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About Us

Welcome to Sunset Gardens & Lagoon

Where Nature, Culture & Family Come Together

Tucked away in Harben Park, Gweru, Sunset Gardens & Lagoon is more than a destination, it's a beautifully crafted experience. Here, nature meets tradition, fun meets learning, and every visit becomes a cherished memory. Swim in our sparkling lagoon, zip through the trees, ride into adventure, or simply enjoy the peace of a garden picnic. Whether you're planning a wedding, school trip, or a simple day out, Sunset is your perfect escape.

Our Mission

To preserve Zimbabwe’s cultural heritage while promoting joyful, wholesome family bonding experiences.

Our Values

  • Respect for Tradition

  • Love for Nature

  • Commitment to Family

Our Vision

To be Zimbabwe’s leading destination for nature-based, culturally rich tourism.

Meet The Founder

Jeanup Mandaza

Jeanup Mandaza was born on March 27, 1968. She is a testament to dedication, perseverance, and entrepreneurial spirit. Her journey is marked by significant milestones that have shaped her into a respected business leader.

Mrs Mandaza’s educational foundation was laid at Dadaya High School, where she studied from 1982 to 1987. After working in the banking industry for years, she decided to strike it on her own and venture into Hospitality industry. 

To get the knowledge of the industry, she enrolled at Educare College  where she studied: Marketing for Hospitality and Tourism, Food and Beverage Management, Restaurant Services, Front Office Operation and Administration, Housekeeping and Accommodation Studies, Fundamentals of the Hotel and Catering Services, Characteristics of World Destinations.

In 2013 she sat for the examinations and passed all subjects with distinctions.

Awards

Her leadership and vision have earned her a reputation as a respected businesswoman. She is the second run up business woman of the year 2024 in the Midlands Province. Jeanup Mandaza’s achievements serve as an inspiration to aspiring entrepreneurs and a testament to her hard work and determination.

Service offering

What Makes Us Special

Sunset Gardens & Lagoon offers a stunning artificial lagoon and relaxing gardens, zipline thrills and quadbike rides for all ages, and a one-of-a-kind cultural heritage experience at Madokero Centre, making it ideal for school trips, birthdays, weddings, and conferences, rooted in tradition and built for today’s families.

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Cultural Exhibitions

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Weddings & Events

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Conference & Meetings

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Picnics & Parties

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Quad bikes & Swimming

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Zip Line

Our heritage is not just history

Discover Culture while enjoying Nature

Our Services & Pricing

$5 adults, $3 kids

$5 Per Adult / Child 

Pre/Primary: $4 kids, $6 adults

Secondary/High school: $6 kids, $8 adults

$3 children, $5 adults

Gazebo: $2000

Tent: $1500

Night weddings

Gazebo: $2100

Tent: $1600 

(Deposit $500 to secure date)

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