Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Tour
Where Humanity Began — UNESCO World Heritage Site
About This Tour
Journey to the very birthplace of humanity at the Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site just an hour from Johannesburg. This extraordinary landscape of rolling grassland and ancient limestone caves has yielded more hominid fossils than anywhere else on Earth — including "Mrs Ples" and "Little Foot", dating back over 3 million years.
Begin at the award-winning Maropeng Visitor Centre, where an underground boat ride through simulated lava, ice, and ocean environments traces Earth's 4.6 billion-year history. Interactive exhibits bring human evolution to life in a way that fascinates adults and children alike.
Then descend into the ancient Sterkfontein Caves — a network of underground chambers where some of the most significant palaeontological discoveries in history were made. Your guide explains how teams of scientists continue to excavate here today, making new discoveries that reshape our understanding of human origins.
Highlights
What's Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Maropeng entrance
- Sterkfontein Caves entrance
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not Included
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
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