Kepler Track Heli-Hike & Lake Cruise from Te Anau

Combine a scenic flight, an easy-to-follow hike and a short boat cruise through Fiordland's wilderness. Experience the landscape from above and at ground level, with time on foot to take in the native forest.

• Explore limestone caves along the way if you choose; bring a torch to see inside

Itinerary

1. Depart from the lakeside base in Te Anau and fly over Lake Te Anau before landing at a mountain tarn.
2. Continue to Luxmore Hut for your drop-off. Take in views over the remote Kepler Mountains before beginning your hike along the Kepler Track toward Lake Te Anau.
3. Follow the well-formed track downhill through native beech forest to Brod Bay on the shores of Lake Te Anau.
4. Board a boat at Brod Bay for the short cruise back to town.

What's Included

• 30-minute helicopter flight
• Track map
• Full safety briefing
• In-flight commentary highlighting points of interest

Important details

• During the Great Walks Season, helicopter landings at Luxmore Hut are permitted only between 10am and 3pm.