An announcement from the New Zealand Department of Conservation
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New Zealand Just Became the Most Populated Country on Earth
At first glance, you might think New Zealand is home to just 5.3 million people. But that number only scratches the surface. When you step into our forests, coastlines, and volcanic landscapes, you quickly realise you’re surrounded by billions of other beings who call this place home.
Birds that pollinate as they fly. Eels that climb waterfalls. A cheeky kea that can break into a mountain hut looking for snacks. Nature here isn’t just scenery — it’s society.
Why This Matters
For us as New Zealanders, nature is more than a backdrop. It’s our weekends, our adventures, our stories, and even our economy. Everything we do — from the food we eat to the industries we work in — is connected to nature’s rhythm.
When the Department of Conservation recounted Aotearoa’s “population,” they included the whole living system. The tally? Around 695 billion beings. Suddenly, our little island nation became the most populated country on Earth.
Living With Nature
At Beautiful Nature Tours Auckland, this is exactly how we see our work. We don’t just take you to see nature — we invite you to live with it. Whether it’s standing on a windswept clifftop with gannets circling above, walking among centuries-old kauri trees, or listening for the call of the tūī in a quiet valley, these moments remind us that we are part of something much bigger.
Luxury, for us, isn’t about five-star hotels or fancy cars. It’s about the privilege of time — time to connect, to notice, and to immerse yourself in a landscape that is alive with billions of neighbours.
Our Invitation
Next time you travel, whether here in New Zealand or anywhere in the world, remember: nature isn’t a stage set for us. It’s a community we belong to. And everything we do in it is naturing.
Come explore with us, and experience Auckland not just as a city, but as part of the most vibrant, populous country on Earth.
Ngā mihi nui,
Beautiful Nature Tours Auckland
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