Driving down from Auckland to Rotorua this winter? Instead of zipping past this beautiful part of NZ’s North Island in a hurry, stretch the three-hour road trip out to an action-packed experience. Make the most of this part of the country by stopping along the way at these epic spots, much-loved by the Rotorua Rafting team.   Karangahake Gorge While it’s not the most direct route to Rotorua, we highly recommend you take a left onto State Highway 2 and head towards the Karangahake Gorge. Once you arrive at the Gorge, there’s plenty of activities to choose from. Walk the...