Unlock Every Banandium Gem in Donkey Kong Bananza’s Canyon Layer – Complete Guide!
Canyon Layer Banandium Gem Locations in Donkey Kong Bananza
If you’re diving into the Canyon Layer of Donkey Kong Bananza, you’re in for a treat—and a challenge. This third layer is packed with Banandium Gems hidden in tricky spots, including caves, cliffs, and even inside moving walls. The environment is unique, with giraffe-shaped crystals and towering smokestacks adding flavor to your adventure. Let’s break down where to find all these precious gems so you can collect every last one!
- Overview of the Canyon Layer and its challenges
- Detailed locations of Banandium Gems in Sublayer 300
- How to navigate Sublayers 301 and 302 for more gems
- Tips for unlocking post-game gems and special challenges
Getting Started in the Canyon Layer
The Canyon Layer is the third major area you land in after completing the Hilltop Layer. Right after you drop in, you’ll notice the environment is full of crystalline structures and unique landmarks. The Banandium Gems are hidden everywhere—some require smashing walls, others demand completing battle challenges or clever platforming.
For example, the first Banandium Gem you’ll find is right at the bottom of the hole you jump down into after finishing the Hilltop Layer. From there, you’ll explore caves behind breakable walls, climb ladders up smokestacks, and even smash floating blocks in timed challenges to collect more gems.
Top Banandium Gem Highlights in Sublayer 300
There are 60 Banandium Gems in Sublayer 300 alone. Here are some standout locations:
- Behind Tallfall Cliffs: Dig straight down from the Canyon Layer landing spot to find a hidden cave behind a breakable wall.
- Scenic Smokestack View: Climb the ladder atop a tower for a gem with a view.
- Battle Challenges: Defeat groups like the Exploding Pork Platoon or Sturdy Pork Platoon to earn gems.
- Hidden Caves & Side Rooms: Explore caves near minecarts and village areas, smashing through walls or avoiding obstacles.
- Special Puzzle Challenges: Help Fractone creatures in underground warehouses to unlock gems.
Many gems require using the Kong Bananza skill to break through concrete or access secret areas. Some are rewards for smashing huge amounts of stone or feeding special growtone trees. Keep an eye out for interactive NPCs and challenge nodes scattered around the Longneck Plateau Village and surrounding areas.
Sublayers 301 and 302: More Gems and Post-Game Content
Once you move into Sublayer 301, you’ll find 19 additional Banandium Gems. These include:
- Battle challenges like the Laser-Wall Brawl and Leaps over the Laser
- Hidden hallways inside the Banandium Refinery
- Exploring staff dormitories and secret rooms
- Collecting rewards from defeating bosses like Mad Mixer
To reach some gems in Sublayer 301, you’ll often have to break concrete barriers or carefully navigate spinning laser zones. One gem even requires paying an NPC 600 gold to unlock a battle challenge.
In Sublayer 302, there’s a special post-game Banandium Gem available only after beating the main story. To get it, talk to Glamtone while wearing both DK’s Mining Helmet and Pauline’s Gold-Mining Gear outfit, which unlock once you finish the game.
Need More Help with Donkey Kong Bananza?
If you’re monkeying around and want to find Banandium Gems in other layers, or need tips on unlocking music discs, Ancient Bananza Powers, or the skill tree, there are guides ready to help you out. Check out detailed walkthroughs for the Lagoon Layer and Hilltop Layer to keep your collection growing!
Happy gem hunting, and may your Banandium collection be complete!
