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Welcome to Banana Farm Eco Hostel
Stay Natural. Travel Light. Live Local.
Tucked away in the peaceful hills of Ngulelo, just outside Arusha’s city center, Banana Farm Eco Hostel offers a refreshing alternative to traditional budget stays. With its lush gardens, sustainable ethos, and easy-going community vibe, this eco-friendly hostel is a favorite among conscious travelers, nature lovers, and anyone seeking a slower, greener way to explore northern Tanzania.
Eco-Friendly Comfort with a Personal Touch
At Banana Farm, life moves at a gentle pace. Whether you’re lounging in a hammock, helping in the garden, or planning your next adventure, our spaces are designed to foster relaxation, creativity, and connection. Accommodation options include:
Dorm beds in cozy, hand-built cabins
Private double or twin rooms with shared or en-suite bathrooms
Camping spots for those with their own gear
All rooms include:
Mosquito nets and natural ventilation
Hot showers and eco-toiletries
Free Wi-Fi in communal areas
Organic design using local materials
Expect comfort, simplicity, and a deep sense of place.
Farm-to-Table Food & Relaxed Dining
The Garden Café & Communal Kitchen
Start your morning with fresh fruit from the farm, homemade bread, or Tanzanian coffee. The on-site café serves wholesome, plant-forward meals with ingredients grown right on the property or sourced from nearby farms. Guests also have access to a communal kitchen to prepare their own meals—great for long stays and group travelers.
Thoughtful Services for Mindful Travelers
Tour planning and booking support (safaris, hikes, cultural visits)
Airport transfers and local transport
Laundry services
Bike rentals for local exploration
Volunteer and community project opportunities
Compost toilets and solar-powered water heaters for sustainability
Nature, Culture & Community
Set among banana groves and lush greenery, the hostel is a haven for relaxation and inspiration. Guests can:
Wander through the working farm and herb gardens
Join workshops on permaculture, cooking, or local crafts
Walk to nearby villages and markets for an authentic cultural taste
Share stories and sunsets by the communal bonfire
Close Enough to Town, Far Enough to Breathe
Just 15 minutes from central Arusha and a short drive from safari jump-off points, Banana Farm Eco Hostel offers the best of both worlds: proximity to everything and the serenity of the foothills.
Services & Facilities at Banana Farm Eco Hostel
Sustainable Living & Travel Essentials Just Outside Arusha
Banana Farm Eco Hostel combines laid-back comfort with a deep commitment to sustainable travel. Nestled in the lush hills of Ngulelo, just 15 minutes from central Arusha, the hostel offers more than just a bed—it’s a place to slow down, connect with nature, and engage with a welcoming community of travelers and locals alike.
Eat Fresh, Eat Local
Garden Café & Shared Kitchen
Enjoy nourishing meals made with organic produce grown right on the property. From fresh fruits and homemade bread in the morning to hearty vegetarian dinners in the evening, food here is all about simplicity, sustainability, and flavor.
Daily farm-to-table meals
Vegan and vegetarian-friendly options
Herbal teas and Tanzanian coffee
Communal kitchen access for self-catering guests
Outdoor dining under the trees or in the cozy café hut
Eco-Conscious Accommodations
Choose from a variety of earthy, naturally built spaces:
Dorm beds in hand-crafted wooden cabins
Private rooms with shared or en-suite bathrooms
Camping areas for overlanders or backpackers with gear
All rooms include:
Mosquito nets and natural air flow
Clean linens and cozy touches
Hot showers and compost toilets
Wi-Fi in common areas
Simple, clean, and designed to blend with the natural surroundings.
Essentials for the Conscious Explorer
Tour Planning Desk: Book safaris, hikes, or cultural tours with local, ethical operators
Laundry Services: Quick, affordable washing and drying
Secure Luggage Storage: Ideal for guests heading off on treks or multi-day safaris
Airport Transfers & Local Transport: Arranged upon request
Lockers for Valuables: Available for peace of mind
Community Vibes & Nature Spaces
Chill Zones: Hammocks, garden benches, and shady nooks to read, relax, or journal
Outdoor Fire Pit: A nightly meeting point for travelers to swap stories and share meals
Workshops & Experiences: Learn about permaculture, banana beer brewing, or Swahili cooking
Volunteering & Farm Help: Opportunities to engage with the land and local projects
Close to the City, Closer to Nature
Despite its tranquil setting, Banana Farm Eco Hostel is within easy reach of Arusha town and all major safari and trekking departure points. Whether you’re prepping for an adventure or winding down after one, this green haven offers balance, comfort, and meaningful connection.
