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Cradle of Humankind Tour

The Cradle of Humankind is home to one of the most significant archaeological sites in the world and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In 1947 Dr Rorbert Broom and John Robinson discovered “Mrs Ples” and in 1998 Professor Ron Clarke discovered fossil fragments here which led to the location of “Little Foot” a nearly complete remains of Australopithecus Africanus. 1n 2008 Professor Lee Berger announced the discovery of “Sediba” also at the Cradle area.

The Sterkfontein Caves located in the heart of the Cradle of Humankind is described as the ‘anthropological treasure house of the world. It is the World's oldest and continuous most paleontological diggings, having been worked on for more than 60 years and contains one third of the World's hominid fossils.

The Tumulus at Maropeng is the main visitor and interpretation center for the Cradle. It is designed to resemble a grass -covered ancient burial mound from the outside. The museum comprises of exhibitions on the formation of fossils and the evolution of Humankind. The tour is both educational and great fun with interactive displays and magical underground boat cruises.

Highlights

Guided tour of the Sterkfontein Caves

Guided tour of the Maropeng Museum or Visitors center

Air conditioned vehicle

From R 1680 per person*
ZAR 2400 Per Single Traveller

Cradle Of Humankind Tour

Trip Start: Johannesburg
Trip End: Johannesburg
Itinerary
Cradle of Humankind Tour

Depart from Johannesburg or Pretoria in an air-conditioned vehicle

Enjoy a scenic view of the Cradle area situated 50 to 1 hour drive from the city from from the City. Explore the Sterkfontein Caves for 1-hour on an educational Guided tour of the underground cave.

After a 10 minutes drive we visit Maropeng Visitors Centre where you will be highlighted by a Guide then proceed on a magical boat road through an artificial underground cave that leads you to a Museum

Lunch at Maropeng is optional, the Tumulus restaurant offers the best views of the Cradle area.

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Included
  • Entrance fees
  • Air-conditioned tour vehicle
  • English-speaking guide
Excluded
  • Personal purchases
  • Food and drinks other than stated
Collection / Drop off

From your accommodation in Johannesburg or Pretoria at 07:30am for our morning tour and 13:00 for our afternoon tour

Drop off

After the tour at your hotel in Johannesburg or Pretoria.

Our half day tours can be combined to make it a full day experience depending on the time you have for the day

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