Gibbs Farm
- Gibbs Farm
Gibb’s Farm is a charming retreat located on the forested slopes of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, making it a beautiful place to relax before or after a safari to Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, Tarangire, or Serengeti. It is not just a normal lodge; it is a peaceful working farm where guests can slow down, enjoy fresh air, and experience a softer side of northern Tanzania.
What makes Gibb’s Farm special is its mix of historic charm, farm life, nature, and culture. Guests can visit the coffee plantation, dairy farm, piggery, vegetable gardens, and flower gardens, or take part in simple farm activities like milking cows, feeding pigs, and learning traditional coffee roasting methods. This gives the stay more meaning than just sleeping overnight.
For guests who enjoy nature, Gibb’s Farm also offers guided forest walks, visits to seasonal waterfalls, elephant caves, and even walks toward the Ngorongoro Crater rim. It is a great choice for travelers who want a peaceful break from long game drives while still staying connected to the landscape, local community, and rural Tanzanian life.
As your safari experts at Tanzania Safari Experience, we recommend Gibb’s Farm for clients who want comfort, character, and a deeper experience around Ngorongoro. It is especially good for couples, families, honeymooners, and travelers who appreciate fresh food, beautiful gardens, warm hospitality, and a calm place to recharge during their safari.
Accommodation Amenities
Everything You Need to Know About Your Safari Accommodation
Every great safari includes a comfortable place to rest after a day of adventure. Whether you are staying in a luxury lodge, tented camp, or budget-friendly accommodation, it is natural to have questions about comfort, location, meals, and facilities. Here, we have answered the most common questions travelers ask about safari accommodation, so you can plan with confidence and enjoy a relaxing stay in the heart of Tanzania’s wilderness.
Gibb’s Farm is located in Karatu, on the forested outer slopes of the Ngorongoro Crater. The lodge enjoys beautiful views of the Great Rift Valley and is well positioned along the main safari route between Arusha, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Lake Eyasi, Ngorongoro Crater, and the Serengeti.
Yes. Gibb’s Farm is an excellent safari accommodation for travelers who want comfort, quiet surroundings, and easy access to major northern Tanzania attractions. It works well as a beginning, middle, or final stop on a safari, especially for guests visiting Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, or Lake Eyasi.
Ngorongoro Crater is about 56 km from Gibb’s Farm, which is roughly a two-hour drive from the lodge’s front gate. Guests staying at Gibb’s Farm can visit the crater on a full-day safari, usually starting early in the morning for the best wildlife experience.
Gibb’s Farm is a historic coffee plantation dating back to the 1920s. It offers a peaceful farm-style atmosphere, freshly roasted coffee, spacious cottages, lush gardens, and genuine East African hospitality. The experience is not only about accommodation but also about slowing down, enjoying nature, and connecting with local farm life.
Guests can visit Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara National Park, and Lake Eyasi from Gibb’s Farm. Lake Manyara is only about 45 minutes away and is famous for birds, flamingos, and beautiful scenery. Lake Eyasi is around 1.5 hours away and offers cultural experiences with the Hadzabe tribe.
Yes. Adventurous guests can explore the Ngorongoro Conservation Area with a hike to the Elephant Caves. This experience includes walking through scenic landscapes, seeing waterfalls, and discovering caves created by elephants digging into the rock for mineral-rich soil.
Yes. Gibb’s Farm and the nearby lakes are excellent for bird lovers. Lake Manyara alone has recorded more than 350 bird species, including flamingos, African spoonbills, great white pelicans, and many other wetland and forest birds.
Yes. Gibb’s Farm is suitable for couples, families, honeymooners, and travelers looking for a calm safari retreat. Its peaceful setting, farm activities, spacious cottages, and easy access to nearby safari destinations make it a strong choice for guests who want both comfort and nature.
As your safari experts at Tanzania Safari Experience, we recommend Gibb’s Farm when your itinerary includes Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara, or Lake Eyasi. It is especially good before or after a Serengeti safari because it gives you time to relax in a peaceful setting while still staying close to major wildlife areas.