Ewanrigg Botanical Garden
Ewanrigg Botanical Gardens
A dryland botanical garden about 40 km northeast of the city, known for its large stands of aloes and cycads, which turn a sea of orange-red in winter.
Ewanrigg Botanical Gardens lie about 40 km northeast of Harare. They were originally the private garden of a farmer, who later donated the land to the state, and it became a national park. The garden is known for its collection of dryland plants, including aloes, cycads and euphorbias. Between June and August, during the winter dry season, the aloes bloom in large numbers, covering the hillsides in orange-red. There is also a cactus garden, wooded trails and picnic areas, and it is a popular destination for local families on weekends. Entry costs about US$5-10. It takes around 50 minutes by self-drive or hired car, and it can be paired with the Domboshava rock formations for a half-day or full-day trip.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Domboshava
- Haka Game Park
- Chapungu Sculpture Park
- Epworth Balancing Rocks
- Mukuvisi Woodlands
- National Botanic Garden
- Eastgate Centre
- National Gallery of Zimbabwe