In his first visit to New Zealand, Prince Harry has spent a little over a week visiting several cities, learning more about the country’s history, meeting local communities that highlight New Zealand’s diversity and being introduced to Kiwi culture.
His itinerary began in Wellington and continued to Stewart Island, Christchurch, Linton Military Camp and Whanganui, before finally ending in Auckland.
The prince also impressed his guide with his knowledge of and interest in the island’s conservation efforts.
“We talked about Ulva Island as an example of one of New Zealand’s early conservation projects, and how what has been achieved here has been the result of a mix of community effort to protect its own heritage and the work of the conservation department,” says Breaven. “It was also a chance to talk about how important conservation is to tourism in New Zealand – three-quarters of the 40,000 visitors who come to Stewart Island each year, will visit Ulva Island”.
Pictured: Prince Harry takes a guided walk with ranger Brent Beaven through the rainforest on Ulva Island open sanctuary near Stewart Island, New Zealand