Bucket list tick!

by Laura
(Queensland, Australia)

This is something I never thought I would do. I am scared of heights and my husband wanted to do this, so I went along, thinking I probably wouldn't do it.
The guides were amazing right from the start. They made me feel at ease and safe.
We did the tour in August, so mid-flow of the falls.
The swim across to the Devil's Pool was somewhat challenging (although I wouldn't rate myself a strong swimmer and I was able to do it), but the 2 guides made sure we knew exactly what to do to get safely across.
At the pool itself my anxiety kicked in as I watched my husband on the edge of the falls. I was crying and not thinking I would do it. There was no pressure placed on me at all, just patience and reassurance. There was a life-rope I was able to hold onto in the pool to make me feel more at ease, and I did it! I went in and I am so glad I did. While I didn't have the courage to go right to the edge like my husband did, I went pretty close!
I cannot rate these guides highly enough. They were patient, professional, friendly and just bloody good at their jobs!
On top of all that we were fed a wonderful chef-made high tea.
Thank you so much for this once in a lifetime experience.