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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.
Guided tour of the Sterkfontein Caves
Guided tour of the Maropeng Museum or Visitors center
Air conditioned vehicle
Attention to detail, personal service and a simply wonderful experience could not adequately describe the fantastic tours we had with thiya for both the township tour . Use this group in Cape Town highly recommended.
UK
Another fabulous trip and I just loved the huge colony of penguins. The whole day trip was magic with baboons running around our feet at Cape of Good Hope and the feeling of being at the bottom of the world as you looked out to sea. Well worth doing
USA
We were recommended to Thiya Tours by our neighbours on our cruise ship and we are so glad we took their recommendation.
Williston, Vermont
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.
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
Our Tailor-made Tour packages are designed to suit all kinds of travellers, and it covers all popular South Africa destinations that are worth a visit.
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Attention to detail, personal service and a simply wonderful experience could not adequately describe the fantastic tours we had with thiya for both the township tour . Use this group in Cape Town highly recommended.
All very well thought out and implemented.
Another fabulous trip and I just loved the huge colony of penguins. The whole day trip was magic with baboons running around our feet at Cape of Good Hope and the feeling of being at the bottom of the world as you looked out to sea. Well worth doing
All very well thought out and implemented.
We were recommended to Thiya Tours by our neighbours on our cruise ship and we are so glad we took their recommendation.
All very well thought out and implemented.
My husband and I went to Ireland in September 2017 using Great Value Vacations and we have no regrets. This was the perfect offer for us from Great Value Vacations, allowing us to extend the length of stay, add a car rental and choose our own B&Bs.
All very well thought out and implemented.
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