Embark on a captivating tour of the Cradle of Humankind, a World Heritage Site that offers a fascinating glimpse into human history. Explore the museum and discover remarkable fossil findings that shed light on our ancient ancestors.
Embark on a captivating tour of the Cradle of Humankind, a World Heritage Site that offers a fascinating glimpse into human history. Explore the museum and discover remarkable fossil findings that shed light on our ancient ancestors.
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Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site - A visit to the Cradle of Humankind, with its two visitor centers, is unforgettable. The main center at Maropeng Museum is filled with engaging, interactive exhibits, while a smaller center serves as the entrance to the intriguing Sterkfontein Caves, revealing their ancient secrets.
The Maropeng Visitor…
- Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site - A visit to the Cradle of Humankind, with its two visitor centers, is unforgettable. The main center at Maropeng Museum is filled with engaging, interactive exhibits, while a smaller center serves as the entrance to the intriguing Sterkfontein Caves, revealing their ancient secrets.
The Maropeng Visitor Centre offers a thrilling, world-class exhibition that highlights the evolution of humans and our ancestors over millions of years.
Upon arrival, visitors will encounter a large burial mound known as the Tumulus, marking the beginning of a journey into the mysteries of our origins.
Adventure: Explore 2500m² of exhibits, including an underground boat ride.
Award-winning: Recipient of the 2008 Tourist Attraction category at the South African Tourism Welcome Awards, among many others.
The tour pick-up time is scheduled for 9:30 am from the tourist hotel, which is a 1 hour and 30-minute drive from Johannesburg.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE STERKFONTEIN CAVES ARE OPEN FROM TUESDAY TO SUNDAY EACH WEEK.
- A bottle of water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and/or taxes
- A bottle of water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and/or taxes
- Drinks
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks
- Food and drinks, other than the “value added offers” specified in your guidebook
- Lunch
- Drinks
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks
- Food and drinks, other than the “value added offers” specified in your guidebook
- Lunch
In 1999, the Cradle of Humankind was designated a World Heritage Site due to its outstanding contribution to our understanding of human history, spanning over 3 million years. The area boasts 15 significant fossil sites, with the Sterkfontein Caves being the most renowned.
The Sterkfontein Caves are famous for the discovery of the fossils “Mrs Ples” and…
In 1999, the Cradle of Humankind was designated a World Heritage Site due to its outstanding contribution to our understanding of human history, spanning over 3 million years. The area boasts 15 significant fossil sites, with the Sterkfontein Caves being the most renowned.
The Sterkfontein Caves are famous for the discovery of the fossils “Mrs Ples” and “Little Foot,” along with thousands of other hominid fossils, which are ancestors of humans, as well as fossils of plants and animals.
The Cradle of Humankind has yielded more hominid fossils than any other location on the planet. This tour offers access to exhibits and provides a comprehensive view of these extraordinary fossil discoveries.
- casual dress code
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
