Taupo, Nz

Taupo was a lovely little town, which became the destination for our skydives! We were all very surprised at how we were a lot more excited than scared about jumping 15000ft out of a plane. The flight up tested our heart rates the most, especially when we had to put on oxygen masks once we were above 12000ft. But before we knew it we each took our turns to sit on the edge of the plane with our legs dangling then out we went into a 60s freefall... absolutely incredible. We decided to go for the highest jump as at this point you actually get to see the convex of the earth. During the freefall you got to hold hands with the camera man who came down at the same time with you and spin around with him. Once the parachute opened and you started to breathe again you could start to focus on things and notice all the beautiful scenery around you. The mountains and lake taupo looked spectatular!

While we were in Taupo we also went to a gorgeous spot at sunset, where hot pools had formed and ran into the river there. The temperature could reach up to 40 degrees in some parts.

The night after our skydive we celebrated still being alive by going to Mulligans and joining in a local pub quiz! Believe it or not we actually came second (with the help of many many many others). That night our bus drivers (Spud and Ginny) were out too and they were absolutely hillarious, especially Spud who luckily did not have to drive the next day! Another night we ended up in a karaoke bar, which was also a good laugh, especially when Kim decided to get up and sing 'freebird' and 'light my fire' with Spud.