Prince Charles and Camilla wrapped up their six-day tour of New Zealand yesterday, departing our shores from Whenuapai Airport for their next stop in Australia.
During their time here, the royal duo completed a whirlwind itinerary that saw them travelling from Wellington to Nelson and back, then onwards to New Plymouth, Dunedin, Westport, Ngaruawahia and Auckland. They visited a wildlife sanctuary, met with local students in Wellington, sampled wines in Nelson, took part in charity work and chatted with young sailors aboard the Spirit of New Zealand at Auckland’s Princes Wharf.
This was Charles’ ninth trip to New Zealand and Camilla’s second, and the royal pair left a big impression on those who had the opportunity to meet them.
“There’s something about the monarch that stands above all else,” said winery owner Glenn Schaeffer, who saw the royals at a food and wine event at Mahana Winery in New Zealand.
“To have the future King of England here, and the Duchess – it’s just a tremendous honour for us.”
Click through to see more pictures from Charles and Camilla’s New Zealand visit!
Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall arrive on a wet and windy day in Wellington. Photo: Getty
Charles and Camilla (with Prime Minister John Key and his wife Bronagh) lay ferns on the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior in Wellington. Photo: Getty
Charles is welcomed with a hongi from New Zealand Defence Force Flight Sergeant Wai Paenga during a ceremony at Wellington’s Government House. Photo: Getty
Lady Janine Mateparae and Camilla look on as Governor-General Sir Jerry Mateparae presents Charles with his new Military Warrants. Photo: Getty
Camilla poses for a photo with students at Te Whaea National Dance Centre in Wellington. Photo: Getty
Charles and Camilla enjoy a candid moment with a tuatara during their visit to Orokunui Ecosanctuary. Photo: Getty
Children perform a haka for the pair during the ‘Tea with Taranaki’ event at Brooklands Park. Photo: Getty
Camilla shakes hands with young royal fans at Mosgiel Railway Station. Photo: Getty
Charles and Camilla take a scenic stroll through native bush on their way to an event at Brooklands Park. Photo: Getty
Charles and Camilla sample wines at Nelson’s Mahana Winery. Photo: Getty
The pair are pictured during a visit to Turangawaewae Marae. Photo: Getty
Charles and Camilla chat with Kingi Tuheitia at Turangawaewae Marae. Photo: Getty
The royals pose for a group photo with the victorious All Blacks, as captain Richie McCaw holds onto the Webb Ellis Cup. During his stay in Wellington, Prince Charles revealed he was secretly backing the team in the final! Photo: Getty
Charles and Camilla depart New Zealand for their next stop in Australia. Photo: Getty