Room Types & Descriptions at Banana Farm Eco Hostel
Stay Natural. Sleep Easy. Feel at Home.
Banana Farm Eco Hostel offers rustic, comfortable accommodations designed to blend into the natural environment while keeping your stay cozy, affordable, and community-focused. Whether you’re a solo backpacker, traveling couple, or small group, our eco-conscious rooms and spaces provide the perfect base for meaningful adventures around Arusha.
Dormitory Beds
Eco-Friendly & Community-Minded
Our handcrafted dorm cabins are ideal for budget travelers looking to connect with others while enjoying a peaceful, green setting. Each dorm bed includes:
Sturdy wooden bunk with thick mattress and clean linens
Mosquito net for a restful sleep
Shared eco-bathrooms with hot showers
Lockers available for personal items
Free Wi-Fi in common areas
A perfect blend of nature, comfort, and affordability for backpackers on the go.
Private Single Room
Simple Solitude in Nature
Designed for solo travelers who prefer their own space, these rooms are small, quiet, and thoughtfully decorated with natural touches. Includes:
Comfortable single bed with mosquito net
Access to shared or private bathrooms
Natural ventilation and calming garden views
Cozy reading light and side table
Free Wi-Fi in common areas
Great for writers, readers, or digital nomads seeking quiet time.
Private Double Room
Couples’ Hideaway with Rustic Charm
For couples or friends seeking privacy and tranquility, our double rooms offer a peaceful retreat among the banana trees. Features include:
Double bed with clean bedding and netting
En-suite or shared eco-bathroom options
Garden or hillside views
Warm lighting and sustainable design details
Optional private veranda for morning coffee
A cozy space for rest and reconnection.
Triple & Family Rooms
Comfortable & Flexible for Small Groups
Perfect for small groups, families, or travel buddies. These rooms provide flexibility and space without losing the hostel’s eco-friendly vibe:
One double bed plus one or two single beds
Spacious layout with room for gear or luggage
Shared or en-suite eco-bathroom
Natural ventilation and fans
Easy access to garden paths, café, and firepit
Ideal for overlanders, families, or volunteers.
Camping Area
Bring Your Own Adventure
For guests traveling with tents or overland vehicles, we offer a dedicated space for camping:
Flat grassy areas under trees
Access to shared bathrooms and kitchen
Firepit and common area access
Safe, peaceful environment surrounded by nature
Affordable, flexible, and traveler-friendly.
Where Comfort Meets Conscious Living
While staying at Banana Farm Eco Hostel, guests also enjoy:
Garden café & communal kitchen
Laundry service & luggage storage
Free Wi-Fi in shared areas
Tour planning, trekking support & local transport help
Nightly campfires and a vibrant travel community
Near by Activities Banana Farm Eco Hostel
Maasai Market
Arusha National Park
Cultural Heritage Centre
Coffee Tour
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What They Say About Us
We organise safari and beach holidays to Tanzania. We believe our expertise, knowledge and enthusiasm for organising travel to Africa is unrivalled.
