Gibb’s Farm

Top choice in Northern Tanzania


The long-standing Gibb’s Farm, filling a 1920s farmstead, has a rustic highland ambience, a wonderful setting with views over the nearby coffee plantations, a spa, and beautiful cottages (and a few standard rooms) set around the gardens. The cuisine is made with home-grown organic produce. It’s about 5km north of the main road.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

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