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Exploration of the Cradle of Humankind: Sterkfontein Caves and Maropeng

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Highlights

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!

Itinerary

  • Sandton(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    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.
  • Sterkfontein Caves

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    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.
  • Maropeng Visitor Centre

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    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.
  • Lion and Safari Park

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Included
    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.
  • Sandton(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    We return back to drop guests off at their pick-up location.

What's included

INCLUDED

Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled mineral water
Entrance fees to places of interest

NOT INCLUDED

All Meals and Drinks
Gratuities
Items of personal nature
Lion Park Safari 1-Hour Tour (ZAR 430.00 per person)

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Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
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

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