Gibbs Farm

Situated on a picturesque coffee estate just outside the town of Karatu
A gracious and sprawling colonial homestead.

Overview

Gibbs Farm is situated on a picturesque coffee estate just outside the town of Karatu and midway between Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Crater. The gracious and sprawling colonial homestead that is set amongst formal English-style gardens.

Introduction

Gibbs Farm is situated on a picturesque coffee estate just outside the town of Karatu and midway between Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Crater. The gracious and sprawling colonial homestead that is set amongst formal English-style gardens. While coffee is still grown, processed and roasted on the farm, a vast fruit and vegetable garden provides almost all of the fresh produce used in the wholesome, delicious meals enjoyed by guests.

Cosy and inviting cottages with private verandas and stone fireplaces scattered in the spacious grounds, while the guest areas, which include a charming living room, two dining rooms and a gift boutique, are situated in the lovingly refurbished old farmhouse. Cosy nooks and crannies invite guests to linger, while the spacious patio boasts sweeping views of the tranquil gardens.

Accommodation

The spacious and well-appointed Farm Cottages at Gibb’s provide a tranquil retreat with all the modern amenities you might need for a comfortable stay. Enjoy the added touches of both an indoor and outdoor shower in the large en-suite bathroom, a private veranda with views of the farm gardens and a cosy wood burning fireplace in the cottage lounge to keep you toasty in the cooler evenings. The cottage can accommodate a small family in two queen beds and a third bed can be added for a fourth child.

There are two Farm Houses available at Gibb’s: Bustani and Deutsches. Each of these spacious retreats feature two en suite bedrooms, private living areas and gardens. The Farm Houses are perfect for families who want to enjoy private tranquility in the absolute beauty of nature.

Accommodation Suite Interior
Dining Dining
Dining Experience

The 10-acre organic fruit and vegetable garden provides 90 per cent of the ingredients needed for the home-cooked, gastronomic delights. A full breakfast with everything from fresh fruit, granola and breads, to pancakes, bacon and eggs. Farm-style buffet lunch with wood-oven bread, soup, savoury meat and vegetable pies, quiche, and fresh salads as well as a wide selection of baked desserts. Dinner is a 4-course meal served to your table, featuring even more delicious, home-cooked meals.

Safari Experience

Visit the working coffee plantation, dairy farm and piggery, and perhaps enjoy an interactive experience as you lend a hand in milking the cows, feeding the pigs or joining the farm’s coffee roasters to experience traditional coffee roasting methods. Stroll through the old farmyard, the flower and vegetable garden, or head further out for a guided forest walk to discover a seasonal waterfall and mystical elephant caves. You can even enjoy a guided walk up to the rim of the renowned Ngorongoro Crater. Visit the variety of community projects and initiatives to learn more about rural living in Tanzania.

Game Drives
Game Drives
Balloon Rides
Balloon Rides
Nature Walks
Nature Walks
Sundowners
Sundowners
Food
Cuisine
Pool
Pool
Weddings
Weddings
Migration
Migration
Spa
Spa
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