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Cradle of Humankind Sterkfontein Caves and Soweto Tour
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Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Exploring the Sterkfontein Caves and understanding the rich prehistoric and historical context they offer is an incredible experience that intertwines natural history with the socio-political journey of South Africa, particularly focusing on Soweto during and after Apartheid.
Highlights
7 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Entrance fee
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Alcoholic Beverages
Itinerary
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The Cradle of Humankind
Your exploration of humanity's journey encompasses our biological origins, cultural evolution, geological foundations, and struggles for freedom.
08:30: Depart hotel (1hr drive to Sterkfontein).
10:00–12:00 Sterkfontein Caves Tour:
Fossils: See replicas of "Mrs. Ples" (2.1M-year-old Australopithecus skull) and "Little Foot" (3.7M-year-old skeleton).
Afternoon: Soweto (13:00–16:00)
*40-min drive from Sterkfontein
Soweto Class Contrasts
Upper: Beverly Hills (gated mansions).
Middle: Orlando East (brick homes, small businesses).
Lower: Kliptown (tin shacks, no electricity).
Hostels & Baragwanath Hospital
Orlando Towers
Vilakazi Street
Mandela & Tutu house
Lunch Break at local restaurant
Hector Pieterson Memorial sites
Powerful exhibits on the 1976 student uprising. Site of Sam Nzima’s iconic photo.
Soccer City Stadium
Drive-by view of the "Calabash" (2010 FIFA World Cup final venue).
Informal Settlement Walk (Optional Walk 15-20 mins):
7 hours
Cradle of Humankind Sterkfontein Caves and Soweto Tour
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Exploring the Sterkfontein Caves and understanding the rich prehistoric and historical context they offer is an incredible experience that intertwines natural history with the socio-political journey of South Africa, particularly focusing on Soweto during and after Apartheid.
