While still in Taupo we decided to take a look at the Aratiatia Falls, a narrow gorge that is flooded four times a day from the lake in order to feed the hydroelectric station according to demand. We got there for midday when a flooding was scheduled and found a good viewing area. It was impressive to see the small stream turn quickly into a raging torrent. From here we started the drive towards Rotoroa. A sign in the road led us to take a detour to a thermal a...

We both awoke relaxed and rested after the previous nights soaking in the mineral enriched water and after a quick breakfast and another hot shower (just because we can we thought we would take full advantage of the facilities) it was time to see the sights and pass the time until midday when I would be falling through the air at 200kmh strapped very close to a complete stranger.Normally I would have been worried about this prospect but I think I have panicked ou...