Gibbs Farm Lodge
Located on the outer slopes of the Ngorongoro Crater lies Gibb’s Farm. Founded in the 1920s as a coffee plantation, the property embraces traditional East African hospitality, with roots deep in its land and heritage.
As you unwind and relax amidst the peace and tranquillity of Gibb’s Farm, you may wonder what lies beyond our uninterrupted panoramic views.
An idyllic retreat while exploring the Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara national parks, as well as Lake Eyasi, on safari in Tanzania.
Recline with a cup of freshly roasted coffee overlooking the Great Rift Valley in lush surroundings.
Generations of local families have helped to create a truly authentic, serene, and memorable experience here.
Share their lifestyle through activities on the farm and in the area, from long walks to milking the cows.
Farm Cottages
Gibb’s Farm imparts a sense of well-being and tranquillity within a warm environment and offers 17 cottages, each with one bedroom.
Each of the seventeen 1-bedroom farm cottages holds its own story connected to Tanzanian culture and history, told through unique furnishings and art collections.
Famed for the outdoor showers, you have a choice of twin queen or king-sized bedrooms swathed in a soft mosquito net.
The cottages have recently been refurbished with modern touches to accentuate their classic charm and comfortably accommodate solo travelers, couples, and families.
Each of our 17 cottages has a unique story to tell through art, furnishings, and history.
Discover one that speaks to you. To name but a few, the front door of Ngorongoro Cottage faces the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, less than 40 feet away.
Rebuilt in 2014, Zamani Cottage now stands on the site of the last existing guest room built by Margaret and James Gibb. Mulberry Cottage’s present legacy is the Mulberry trees that surround the house.
Farm Houses
There are two farmhouses, each with two bedrooms. Each spacious house features two en-suite bedrooms, each with an outdoor shower, and a private living area designed to juxtapose antiques with contemporary Tanzanian art.
The two farmhouses, Bustani and Deutsches, offer the perfect retreat for bigger families and those traveling together.
The gardens and private spaces of both farmhouses offer guests the tranquil beauty of nature, set against a backdrop of singing birds.
Bustani House
It has two bedrooms, named for the Swahili word meaning “garden,” and offers the most spectacular views of all our farm stays.
While retaining the farm cottage feel, Bustani has been inspired by nature, the remarkable vista before it, with landscaped gardens directly below and the Great Rift Valley beyond.
Featuring modern accents and dark wood finishes, the spacious two-bedroom farmhouse offers a master en suite with a king-size bed and a second en suite with two queen-size beds.
Each bathroom features an indoor shower and bath as well as an outdoor shower.
The lounge area connects the bedrooms, and all areas open onto an expansive private terrace for enjoying the tranquil landscape.
Deutsches House
It has two bedrooms, named after the German Duke who founded Gibb’s Farm in the early 1900s. Deutsches House is a comfortable family retreat for up to 4 adults or two adults and four children.
The house features an en-suite master bedroom with a king-size bed and a second en-suite bedroom with two queen-size beds.
Both en-suites offer an indoor shower and bath as well as an outdoor shower.
Relax in the comfort of the spacious living room beside a roaring fireplace with a cup of freshly roasted coffee, or enjoy the chatter of birds from the large, private veranda.
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