Cullinan Diamond Mine Tour Discover the Legendary Gem

5.0 (3 reviews) Pretoria, South Africa
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 50 travelers

Overview

Explore the legendary Cullinan Diamond Mine, home to the world’s most famous diamond weighing 3,106 carats. This engaging surface tour offers insight into the diamond mining process through interactive exhibits, including a captivating video presentation and a visit to the impressive Cullinan Big Hole, larger than Kimberley’s famed site. Guests will also enjoy a diamond display room, historical mining models, and the opportunity to shop at the on-site jewelry boutique. Perfect for those aged 10 and up, the tour is conducted by certified guides, ensuring a safe and enriching educational experience.

- Duration: 2-hour guided tour available daily at 10h00AM and 12h00PM
- Explore the history and process of diamond mining with expert guidance
- Visit the Cullinan Big Hole and other significant mining features
- Pickup and drop-off services available at additional cost

What's included

  • Entrance fee
  • Bottled water

What to expect

  1. Cullinan Diamond Mine
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Discover the legacy of the world’s most famous diamond at the iconic Cullinan Diamond Mine—home to the Cullinan Diamond, an extraordinary gem weighing 3,106 carats. This guided surface tour is more than just a visit—it's an immersive educational journey into the fascinating world of diamond mining.

    Our tour is thoughtfully curated to provide guests with a comprehensive overview of the mining process:
    • Begin your experience with a captivating video that offers rare insight into the intricacies of diamond extraction and the mining environment.
    • Diamond Display Room: view realistic replicas of famous diamonds and learn about their formation, discovery.
    •Explore a scale model of the underground tunnels.
    View the original skip from Shaft 1 and stroll past the old mine plant.
    •One of the tour’s highlights is the Cullinan Big Hole, even larger than the renowned Kimberley Big Hole—an awe-inspiring sight that captures the scale of the mine’s operations.
    • Jewelry Boutique Visit

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting Point: Fundani Tours Office.
Please meet your guide at our outdoor seating area located between two large Oak trees, right outside our office. Your guide will be easy to spot—wearing a reflector vest and a yellow hard hat.

End point

Meeting Point: Fundani Tours Office.
Please meet your guide at our outdoor seating area located between two large Oak trees, right outside our office. Your guide will be easy to spot—wearing a reflector vest and a yellow hard hat.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 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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