Johannesburg: Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Caves Tour
ID: GYG905989-1660679
Category:
Country: South Africa
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Explore the Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Sterkfontein Caves. Visit the Maropeng Visitor Center and learn about the evolution of humankind.
Explore the Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most significant archaeological sites in the world. Discover the Sterkfontein Caves, known as the "anthropological treasure house of the world," which contain one-third of the world's hominid fossils.
Learn about the discovery of "Mrs. Ples" in 1947 and "Little Foot" in 1998, nearly complete remains of Australopithecus Africanus. Hear about the 2008 discovery of "Sediba" by Professor Lee Berger.
Visit the Tumulus at Maropeng, the main visitor and interpretation center for the Cradle. Designed to resemble a grass-covered ancient burial mound, the museum features exhibitions on the formation of fossils and the evolution of humankind.
Enjoy interactive displays and a magical underground boat cruise, making this tour both educational and fun.
Highlights
- Discover the Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Explore the Sterkfontein Caves, home to one-third of the world's hominid fossils
- Visit the Maropeng Visitor Center and learn about the evolution of humankind
- Enjoy interactive displays and a magical underground boat cruise
- See the site where “Mrs Ples” and “Little Foot” were discovered
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Cradle of Humankind is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
The site contains one third of the World's hominid fossils
The Tumulus at Maropeng is designed to resemble an ancient burial mound
INCLUDED
- Transport to the Cradle of Humankind
- Tour of Sterkfontein Caves
- Entry to Maropeng Visitor Centre
- Entry to Sterkfontein Caves
- Interactive displays
- Underground boat cruise
- bottled water
NOT INCLUDED
- Food and drinks
- Personal purchases
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
