Title: Things to Do in Karatu in 2026 | Expedia.com [Karatu Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Karatu.dx6145077)[Hotels in Karatu](https://expedia.com/Karatu-Hotels.d6145077.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Karatu](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Karatu.d6145077.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Karatu](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Karatu.d6145077.Car-Rental-Guide)[Karatu Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Karatu.d6145077.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Karatu ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Karatu Types of activities [Karatu Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Karatu.dx6145077) ![Landscape of Ngorongoro crater - Herd of wild animals grazing on grassland - herd of zebra and wildebeests (also known as gnus) at sunset - Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania, Africa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025766/49808725-5dd2-4987-b458-a8c672edb231.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Landscape of Ngorongoro crater - Herd of wild animals grazing on grassland - herd of zebra and wildebeests (also known as gnus) at sunset - Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania, Africa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025766/49808725-5dd2-4987-b458-a8c672edb231.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025766/7bd59a73-69f8-41c8-805e-5b0fd3f7d281.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Zebras and flamingos in the Ngorongoro Crater](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025766/e72ce7cf-74ca-4515-b2f8-13ab284f7579.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![0_5df3601c-7647-4e7f-8b9d-74aa2449251c_raw](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025766/301d30e8-566f-4b15-90f9-d7d05232cb9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Karatu Attractions You won't have any problem finding exciting things to do in Karatu. 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6145077) ## Recommended things to do in Karatu | Number of things to do | 47 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Full Day Private Jozani Forest and Zanzibar Spice Tour](/things-to-do/full-day-private-jozani-forest-and-zanzibar-spice-tour.a48969237.activity-details): $85 | | Top 5 things to do | [Day Trip To Bushman](/things-to-do/day-trip-to-bushman.a2066369.activity-details)[5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai](/things-to-do/5-days-camping-tarangire-serengeti-ngorongoro-crater-visiting-maasai.a2155958.activity-details)[Animals Migration in Serengeti national Park 6 Days Safaris](/things-to-do/animals-migration-in-serengeti-national-park-6-days-safaris.a2078555.activity-details)[4 Days Cultural Tour to Mto wa Mbu Lake Eyasi & Lake Natron](/things-to-do/4-days-cultural-tour-to-mto-wa-mbu-lake-eyasi-lake-natron.a50374291.activity-details)[3-Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari with Guide](/things-to-do/3-day-serengeti-and-ngorongoro-safari-with-guide.a50734991.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Day Trip To Bushman](/things-to-do/day-trip-to-bushman.a2066369.activity-details)[5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai](/things-to-do/5-days-camping-tarangire-serengeti-ngorongoro-crater-visiting-maasai.a2155958.activity-details)[Animals Migration in Serengeti national Park 6 Days Safaris](/things-to-do/animals-migration-in-serengeti-national-park-6-days-safaris.a2078555.activity-details)[3-Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Safari with Guide](/things-to-do/3-day-serengeti-and-ngorongoro-safari-with-guide.a50734991.activity-details)[3 Days Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater Safari](/things-to-do/3-days-serengeti-and-ngorongoro-crater-safari.a50010021.activity-details) | ## What to do in Karatu - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Karatu Leave your wallet in the hotel. It's possible to have a blast in Karatu without spending a cent. **Karatu Playground** \- Organize a picnic date and enjoy a relaxing stroll around the trees and shrubs. ### Things to Do in Karatu with Kids You'll find plenty of fun activities to do with your kids in and around Karatu. Keep everyone happy with our [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6145077&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly). --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Karatu? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Karatu #### 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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Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Karatu ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058977/b018e648-7bb9-4771-8809-9639d0d4b2c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lake Manyara National Park ![Overlooking Ngorongoro Crater](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/850886072551428096/bdda0029-ec5d-428f-a304-4e9c5778d9f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ngorongoro ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Karatu worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Karatu? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Karatu? ### Is three days enough to stay in Karatu? ### What are some activities to do in Karatu with kids? > - [Day Trip To Bushman](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/day-trip-to-bushman.a2066369.activity-details) > - [5 Days Camping Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro crater & Visiting Maasai](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/5-days-camping-tarangire-serengeti-ngorongoro-crater-visiting-maasai.a2155958.activity-details) > - 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