Maropeng, Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Caves trip from Johannesburg

3.0 (1 reviews) Pretoria, South Africa
Duration6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers
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Overview

Experience the birthplace of life, first-hand. The Cradle of Humankind is one of eight world heritage sites in South Africa boasting 13 excavation sites that’s recognised worldwide. The first Hominid Fossil was discovered in 1924. Visit the Maropeng (meaning “returning to the place of origin”) Museum. Discover some of the animal species that became extinct in the last century and see how humans are busy destroying the earth in real-time. Our tour continues to the Sterkfontein Caves, one of the richest and most productive Palaeo-anthropological sites in the world that forms part of the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site.

What's included

  • Entrance into maropeng, cradle of humakind
  • Entrance into Sterkfontein Caves
  • Malapa Museum experience (alternative when Sterkfontein Caves is closed)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. Maropeng Visitor Centre
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Visit the Maropeng (meaning “returning to the place of origin” ) Museum and witness how we evolved into the people we are today, discover some of the animal species that became extinct in the last century and see how humans are busy destroying the earth in real-time.
  2. Sterkfontein Cave
    1h · Admission ticket included
    One of the richest and most productive Palaeo-anthropological sites in the world that forms part of the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site. Amongst the most remarkable findings to have been made by numerous world famous scientists within the Cradle of Humankind is the famous Mrs. Ples, the first complete Australopithecus skull to be discovered and more recently, “Little Foot”, a 4.17 million-year-old almost complete ape-man skeleton that was discovered in the same caves

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Please meet in the front lobby of the hotel.
If your hotel is not mentioned on the list, please contact us at least 48 hours prior to departure in order for us to confirm we are able to pick up and drop off at your hotel.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Should the Sterkfontein Caves be closed, the alternative stop is The Malapa Museum - This unforgettable experience takes visitors on a journey into the past, exploring some of the most important discoveries that have made this region famous for helping us understand humankind’s deep African origins.
  • Min 2 adults are required

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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