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Cradle of Humankind tour: Sterkfontein Caves and Maropeng Centre

5.0(1)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 reviews7 hFree cancellationBy LBK Tours
Cradle of Humankind tour: Sterkfontein Caves and Maropeng Centre

About this activity

Discover Sterkfontein Caves in the Cradle of Humankind which was declared A WORLD HERITAGE SITE by UNESCO in 1999, because of its exceptional contribution to our understanding of Humankind History, and development over more than 3 million years.

The Ape-man skull discovered by Robert Broom in 1947 is one of the fossils on display.

The skull was later named Mrs Ples.

It rocketed Sterkfontein Caves into World prominence.The skull is estimated to be more than 2.3 million years old.

Professor Ron Clarke discovered the little foot; an almost complete hominid skeleton aged about 3.5 million years old.

Homo sapiens, the species to which we all belong, evolved at the Cradle of Humankind..

We combine Sterkfontein caves tour with Maropeng Visitor Centre tour.

Maropeng is the World Class Visitor Centre situated about 11 kilometers from Sterkfontein Caves.

It has a Bigger Exhibition housed in the unique Tumulus building structured to symbolise the caves where fossils were discovered.

What's included

  • ✓Entrance and guided tour
  • ✓Pick up and drop off in an air conditioned vehicle
  • ✓Helmet

Not included

  • ✕Optional
  • ✕Items of personal interest at the shops

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 a high level of physical fitness
  • You need to wear comfortable closed shoes and pants.
  • Not recommended for people who are claustrophobic and people with chest problems.
  • Not recommended for unfit individuals

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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