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LanguagesEnglish, French
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers
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Overview
The Cradle of Humanity, located just outside of Johannesburg, is one of South Africa's UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This unique site offers tours that provide insights into the origins of humankind in Africa. Visitors can learn firsthand what it means to be human by viewing the numerous fossils found here which explain human evolution.
Tour Highlights:
- The Dawn of Our Species: View some of the oldest evidence of human ancestors ever discovered.
- The Path to Modern Humans: Understand the evolutionary developments that have shaped Homo sapiens through millions of years.
- Defining Human Traits: Discover what attributes make humans unique in the animal kingdom.
Following the guided tour of the Cradle of Humanity, travelers will have the opportunity to explore the nearby Bathongo Wondercave. Also situated within the World Heritage Site, this cave offers further context about early humanity's emergence in South Africa.
What's included
Hotel drop-off
Bottled water
Driver/guide
Hotel pickup
Gratuities
Drinks
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Lunch
What to expect
The Cradle of Humankind
2h · Admission ticket included
The Cradle of Human Kind Museum is where the fossils are located and more information on the existence and discovery of human remains in Africa. We will get to understand why historians believe that a lot of us hail from Africa or we have an African heritage in our Blood.
Sterkfontein Cave
2h · Admission ticket included
Alright, now that we've explored the Cradle of Humankind Visitor Center, it's time to check out the Sterkfontein Caves - one of the world's most significant archeological sites. These caves have been hiding some incredible secrets for millions of years, and we're about to uncover them firsthand. Get ready to step back in time and discover where our ancestors once roamed!
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We pick up from all hotels in Johannesburg.
Additional information
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
