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Exploration of the Cradle of Humankind: Sterkfontein Caves and Maropeng
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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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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.
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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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The Cradle of Humankind and Sterkfontein Caves tour will give you the opportunity to understand our true origin as human beings. They offer a clear explanation about the evolution process with a museum in place. Proceeding to Maropeng Visitors Centre which is 15 km drive from Sterkfontein Caves, there is a very creative way in which the history of humankind is told and an open museum of South African History which was recently created. This experience is indescribable, only to be visited. Welcome and you will not be disappointed. You will only discover yourself!
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lion Park Safari 1-Hour Tour
Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
Air-conditioned vehicle
Sterkfontein Caves and Maropeng
Bottled mineral water
All Meals and Drinks
Gratuities
Items of personal nature
Exploration of the Cradle of Humankind: Sterkfontein Caves and Maropeng
(2) Reviews
Sandton
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The Cradle of Humankind and Sterkfontein Caves tour will give you the opportunity to understand our true origin as human beings. They offer a clear explanation about the evolution process with a museum in place. Proceeding to Maropeng Visitors Centre which is 15 km drive from Sterkfontein Caves, there is a very creative way in which the history of humankind is told and an open museum of South African History which was recently created. This experience is indescribable, only to be visited. Welcome and you will not be disappointed. You will only discover yourself!
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lion Park Safari 1-Hour Tour
Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
Air-conditioned vehicle
Sterkfontein Caves and Maropeng
Bottled mineral water
All Meals and Drinks
Gratuities
Items of personal nature
Itinerary
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Sandton
Pick up at your hotel is confirmed 24hours before starting time. We will start our journey to the Cradle of Humankind proceeding through M5 passing Krugersdorp. Krugersdorp is a mining town in the West Rand founded in 1887. At Krugersdorp, we also pass Walter Sisulu Botanical Garden, proceeding to Mudersdrift situated northwest of Johannesburg between Johannesburg and Magaliesburg.
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Sterkfontein Caves
We stop at Sterkfontein Cave, as the guide assists guests with formalities before proceeding with the tour. The tour will start off at the fascinating display museum, where guests will see the cave formations and geology, early life forms, mammals, and hominid fossils. You will also be introduced to “Mrs. Ples”, the “Taung Child” and “Little Foot”. Thereafter you proceed to explore the caves where you will discover many hominid and other animal fossils dated more than 4 million years ago.
The caves are temporarily closed due to heavy rains. We awaiting further update.
2 hours
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Maropeng Visitor Centre
We make our way to Maropeng Visitor Centre, upon your arrival enjoy a self-guided tour to explore the centre the development of the planet and the evolution of the current world. At the centre, you will learn more about humankind born, encounter the stone tools that are 1 million years old.
2 hours
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Lion and Safari Park
Upon arrival at Lion Park, your guide will be there to assist through the entrance procedures. The park dedicated guide will address a few safari rules before departing on a shared game drive in a 4x4 vehicle. Depart for a 1-hour game drive the guide will be sharing their knowledge of the fauna and flora. On the safari drive, you will spot lions, wild dogs, antelopes, cheetahs. Thereafter an amazing thrilling safari experience, visit the giraffe center for a close encounter with the tallest animal and feed them while other animals are there. After a very authentic experience, purchase gifts at the curio shop.
2 hours
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Sandton
We return back to drop guests off at their pick-up location.