Cradle of Human Kind and Sterkfontein Caves Tour

5.0 (1 reviews) Johannesburg, South Africa
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Duration5h
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
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Overview

Discover Where It All Began – Book Your Journey into Human Origins Today!
Join us for a fascinating full-day experience at the Cradle of Humankind, where science meets storytelling. Explore the world-famous Sterkfontein Caves, home to some of the oldest hominid fossils ever discovered—including Mrs Ples and Little Foot. Then, enjoy a thought-provoking visit to the Maropeng Visitor Centre, where interactive exhibits and a time-travel boat ride bring our evolutionary journey to life.

Perfect for families, history lovers, and curious minds, this tour offers unforgettable insights into our shared human past—set against the scenic backdrop of Gauteng’s ancient landscapes.

-Includes transport, expert guide, and entrance fees.
-Limited slots available—book now on Viator to secure your spot!

What's included

  • WiFi on board
  • Bottled water
  • Professional and registered tour guide
  • Personal Purchases

What to expect

  1. Sterkfontein Cave
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Discover the Sterkfontein Caves, a UNESCO-designated site in the heart of the Cradle of Humankind, just 40 km northwest of Johannesburg in Gauteng . Explore the limestone caverns that have unveiled some of humanity’s earliest ancestors, including the famed “Mrs Ples” and the nearly complete skeleton of “Little Foot” .
  2. Maropeng Visitor Centre
    1h · Admission ticket included
    A World Heritage Centre of Global Significance

    Maropeng is the official gateway to the Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO site since 1999 and one of the planet’s richest fossil landscapes—home to over a thousand hominid fossils, including world-changing finds like Australopithecus africanus and Homo naledi .

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Please meet your guide at Holiday Inn Rosebank Sandton(South Africa ) at the hop and hop off bus stop, look for the guide wearing a green T- Shirt with Roam Afrika logo and a sign that reads Cradle of human kind Tour.
If you being picked up from a hotel : Please be ready for pick up atleast 15 minutes before pick up time.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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