Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site and cave Tour
Overview
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5 hours
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Visiting this location provides a chance to delve into the fascinating world of paleoanthropology, learn about our ancestors, and understand our evolutionary journey.
Additional Info
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
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Maropeng Visitor Centre
Maropeng is the official visitors’ centre for the Cradle of Humankind, a World Heritage Site within easy distance of Johannesburg and Pretoria. Its name means “returning to the place of origin” in Setswana, one of South Africa’s 11 official languages. At the Maropeng Visitor Centre you will journey back in time from the start of our universe, some 14 billion years ago, to the present and beyond. Inside the tumulus building, you'll find fun, interactive displays that could keep you occupied for a morning or even a whole day, whilst serving up plenty of food for thought about our future in the 21st century and beyond. The centre lies on the boundary of a 47 000-hectare area, which was recognised as a World Heritage Site in 1999. More than 1000 hominid fossils and several hominid species have been found in a network of limestone caves here, spanning a period of around three million years
Sterkfontein Cave
Discover the Secrets of Early Humans in the World-Famous Sterkfontein Caves Step into the depths of the world-renowned Sterkfontein Caves, where every step takes you millions of years back in time. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is more than just a cave—it's a portal to the past, revealing some of the most groundbreaking discoveries in human evolution. Famous for the "Mrs Ples" skull and the nearly complete 3.67-million-year-old "Little Foot" skeleton, Sterkfontein has yielded thousands of fossils that continues reshaping our understanding of human evolution.
What‘s Included
Admission fee
Air-conditioned vehicle
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Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful experience.
Excursion19555716760,Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was unique and the best tour guide in south africa by far. In the last two years, I have made four reservations with Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site and cave Tour Tours. In south africa , t are my first choice for anything.
Recommended by me!
Excursion40379223260,Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We are grateful that this site is recognised as a World Heritage Site. The inside is very stunning and wonderful. The tours are fantastic, and the staff is incredibly courteous and informed, answering all of your questions and making you feel valued. The other travellers make the trip the most enjoyable; it's exciting to be in groups and get to see the expanding collection.
Cradle of humankind and so much more
V582EOabdurr,Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This location is amazing; what a journey through human history! It's also appropriate for solo travel. Our amazing guide deserves special recognition for a welcoming, enjoyable, informed, and secure trip. Everything proceeded without a hitch. Along with the locations and their guides, he also taught us about the history, culture, and honest, first-hand experiences of modern-day Johannesburg. This tour is fantastic!
Great way to spend the day!
Compass58311333566,Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I bought the full day Cradle of Human Kind tour. They picked me up from my hotel Airbnb and I loved it! They helped me learn a lot about South Africa and I was very impressed, good service and they dropped me off at my hotel. I thank them very much for their service. Honest and legitimate travel business! Comfortable! I give this tour a 10/10.
A Wonderful Experience
Discover66028775132,Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A wonderful experience! The entire experience was enjoyable and welcoming thanks to Marvin and his team, who are incredible! incredibly informed as well; I appreciated his passion for the culture and discovered many interesting facts about Africa! They and the tour of the Cradle of Humankind are highly recommended! Excellent restaurant, museum, and caverns!
From ZAR 1,510.00
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