EXCELLENTBased on 158 reviews
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Rabea S2026-03-14Noch nie so umsorgt gefühlt Die Safari war echt toll! Wir haben alle big five gesehen und generell war es ein tollen Abenteuer. Aufgrund der Regenzeit hatten wir ein bisschen mit Überflutungen zu kämpfen, dessen sollte man sich bewusst sein, trotzdem hat alles am Ende geklappt und die Tiere haben wir gerade deswegen in riesigen Herden gesehen. Die Organisation war mehr als gut, man hat uns immer direkt auf WhatsApp geantwortet und als ich danach meine AirPods vergessen hatte in einem der camps wurden die mir sogar nach Sansibar gebracht, also besser geht eigentlich nicht. Ich würde jedem empfehlen dort zu buchen! Campen in Zelten ist natürlich etwas mehr low Budget aber auch eine Erfahrung, die lodges hingegen sind top.Verified
ATownExplorer2026-03-12Happy is the BEST safari organizer - great experience. First let me start by typing that Happy, the young lady who organizes everything, is great to work with. She pays attention to detail and makes sure everything is in order. I contacted a number of safari companies, looking for the best deal I and mentioned I'd be celebrating my birthday. Happy was the only one to respond with a thoughtful message. Small details go a long way. As we negotiated the pricing, she even offered me a cake. That was really sweet of her. Emmanuel picked us up from the Arusha airport ON TIME and took us to our hotel. Happy arrived within minutes to give a briefing, take payment and give me the cake she promised :-). The following morning, Adrian picked us up in the safari jeep and after picking up a few more passengers we were on our way. The whole experience from beginning to end was great. Our cook, Richard, prepared some really delicious meals. Him and Adrian always made sure we were okay. I'd definitely recommend you use Kilipath. We'll be back with a group of friends! Asante sanaVerified
Franca L2026-03-08Abenteuerliche Safari während der Regenzeit Es war eine sehr abenteuerliche Safari mit vielen Erlebnissen und tollen Tieren. Wir haben alle Big Fives gesehen und noch viel mehr. Wenn man in der Regenzeit reist, sollte man sich allerdings darauf vorbereiten, dass einige Straßen überflutet sein können und man diese nicht passieren kann. Im Großen und Ganzen war es trotzdem eine tolle Tour.Verified
andrzej s2026-03-01Bardzo niesamowite doświadczenie Polecam Super safari zgodnie z otrzymanym opisem 5 dni w wersji budżetowej czyli 2 noclegi w namiotach w parku Serengeti a 2 w super pokojach. Bardzo miły i sympatyczny przewodnik Mathiu.warunki noclegowe i wyzywienie bez zarzutu. Widzieliśmy wszelkie możliwe zwierzęta ,dodatkowo ostatni dzień mielimy do dyspozycji odkryty samochód, super wrażenie. Lot balonem niezapomniane wrażenie. Dalibyśmy 5 gwiazdek ale z powodu iż organizator o godz 10 wieczorem zmienił godzinę odbioru na 6.40 rano ,gdzie szybciej uzgadnialiśmy wyjazd o 8-9 i jeszcze to potwierdziliśmy dzień szybciej w ich biurze (adres ich biura jest nie aktualny nie da się go nigdzie znaleźć) a musieliśmy zwrócić wypożyczone auto .Cała noc nie przespana ze stresu .Potwierdzam że rano postarali się to wszystko ogarnąć i wyszło Ok . Druga drobna sprawa w opisie jest dodatkowa opłata tip 10 dolarów dziennie ,czyli 100 za całość. Nam policzyli 140 , bo dodatkowo 40 dla kucharza ? Jeszcze jedna sprawa jeździliśmy z innym biurem podróży, czyli Kilipatch jest pośrednikiem ? Na koniec bardzo dziękujemy za zorganizowanie całości. Mamy niesamowite wrażenia firma Kilipatch bardzo dbała o całość mimo drobnych niedociągnięć. Możemy szczerze ja polecić. Ps. Polecam uaktualnić dane adresowe biura . PozdrawiamVerified
Junyi Z2026-02-22Great services The communications are wonderful, Lydia answered all my questions with rapid reply (even through email). The transfer guy also provide excellent service. I asked him to bring me to Masai market after Safari ends, and he did with no hesitation. Even more, he gave the companion with me in the market as I am a solo female traveller. Safati trip it self worth the price. Regardless that I booked for a group trip instead of private one, the pickup time was comaratively long. It usually took 2-3 hours before the safari actually start, and usually the game drive began around 9am, so if you are looking for hunting scenes, private trip may fit you better.Verified
