Private Cradle of Humankind and Sterkfontein Full Day Tour

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Tour Overview

Enjoy your day discovering more about human evolution at the Cradle of Humankind and Sterkfontein Caves. Learn about the history of this place and the significance it holds with fossils dating back of over a million years ago.

Available

09/28/2020 -

Tour Type

Private Day Experience

Languages

English,French

Physical Difficulty

Easy

Tour Start At

9:00 AM

Durations

8 hours


Tour Description


Quick info

Known as one of the eight World Heritage Sites in South Africa, the Cradle of Humankind is just less than an hours drive from Johannesburg. Enjoy a guided tour of the Sterkfontein Caves that  is owned by the University of Witswatersrand, whose scientists are responsible for the main excavations that have taken place at the World Heritage Site. They are credited with many of the significant discoveries in the caves such as the famous fossils named Mrs. Du Ples and Little Foot, the latter being an almost complete Australopithecus skeleton dating back more than 3 million years. 

Do this because
  • Get a guided tour of the caves
  • Learn more about the human evolution 
  • Get to see some of the fossils/remains that were discovered 
What is Included:
  • Private tour guide-driver, vehicle and fuel
  • Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
  • Bottled water
  • Entrance fees to attractions specified
What's Excluded:
  • All Meals and Drinks 
  • Gratuities (Optional)

Tour Highlights


Highlights:
  • Sterkfontein Caves guided tour
  • A visit to Maropeng Visitors Centre
  • Lunch with views of Cradle of Humankind from the restaurant
  • Personalized tour with driver-guide in a luxury air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi

Tour Includes


Know before you go:
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
  • Infants seats are available - Write in the notes how many seats and age(s) of kids
  • Stroller accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible at certain attractions 
  • Near public transport
  • Children below 15 years must be accompanied by an adult
  • Most travelers can participate

Tour Exclusions

Additional Info


What to bring:
  • A jacket or a jersey as the weather can change at any time
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • Cash - South African currency (ZAR) and all major credits cards are accepted at places of interests
  • Sunscreen and a hat or a small umbrella
  • Camera or a full charged cellphone to capture memorable moments
Meeting point:

Pick up will be at your accommodation in Johannesburg at 09:00 am to maximize the day's activities, but you are welcome to inform us should you prefer a different pick-up time. Drop off will be at your accommodation in Johannesburg.

Cancellation Policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Tour Attractions & What To Expect

ARRIVAL

You will be collected from the airport (applies to multi day tours and safaris only) not day tours.

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