Magical Mangawhai, reputedly the walking capital of Northland, this slice of paradise offers lovers of the great outdoors, art buffs and avid foodies a memorable time. Sail on the majestic estuary or surf in rollicking-rolling surf. Skate at Mangawhai Adventure Zone, a community project offering an impressive skateboarding ramp, an extended playground space and numerous bush walks. Experience the exceptional Saturday market, and at the end of a fun-packed day, indulge in fine foods and locally produced wines.
Head for the Heads: Mangawhai Heads. Come for a day or a few and like the quail’s in the limericks, make your own magical, Managawhai memories.
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Sailing. There once was a quirky quail Who every morning would sail The Mangawhai Estuary To bask in the scenery That unconventional quail.
Surfing. An adventurous quail called Dave On his longboard rode the waves. The rolling surf he’d ride On the incoming tide That adrenalin seeking Dave. Dining A foraging covey of quail’s Daily ventured along a trail On berries, they’d dine With fruits from the vine Those grand gastronomical quail’s.
Weather Change There once was a quail named Dale Who got caught in a terrible gale Scrambling to her nest She coo’d; home is best That panicky quail named Dale. Skateboarding There once was a quail called Caz Whose favourite hang-out was MAZ Performing tricks on the ramp A true skateboarding champ That flexible quail called Caz. *MAZ – Mangawhai Activity Zone
Art A fanciful quail named Marty Considered himself to be arty Favouring grand installations Wooing all with his creations That ingenious quail named Marty.
And on that note, one more limerick.
A Place to Stay. Visiting Mangawhai - choose Quail’s Nest For memorable moments of fun and rest Bring your whanau and all your mates Get packing now, don’t hesitate For cosy comfort, Quail’s Nest is best!
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