Kepler Track Heli Hike: Scenic Helicopter Flight and Guided Alpine Hike

Experience the breathtaking Kepler Track with a scenic helicopter flight to Luxmore Hut, followed by a guided alpine hike. Descend through native beech forest and enjoy a water taxi ride back to Te Anau.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kepler Track - Embark on an unforgettable journey starting with a breathtaking helicopter ride to Luxmore Hut, soaring over the mesmerizing Lake Te Anau before landing alongside the Kepler Track. Traverse through the alpine tussock field, soaking in the panoramic mountain vistas, and if weather permits, venture higher above the hut for an elevated…
What's Included
  • Helicopter flight to Luxmore Hut on the Kepler Track
  • Water taxi across Lake Te Anau
  • Local, experienced, nature guide
  • Te Anau accommodation pick up and drop off
  • Walking poles and rain jackets provided if required
  • Safety and communication equipment carried by guide
  • Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
Additional Information

Take an unforgettable journey with our awe-inspiring guided day experience on the Kepler Track. Start off in style with a scenic helicopter flight to Luxmore Hut. Feel the rush of excitement as you soar above the rugged landscape, treated to breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and the serene expanse of Lake Te Anau.
Upon arrival at Luxmore…

Location
Fiordland Community Events Centre
Luxmore Drive
If you have not selected your accommodation please meet us at the Event Center, there is plenty of free all day parking here for any vehicle. Please wait on the steps of the facility, or where we can see you, thank you.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
5.0
(34 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
H0riz0n
Apr 8, 2026
One of the most memorable experiences of our time in New Zealand! - My husband and I just completed the 3 day Fiordland walk package! This beautifully curated hiking package offers something for everyone - hiking to magnificent scenic vistas, a helicopter flight, boat cruise, seamless organisation for each trip, delicious lunches. It is simply worth every cent. We are both in our 60s with reasonable fitness and thoroughly enjoyed each hike. For those not wanting the 4-5 day hike this absolutely the best option. The guides - Maddy, Geoff and Olivia were fun, capable and we knew we were in safe hands. This company offers something unique and very special. Don’t hesitate to book the 3 day Fiordland hike experience!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Global20039365607
Mar 28, 2026
A great taste of the Kepler Track - A fantastic well organised day trip on the Kepler track. Perfect weather made for wonderful views from the Luxmore hut( where we landed in the helicopter ) and above. Very informative guides and a tasty packed lunch made for a great day in the mountains . Shelley A
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Merediths73
Mar 26, 2026
Kepler made easy - This walk was just perfect. Katie is an exceptional guide, and all the arrangements were seamless
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Prq6392xl
Mar 15, 2026
Great hiking tour - Amazing experience. The guide was experimented. I would do it again.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
P7724wvjohnf
Mar 13, 2026
Great day trip with fab guides - Exciting heli ride, amazing views, great group, friendly, responsible and very informative guides, lovely return on the water taxi! Thoroughly enjoyed and recommend
Review provided by Tripadvisor
T6664vylynnn
Feb 24, 2026
Great experience! Just book it! - Short heli ride to the Luxmore Hut, then a moderate hike up to the basin with beautiful views. Hike back down to the Hut where we lunched before heading down through the forest to the beach. Very friendly guides and a very organized operation. It was a great day!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Elainap417
Dec 3, 2025
Professional & Caring service on a remarkable journey - What a remarkable experience! Trips & Tramps guides (Olivia & Katie) were so organised, knowledgable and friendly. I travelled solo and felt safe the entire time. Olivia and Katie provided such a professional & caring experience. At one point my hands were freezing on the hike up to Kepler, Olivia gave me both of her gloves and went without! What a legend! I highly recommend doing the 3 day Kepler. Routeburn & Milford hikes - you won't regret it.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Quentin_h
Mar 27, 2025
Great trek - Fantastic guided hike on part of the Kepler track (about nine miles or 14 km total) with great views
Review provided by Viator
Wildavsky
Mar 8, 2025
Glorious hiking, wonderful guides - We did the Fiordland Great Walk 3-Day Package, staying in Te Anau. We had three glorious days of hiking, with a helicopter flight to Luxmore Hut and a boat ride around Milford Sound included. We particularly want to mention the excellent guides who work at Trips and Tramps. We had a different guide each day - Tara, Olivia, and Helen. Each was well prepared, well organized, very knowledgable, and enthusiastic. We particularly appreciate the patience and kindness they showed in meeting the individual needs of different hikers. We can’t recommend this itinerary and this company highly enough.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
J4900nalauram
Feb 18, 2025
Wonderful day on the trail and in the sky. - Absolutely wonderful day on the trail with Mel who was just delightful and so knowledgeable. The walk up toward the summit and then down through the forest was incredible. Loved the heli ride to the Luxemore Hut in the morning. Couldn’t recommend this more. Thank you!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
From $452
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).