Resting on the Zimbabwe-Mozambique border, 30 kilometres southeast of Mutare, the spectacular Bvumba or Vumba Mountains rise to an impressive 1911-metre peak at Castle Beacon. The year-round abundance of exotic flora and fauna make Bvumba an ideal destination for nature lovers seeking the rarest bird and butterfly species in the region as well as endangered Samango monkey and even the elusive mountain leopard. Spend your days hiking Bvumba’s picturesque hillsides, verdant natural forests, and breathtaking landscapes where you will discover a botanical treasure trove of unique African bird, animal and plant life. Don’t miss the Bunga Forest Botanical Reserve and the nearby Bvumba Botanical Garden which is designed around a number of small streams and includes an important cycad collection, with 59 of the 189 known species.