South Island

Kepler Track

60.1km
3-4 days
Challenging

About This Track

A spectacular loop track offering everything Fiordland has to offer: stunning alpine ridgelines with 360-degree panoramic views, pristine beech forests, wetlands, and beautiful lake shores. One of the most diverse and accessible Great Walks.

Track Highlights

Luxmore Saddle alpine panoramas

360-degree mountain views

Lake Te Anau shoreline

Luxmore Caves

Iris Burn waterfall

Day by Day Itinerary

1
Te Anau to Luxmore Hut

Steady climb through beech forest to the bushline, with optional Luxmore Cave visit.

Accommodation: Luxmore Hut (54 bunks)
2
Luxmore Hut to Iris Burn Hut

Spectacular alpine ridge walk with incredible 360-degree mountain views.

Accommodation: Iris Burn Hut (50 bunks)
3
Iris Burn Hut to Moturau Hut

Descend through forest to wetlands and continue to Lake Manapouri.

Accommodation: Moturau Hut (40 bunks)
4
Moturau Hut to Te Anau

Follow the beautiful Waiau River and Lake Te Anau shoreline back to the start.

Accommodation: End of track

Huts & Campsites

Luxmore Hut
hut
Iris Burn Hut
hut
Moturau Hut
hut
Brod Bay Campsite
campsite
Iris Burn Campsite
campsite