Maropeng, Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Caves trip from Johannesburg
Experience the birthplace of life, first-hand. The Cradle of Humankind is one of eight world heritage sites in South Africa boasting 13 excavation sites that’s recognised worldwide. The first Hominid Fossil was discovered in 1924. Visit the Maropeng (meaning “returning to the place of origin”) Museum. Discover some of the animal species that became extinct in the last century and see how humans are busy destroying the earth in real-time. Our tour continues to the Sterkfontein Caves, one of the richest and most productive Palaeo-anthropological sites in the world that forms part of the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site.
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Maropeng, Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Caves trip from Johannesburg
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What's included in Maropeng, Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Caves trip from Johannesburg
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Maropeng Visitor Centre
Visit the Maropeng (meaning “returning to the place of origin” ) Museum and witness how we evolved into the people we are today, discover some of the animal species that became extinct in the last century and see how humans are busy destroying the earth in real-time.
Sterkfontein Cave
One of the richest and most productive Palaeo-anthropological sites in the world that forms part of the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site. Amongst the most remarkable findings to have been made by numerous world famous scientists within the Cradle of Humankind is the famous Mrs. Ples, the first complete Australopithecus skull to be discovered and more recently, “Little Foot”, a 4.17 million-year-old almost complete ape-man skeleton that was discovered in the same caves
Inclusions
- Entrance into maropeng, cradle of humakind
- Entrance into Sterkfontein Caves
- Malapa Museum experience (alternative when Sterkfontein Caves is closed)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- 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
- Due to extreme down pour, Sterkfontein Caves is closed and the alternative stop is at The Malapa Museum - This unforgettable experience takes visitors on a journey into the past, exploring some of the most important discoveries that have made this region famous for helping us understand humankind’s deep African origins.
- Min 2 adults are required
- Cullinan Guided Journeys strictly follow the SA Government approved TBCSA Health and Safety COVID-19 Protocols. Should guests present COVID-19 symptoms, COVID testing and quarantine will be at their own cost. We recommend that you ensure that your guests take adequate personal travel insurance cover before departure from home.
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Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
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Please meet in the front lobby of the hotel. If your hotel is not mentioned on the list, please contact us at least 48 hours prior to departure in order for us to confirm we are able to pick up and drop off at your hotel.
