Vumba Botanical Reserve

The Vumba Botanical Gardens and Reserve, located 32 kilometres from Mutare, are established on a portion of the farm formerly known as Manchester. The well-wooded park includes 159 hectares of landscaped gardens built around perennial streams which form a small lake. A network of footpaths that enable visitors to explore the interior of the Botanical Reserve has been opened. The reserve is well endowed with indigenous orchids and ferns and strategically positioned flower beds are encountered as one leisurely takes stock of the Gardens. Birdlife is also abundant here.

The self-catering lodges in the Gardens are very popular with visitors to the area. There is also a campsite with ablution blocks with hot and cold water systems and powered caravan sites. There is a swimming pool at the camping site. At the tearoom in the middle of the Gardens, visitors can enjoy refreshments; light meals, cakes, and vegetarian dishes can be provided on request.