Karatu is a small town in the Arusha District, excellently positioned on the borders of Lake Manyara National Park and Ngorongoro Crater, giving it the nickname 'Safari Junction'.

It is frequently utilized as a quick stopover in between safari expeditions or as a less expensive lodging alternative than staying on the rim of the Crater and within Lake Manyara National Park.

[2] The Karatu Market - On the 7th and 25th of each month, local sellers will gather in Karatu for a large market, giving you the opportunity to admire finely created things, purchase souvenirs, and practice your haggling abilities.

[3] The Iraqw, a primarily Christian people, are the dominant tribe of Karatu.

They are farmers who gain from selling cultural artifacts such as pottery to tourists going to and from the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.