We were really happy to get to Marki and Chris’ place after a long drive from Auckland. We woke to a beautiful view and enjoyed the provided breakfast very much.
The Huka Falls were worth checking out, it’s pretty amazing. We had a filling meal at the local pub in Acacia Bay and sunk into bed in preparation for the Tour de Taupo, cycling the next day.
The weather Gods weren’t shining on us, and it was a gruelling day, pedalling next to trucks in the rain. With black humour we got back ‘home’, showered extra long, and sat around with a Kiwi red until it all seemed better.
Our hosts poured the coffee the next morning and we had a great chat before heading off up the road once more.