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Cradle of Human Kind and Sterkfontein Caves Tour

5.0/5 Johannesburg, Pretoria from Roam Afrika Tours and Safaris
  • Duration5 hours
  • Max Travelers10 people
  • Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
  • CategoryArchaeology Tours, Bus Tours

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!

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What's included

  • WiFi on board

  • Bottled water

  • Professional and registered tour guide

What's Not included

  • Personal Purchases

Itinerary

  • Discover the Sterkfontein Caves, a UNESCO-designated site in the heart of the Cradle of Humankind, just 40u202fkm northwest of Johannesburg in Gauteng . Explore the limestone caverns that have unveiled some of humanityu2019s earliest ancestors, including the famed u201cMrs Plesu201d and the nearly complete skeleton of u201cLittle Footu201d .

  • A World Heritage Centre of Global SignificancennMaropeng is the official gateway to the Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO site since 1999 and one of the planetu2019s richest fossil landscapesu2014home to over a thousand hominid fossils, including world-changing finds like Australopithecus africanus and Homo naledi .

Good to know

  • 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.

100% Refund 24 hours or more before the start time
0% Refund Less than 24 hours before the start time

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