Sawcut Gorge

Into the abyss

Date: 1-3 August 2014.
Trip type: Easy tramp.
Location: Sawcut Gorge, Kaikoura Ranges.
Author: Thomas Keir .
Trampers: John Hickey (trip leader), Joe Harbridge, Meena Kadri, Jane Latchem, Thomas Keir.

Our trip kicked off to a luxurious start. While we had been planning on staying under a fly on Friday night, weather forecasts of high wind and possible heavy rain led us to take advantage of a well presented backpackers on Ure Road. After soft beds, electric lighting, warm showers and microwaved breakfasts we were … Read more

Sawcut Gorge

Date: 20-22 April 2012.
Trip type: Easy tramp.
Location: Inland Kaikouras.
Author: Mike Phethean.
Trampers: Katy Glenie (leader), Sarah Young, Ashley Pendree, Paula Vincent, John Price, Mike Phethean.

It is always difficult to write an article when the newsletter editor was actually on the trip. She will firstly change the text so that the truth is actually recorded and secondly will also be suspicious of any of my future articles. I had wanted to go to Sawcut gorge for a long time.  Katy … Read more