with great views of the lake on both sides.
Take care in winter to be well equipped.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in October 2016
4.0/5
Very good walk!
Wonderful views..... but not so much at the lookout.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in October 2016
4.5/5
We did a small part of the track.
Very beautiful and easy track.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in November 2016
4.5/5
Beautiful walk, friendly rangers, nice huts and campsites.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in November 2016
4.0/5
Delightful lakeside walk with breathtaking views of the snow capped mountains.
Flat, easy and very accessible.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in November 2016
4.0/5
We made a day hike to Luxmore Hut!
It was an amazing walk, just the times on the signs were not correct (we needed 3.5 hours instead of 6).
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in November 2016
4.5/5
Amazing views along this challenging track.
Well worth the sore bones!
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in November 2016
4.5/5
Very challenging and rewarding, once you pass the treeline the views are beyond amazing.
The huts provide the warmth and comfort you need to rest your aching legs.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in November 2016
4.0/5
It was planned as a three day trip, but we did it in two days.
Easier than we thought.
Reviewed over 7 years ago and experienced in March 2016
4.5/5
So beautiful, such a nice walk.
Good accommodation and friendly people.
Reviewed almost 8 years ago and experienced in November 2016
4.0/5
The first two hours are heavy and the view is a little the same, but after the two hours, the view is more than great!!
Must do!!
Reviewed almost 8 years ago and experienced in November 2016
4.5/5
Very nice vegetation, just a day trip but many beautiful views.
Reviewed over 8 years ago and experienced in March 2016
4.0/5
Wonderful track with heaps of various terrains.
The only downside was the fact there was only one campsite and the huts were fully booked - a lot of walking for us!! Awesome views though.
Reviewed over 8 years ago and experienced in March 2016
4.0/5
Really good walk.
Awesome views of the Te Anau area. Could be more campsites.
Reviewed over 8 years ago and experienced in March 2016
4.5/5
Beautiful, varied scenery throughout.
We got lucky with the weather, especially during the alpine section. Track was easy to follow and not too crowded, huts were well maintained. Great experience!!
Reviewed over 8 years ago and experienced in March 2016
5.0/5
The path was well maintained with water and toilets along the way.
The huts and hut rangers were lovely and we enjoyed staying there. The hike was strenuous but the view was worth it.
Reviewed over 8 years ago and experienced in March 2016
4.5/5
Huge variety of spectacular scenery!
Track includes views of Fiordland, mountains and lakes, forests and rivers.
Reviewed over 8 years ago and experienced in March 2016
4.5/5
The scenery was absolutely lovely.
The first great walk we did and it was a good decision. It was worth climbing up the hill for the spectacular view!! We saw a lot of Kea.
Reviewed over 8 years ago and experienced in March 2016
4.5/5
I saw sunrise from the summit and met Kea parrots which did want to follow me.
A really interesting experience!
Reviewed over 8 years ago and experienced in March 2016
5.0/5
Huts are well maintained, views were stunning and an excellent cardio workout.
Reviewed over 8 years ago and experienced in January 2016
4.5/5
Far fewer people that on the Routeburn Track.
Easy walking on a well maintained track.
Reviewed over 8 years ago and experienced in February 2016
4.5/5
Very good track when the weather is good.
It is east for everybody.
Reviewed over 8 years ago and experienced in February 2016
5.0/5
Difficult to enjoy at first - it is a long trip up.
Woke up above the clouds. Awesome.
Reviewed over 8 years ago and experienced in February 2016