Explore the Manawatu this March
Back for it’s seventh year, the 2021 Manawatu Walking Festival has an exciting new menu of walks and excursions on offer.
Held over three days, from 5-7 March, this festival offers you the opportunity to explore a range of fantastic walks throughout Palmerston North City and Manawatu while being guided by knowledgeable hosts.
The hosts will include local experts on hiking, photography, nature, birdwatching and more, giving participants unique and useful information about the various walks, locations and history.
The festival kicks off on the Friday evening with the Twilight Beach Walk which leads you along the beach between the two coastal villages of Foxton and Himatangi, where you’ll end your walk with some tasty fish n’ chips.
One of the highlights of the festival include the iconic Totara Reserve Walk led by Horizons.
Included this year are two farm walks. On one walk you should see spectacular views over the Horowhenua area to Kapiti and from the other views over the Rangitikei and to Mt Ruapehu.
Walking Te Apiti – Manawatu Gorge, you’ll learn about this magnificent geographical structure which was formed over thousands of years by the Manawatu River.
Steeped in ancient native bush and home to a variety of wildlife, this is a must-do walk.
There is a fantastic variety of walks to suit all ages and abilities, so don’t miss out and make sure you book you spot today by heading to www.mwf.org.nz.