Karatu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A monkey with a baby.
A savannah landscape with zebras and wildebeests grazing, surrounded by trees and hills.
Zebras grazing in a grassy field with a mountainous backdrop.
Zebras near a water body with a large flock of flamingos in the background.
A river with rocks and reeds, a grassy field, and distant mountains.
Skylark Hotel

Skylark Hotel

3.5 out of 5
P.O.Box 105 Karatu Arusha
The price is AU$148 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
AU$148
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Karatu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attraction Karatu Playground is located nearby.
Skylark Hotel
Patamu Restaurant & Lodge

Patamu Restaurant & Lodge

2.5 out of 5
Sumawe Road, Karatu Tanzania Karatu Manyara Region
Fully refundable
The price is AU$89 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
AU$89
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Karatu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attraction Karatu Playground is located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Fantastic bar restaurant setup, meals good, staff good, room good and close to major game parks. Great price too."

Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Patamu Restaurant & Lodge
Lilac Elevate Inn

Lilac Elevate Inn

3.5 out of 5
B144 PO 388 Karatu Arusha Region
The price is AU$72 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$72
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Karatu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attraction Karatu Playground is located nearby.
Lilac Elevate Inn
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Unique Homestay B - 2 Bedroom with swimming and Free Wi-fi

Unique Homestay B - 2 Bedroom with swimming and Free Wi-fi

Arusha Arusha Region
Stay at this apartment in Karatu. Popular attraction Karatu Playground is located nearby.
Unique Homestay B - 2 Bedroom with swimming and Free Wi-fi
Jambo Rooms-the B&B In Karatu

Jambo Rooms-the B&B In Karatu

3 out of 5
Karatu Arusha
Stay at this business-friendly holiday home in Karatu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attraction Karatu Playground is located ...
4/10 (1 review)
"It was very difficult to find a location for this accommodation before arriving. The only internet location we had been able to find, was incorrect. We had to phone the number provided then pay someone to lead us there. The sitting area was nice and there was plenty of ventilation. In a mosquito ..."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2018

Jambo Rooms-the B&B In Karatu
Lilac Hideaway

Lilac Hideaway

4 out of 5
Sabato Ganako Karatu Arusha Region
Stay at this villa in Karatu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attraction Karatu Playground is located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Customer Service top priority!
"We had a great stay at lilac hideaway but the thing that stood out most are the way they stepped up to help guests with travel plans We rented a dud 4x4 and it would not start after we checked in - but Eli jumped in an d organized mechanics to come and then drove with us to take the car to the mechanics ..."

Reviewed on 4 July 2025

Lilac Hideaway
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Karatu attractions

Karatu Playground

After visiting Karatu Playground, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Karatu. Wander the parks and gardens while you're in the area.
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Activities

5 Multi‐Day Safari Journey Wildlife Experience

5 Multi‐Day Flyin Safari To Tanzania Major Parks With Cultural

AU$4,146
per adult
5 Multi‐Day Flyin Safari To Tanzania Major Parks With Cultural
4 Day Private Safari Zanzibar to Serengeti and Ngorongoro

4 Day Private Safari Zanzibar to Serengeti and Ngorongoro

AU$5,009
per adult
4 Day Private Safari Zanzibar to Serengeti and Ngorongoro
From Tanzania: 6-Day All Inclusive Group safari and Camping Tour

From Tanzania: 6-Day All Inclusive Group safari and Camping Tour

AU$2,147
per adult
From Tanzania: 6-Day All Inclusive Group safari and Camping Tour
4 Days / 3 Nights Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro and Serengeti

4 Days / 3 Nights Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro and Serengeti

AU$2,433
per adult
4 Days / 3 Nights Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro and Serengeti
5 Day Budget Friendly Group Camping Safari in Tanzania

5 Day Budget Friendly Group Camping Safari in Tanzania

AU$1,861
per adult
5 Day Budget Friendly Group Camping Safari in Tanzania
Lake Manyara National Park Guided Day Tour from Arusha

Private Day Trip To Lake Manyara National Park

AU$1,023
per traveller
Private Day Trip To Lake Manyara National Park
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