kepler track
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kepler track印象
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We stared at the control gate and walked up to the Luxmore Hut starting at around 9 am. We reserved two tickets for a tracknet bus but we were worried whether we'd make it back in time to make our bus back to Te Anau leaving at 5:10 pm but it was no problem. The track is so beautiful and even though we hiked only a few hours but the landscape change a few times what makes perfect for people who don't want to walk the whole 64 km.
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As per the other Great Walks...this one also blows your mind! Our group received pretty poor weather to the point where it snowed on day two, crossing some of the steeper terrain and ridges. While initially I thought all was lost, I was more than pleasantly surprised at the incredible beauty that the snow provided in transforming the landscape. Stock standard: always pack appropriately for alpine conditions. Even smack bang in the middle of Summer, the snow put my abilities to the test. Well worth the effort as at the end of the day you're treated to very comfortable DoC huts, great company and very informative conversations with the DoC rangers. The hut surroundings provide great exploration, whether you're into the flora or fauna. Definitely a must if you're in the South and got a few days to spare.
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this is a extremely well maintained and not too difficult track. We walked two sections of it, from the control section past Dock Bay the first time, about 1 1/2 hr return and from Rainbow Reach to the Moturau Hut, the 2nd, about 3 hr return. Both were beautiful, but I think I preferred the Rainbow Reach walk and it's views of Lake Manapouri.
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Incredible experience. This challenged me both physically and mentally but the views and the satisfaction of having done it more than made it all worthwhile. Thank you Department of Conservation for your part in making this available to the world. There is nothing that I can say that will give the Kepler Track justice, just get out there and do it!
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This track is within walking distance from our motel. Depending on your level of fitness it has 2 to 8 hour hikes,and feel it's suitable for all ages. Well worth the experience.
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Well, when you're 11.5k miles from home with 4 young children you might as well have a different experience and this was it. Outstanding scenery, track and huts. The walking is easy - no problem for our 14 & 13 year olds, the 11 year old thought there should have been fewer cols (saddles) on day 2 according to his map and the 8 year old was tired by the end of day 3 but a swim in Lake Manopouri fixed that. The rather officious iSite staff in Te Anua suggested the track is not recommended for under 10s. Maybe in the winter season with the exposure it could be dangerous but with good weather in the middle of summer there's more risk from the sand flies...
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The landscape and views are great. We did just a part of the whole track and it was amazing. Start near the golf course at the parking lot...
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We walked Kepler Track Sunday to Wednesday last week. Having completed most of the other NZ Great Walks we can say that this track is truly amazing. Be prepared though for very sudden weather changes: we started in sunny conditions, had sleet and snow all the next day and freezing cold conditions when walking the alpine areas, then descended through the bush in beautiful sunny weather. The standard of the DOC huts is very good and the rangers really helpful. So lucky living in such an amazing country offering experiences like this. Highly recommended.
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The track is outstanding. Beautifully groomed and in pristine condition. The huts are very clean and there are a couple of areas where you can camp. It is sign posted very well and gives you realistic times together with having a different time for fitter walkers.
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Walked this awesome trek in 2013. Although I had been a walker for many years, this was my first multi-day trek. Following failed back surgery in 2010, I was looking for a challenge to motivate me to increase my exercise and beat the invalid tag. We had visited Fiordland twice before and each time walked into the track a little further, walking the control gates to rainbow reach in 2012. I had a few injury setbacks during my training and ultimately just aimed to start the walk with minimal pain. I did lots of planning which I thoroughly enjoyed and managed to get my pack weight down to 9kg. My husband carried the food and cooking gear and ended up with 12kg. We had great gear and were prepared for all weather. I took along a 1m x 400mm piece of memory foam to make the bunks in the DOC huts a little softer. I also took along a large heavy duty garbage bag so that I could lie down if I needed to decompress along the track. This worked really well and as I fatigued I just had a brief rest and then started again. I took a Kindle so that I could rest on my bunk and read as I wasn't able to socialise for long in the evening at the huts. The trek itself was absolutely wonderful. Huts with beautiful views and passionate, entertaining wardens. The beech forest sections of the track were cool and easy walking. I had prepared mentally for the hill on the first day and felt a great sense of achievement at the top. I found the second day was the toughest with quite a lot of climbing, and small descents, finishing off with the 90 or so switchbacks down to the second hut. I was slow and steady and had a laugh when a young athlete preparing for the Kepler Challenge skipped past us along the tops and was 3 peaks away before I had time to stick another band aid on my several hotspots. My biggest fear before the walk was that I would freeze because I have a pretty bad fear of heights. I had visions of embarrassing helicopter rescues but I successfully employed a tactic which has since proved useful on the Routeburn and Milford tracks - I just didn't look up from the path where it dropped off steeply. Worked a treat! Occasionally I would sneak a glance and as the second day along the tops wore on I did get used to the height and my confidence grew because I knew I could control the panic if I needed to. Made the rookie mistake of boots which were too small. They felt great on the limited walking prep I did but I ended up with lots of blisters and 3 less toenails by day 3. Luckily I took a pair of runners and wore those on the final day. I have since bought boots at least one size bigger which have been great for subsequent treks. My only other tip would be to take walking poles. They were awesome and really helped spread the load and take the pressure off the knees and feet. Thanks to DOC and all the volunteers who look after the track. It provides an opportunity for folk like for a grand, spectacular adventure in safety and reasonable comfort.