A drive towards Taupo took us to the amazing Huka Falls today. The water was awesome and James loved seeing the bubbling water, if only he could get closer.  We were fortunate to watch the jet boats speed through the water and spin and helicopters flying overhead.

We set off towards Taupo and as we drove into Taupo we were very excited to see snow on the mountain top. We couldn’t believe it, snow in summer time. We stopped at Lake Taupo for a play and a closer look.  James immediately climbed under the fence to get closer –  those fences are only for decoration aren’t they!!!

After dinner, we decided to explore another geothermal park in the city of Rotorua.  The park we visited was named Kuirau Park and we walked around the thermal areas and saw mud pools and hot springs.  We were all fascinated by the blobs of splashing mud.

We enjoyed a lovely warm foot bath. James had the other visitors in fits of laughter as he thought it was a great opportunity to have a big splash.