evi b2026-02-14Unvergessliche Solo-Safari – Tolle Menschen, großartige Stimmung! Ich bin als alleinreisende Frau auf Safari gegangen und hätte mir keine bessere Erfahrung wünschen können. Von Anfang an war alles gut organisiert, entspannt und ich habe mich jederzeit sicher gefühlt. Unser Guide war einfach großartig – kompetent, humorvoll, geduldig und mit echter Leidenschaft für die Tierwelt. Man hat gemerkt, dass er seinen Job liebt. Er hat alle Fragen beantwortet, sich Zeit genommen und dafür gesorgt, dass wir die besten Momente und Ausblicke erleben konnten. Auch die Menschen im Auto waren einfach super. Obwohl wir aus verschiedenen Ländern kamen, hatten wir sofort eine richtig gute Stimmung. Viel gelacht, gemeinsam Tiere bestaunt und spannende Gespräche geführt – es hat sich überhaupt nicht wie „allein reisen“ angefühlt. Die Landschaften waren atemberaubend, die Tierbeobachtungen beeindruckend und die Erinnerungen unbezahlbar. Als Alleinreisende habe ich mich jederzeit wohl und integriert gefühlt. Ich kann diese Safari von Herzen weiterempfehlen – es war jede Sekunde wert.Verified
Culture073891845022026-02-12세렝게티의 축소판, 응고롱고르를 놓치지 마세요 세렝게티와 응고롱고르 서파리를 안내해주었어요. 나의 가이드 Assad는 매우 친절했고 점잖았어요. 영어가 서툰 제가 이해하기 쉽도록 또박또박, 인내심을 가지고 성실하게 설명해주었어요. 가이드의 능력 밖의 일이기는 하지만. 저는 야생의 삶을 고스란히 볼 수 있었어요. 버팔로를 포획하여 뜯어먹는 사자 무리를 코 앞에서 볼 수 있었고, 얼룩말과 누 수천마리가 대이동하는 환상적인 장면도 있었지요. 외에도 수많은 야생동물을 볼 수 있었는데 그 때마다 충분히 감상할 수 있도록 좋은 위치에서 여유있게 시간을 주었어요. 점심식사가 독특했는데. 다른 여행객들이 도시락을 먹는데 반해 우리팀은 일행과 큰 냄비에 담긴 떠뜻한 음식을 나눠 먹었어요. 개인적으로 따뜻한 국물 요리를 먹을 수 있고, 일회용 쓰레기를 배출하지 않는다는 점에서 너무 만족했지만. 야외에서 이런 뷔페를 경험하는 걸 누군가는 싫어할 수 있겠지요. 25일 어프리카 여행을 멋진 야생체험으로 마무리할 수 있어서 행복했어요. 고마워요. Assad!Verified
Damien B2026-02-02Very good safari road trip Great value for money. The organization by Kilipath was perfect: they were available, responsive, and everything ran on schedule. The team is extremely motivated. The jeep was spacious and comfortable, with power outlets to charge phones (although they didn’t always work). Our guide, David, was an excellent driver and did everything he could to make sure we were satisfied. He was very friendly and always in a great mood. The choice of lodges was excellent: spacious and luxurious. Lunches were very well organized, especially when eaten out in the middle of nature. However, we do not recommend the tent camp if you are looking for a minimum level of comfort (toilets, electricity). It also lacked atmosphere, even though there were many guests. Some light entertainment or welcome activity from our arrival around 4 p.m. until the evening would have been appreciated. Small bonus (or a big one in our opinion!): Kilipath gifted us a wonderful T-shirt!Verified
Joaquín B2026-01-24Great experience The 4-day safari was excellent, the guides were superb and respectful of nature. The accommodations were excellent. Prisca de Kilipath always made sure we had the best experience.Verified
Radim Slezák2026-01-20A great experience for the whole family. We booked a three-day stay with Kilipath African Safari. Lydia was very helpful and accommodating from start to finish in planning the trip and arranging all the arrangements. After arriving in Arusha, we visited Tarangire on the first day, and the next day we drove to the Ngorongoro Crater with the same driver, Mayunga. We were happy that we were able to observe wild animals such as elephants, zebras, giraffes, leopards, lions, hippos, flamingos, buffaloes and others in their natural environment of beautiful nature. We were also lucky and saw the big five, although the rhino was very far away, at least that's what the driver told us. :) The driver was very communicative and was able to answer our questions about not only the animals, but also the lives of the local people, interesting facts from history and some information about tribal conflicts. On the third day, together with our guides Lydia and Geofrey, we visited the Materuni waterfall with a breathtaking view of Kilimanjaro. During the ride to the waterfall, we used the time to chat with our guides and learned a lot of interesting information about the life and customs of the people of Tanzania. After swimming in the waterfall, we visited a local village for lunch with a demonstration of coffee processing, including roasting and subsequent tasting. At our request, the guides took us to a shop with truly beautiful goods, where we bought local pictures in the Tinga tinga style. :) All services provided and arranged by Kilipath African Safari were at a professional level and we recommend this trip to the mainland.







