Banana Kingdom

The Banana Kingdom is the first kingdom linked to the D Barrel which appears in Donkey Kong Jungle Beat. The kingdom is located in a vast green Jungle. The Banana Kingdom can be accessed by completing the Opening Ceremony stage. The Banana Kingdom is the dominion of Dread Kong and Helper Monkeys. Donkey Kong travels through this kingdom to defeat Dread Kong. At the end of each level in the early kingdom, Donkey Kong must eat a giant banana to finish the level.

Dawn Savanna
Dawn Savanna is the first area of the Banana Kingdom. This level is takes place on a grassland with many hills. Donkey Kong is aided by Combo Fairies and Helper Monkeys here. Donkey Kong also uses his vine swinging and climbing abilities to reach inaccessible areas. On this level, many new gameplay features are introduced to the player.

Deep Jungle
Jungle Deeps is the second area of the Banana Kingdom. The level takes place in a large jungle. Donkey Kong uses flowers to fling himself to high areas. He also harnesses the power of the mushrooms by clapping, causing a trampoline effect. Donkey Kong's first Animal Buddy is introduced in this level. With the help of Flurl the Squirrel, Donkey Kong glides his way to the exit. After the level is completed, Donkey Kong fights Dread Kong on top of a raging river.