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Cradle of Humankind Caves Half Day Tour
- Duration5 hours
- Max Travelers14 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryArchaeology Tours, Bus Tours
Overview
A perfect way to spend half a day out in the caves if you have an interest in learning the history of humanity’s origins.
We are a team that creates memorable experiences for every group we host. Our start times (airport or hotel pickup time) are flexible based on your travel schedule & the site closing times.
We use luxury air-conditioned sedans and minivans based on group/family size.
Live commentary on the way to and from about the city of Johannesburg is provided so feel free to ask questions on any topic from politics to restaurant recommendations.
Should you wish to be dropped off at a different hotel, apartment or mall, this may be arranged so please inquire before the day of the trip.
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What's included
Private transportation
Safety helmet head gear & hand sanitizer is provided on arrival at the Caves.
Air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not included
No meals are provided on this half day tour. Resturaunts at both sites are available and have a menu with light meals and salads & all major bank cards are accepted at the rest
Itinerary
Part 1 of the tour starts at The Sterkfontein Caves which are world-famous for their fossil finds and are a popular visitor destination.nnAfter an extensive facelift in 2005, the Sterkfontein Caves site offers easy access to the caves with modern walkways and a boardwalk past the excavation site where globally acclaimed fossils have been discovered.nnThe most notable discoveries in the caves, including the world-famous fossils of Mrs Ples and Little Foot, the latter being an almost complete Australopithecus skeleton dating back more than three million years.nnA guided walk through the caves under 50 minutes will definitely showcase scientific proof of research on humanity and our origins. nnThis walk will NOT be suitable for individuals who struggle to walk, have breathing problems or claustrophobic.
Part 2 of the tour is a 50-minute (easy) walk through The Maropeng Welcome Centre.nnA narrative depicting the journey through time, starting with the formation of the planet and moving through the evolutionary processes that culminated in the world as we know it today.nnAn incredible opportunity to see fossils, learn about how humankind was born, view stone tools that are up to one million years old.
Good to know
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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.