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Take a helicopter from Te Anau to Luxmore Hut on the Kepler Track, with a Mt Maury photo stop, guided alpine hiking, and a boat return across Lake Te Anau. Expect dramatic aerial views, tussock ridges, and an accessible Great Walk section.
Take a helicopter from Te Anau to Luxmore Hut on the Kepler Track, with a Mt Maury photo stop, guided alpine hiking, and a boat return across Lake Te Anau. Expect dramatic aerial views, tussock ridges, and an accessible Great Walk section.
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Operated by Fiordland Tours · Te Anau, Southland
You lift off from Te Anau with the lake shrinking beneath you, its glassy surface folding into hidden tarns that the valley keeps to itself. The helicopter threads low over forested slopes, then pauses with rotors whispering while the Southern Alps and Fiordland’s carved skyline fill the windows.
moderate.
8 hours.
Good general fitness for continuous walking on uneven alpine terrain and short sections of ascent/descents.
Yes—the tour package includes the helicopter transfers with two scenic landings, guided hiking, lunch, and the boat return.
Shared tours run with up to 10 people; the tour requires a minimum number of travelers (check specific dates for the minimum).
Yes—booking requests passenger weights and the activity is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with serious spinal or heart conditions.
Yes—there is an optional ascent to Mt Luxmore from the hut; it adds steep walking but your guide will advise based on conditions and group ability.
The Kepler Track is one of New Zealand’s Great Walks and was developed to showcase Fiordland’s alpine and lake scenery; huts like Luxmore have long been focal points for tramping culture.
Fiordland is managed with predator control and track maintenance programs—minimize impact by sticking to trails, packing out waste, and following guide instructions about wildlife disturbance.
Fiordland Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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