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Cradle of Humankind Cave and Maropeng half day from Johannesburg
Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
$115.07
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The Cradle of Humankind invites you to delve into the fascinating world of paleontology and archaeology, tracing the footsteps of the legendary Charles Darwin. This immersive experience will enrich your understanding of evolution, from the ancient Australopithecus to the emergence of Homo sapiens.
- 🏷️ Cradle of Humankind Tour: This comprehensive package includes visits to the Sterkfontein Caves and Maropeng, providing a deep dive into our origins.
- 🚐 Pickup included from locations within 2.8 miles (4.5 km) of the tour starting point, ensuring a hassle-free journey.
- 🌍 Enjoy a 5-hour guided tour led by an expert in English, who will share insights into our rich heritage and the evolution of humankind.
- 💧 Stay refreshed with complimentary bottled water provided throughout the experience.
- 🦴 Explore the Sterkfontein Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where significant hominid fossils were discovered, shedding light on our ancient ancestors.
- 🏛️ Visit the Maropeng Visitor Centre, where you can learn about the fascinating history of human existence and the story of "Mrs. Ples."
- 🔥 Discover the lifestyle of early hominids, including how they adapted to their environment and utilized natural resources for survival.
- 🔍 Marvel at replicas of fossils found in the area, and if you're lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of authentic fossils.
- ♿ The tour is wheelchair accessible, making it inclusive for all guests, including those with infants in strollers.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
The Cradle of Humankind tour, Sterkfontein caves and Maropeng
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 5 hours
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- In-person guide is also the driver
Meeting point
It is directly opposite sandton towers
Return details
It is directly opposite sandton towers
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Sterkfontein CaveSterkfotein Caves is situated on the borders of the Cradle of Humankind, which is one of the World's Heritage Sites in South Africa. In 1949 R. Broom discovered the Skulp of "Mrs. Ples" Plesiathorous Transvalensis, which belongs to the family of the Australopithecus Africanus (WildApes of Africa). This simply means that The Hominids roamed the land around 3 Million years ago, but because of Natural Catastrophic events, the Sps had to undergo some serious changes. Evolution took its cause and Homo Robust, H. Erectus, H. Habilis and Homo Sapiens (The class that humans belong to) came to life. with all this happening Pangea broke into Gondwana and Laurasia, and the species had to adapt to different worlds. Because this is all Hypotheyicaly speaking, we are still in search of the missing link, so come and explore the Cradle and see if you might be a discoverer
- One of two international airports situated in Gauteng Province (pass by)
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Maropeng Visitor CentreMaropeng is a Setswana word for Home, the Place of our Origin. In English, when one says there is no place like home, Batswana would say Maropeng go a boela. This exhibition center has incredible information about Mrs Ples and human existence. experience the lifestyle of the Hominids. Tumulus, Representing the Caves that Hominids lived in and stealing natural caused fire into the caves to warm themselves during winter months Elements of the natural causes. Go through how Earth was formed, Ice, Wind, Fire, and Earth. Also, see some Replicas of several fossils discovered in the area surrounding The Cradle of Humankind, and you are lucky enough you might even see some real fossils
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Cradle of Humankind Cave and Maropeng half day from Johannesburg
Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
$115.07
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!