Cradle of Humankind Day Tours - South Africa Tours, Day Tour
Cradle of Humankind Day Tours
Enjoy half- and full-day tours to the Cradle of Humankind; an area of outstanding universal value, because it contains a complex of palaeo-anthropological sites, which have yielded some of the most valuable evidence, world-wide, of the origins of modern h
Tour Code: Spur/CoH
Depart From: Johannesburg
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Duration: 1 Days
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South Africa
Departures: Daily
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Tour Description
The Fossil Hominid Sites of Sterkfontein, Swartkrans, Kromdraai and Environs, known as the Cradle of Humankind, were declared a World Heritage Site on December 2 1999. It covers an area of over 47 000 ha of privately owned land in the north western corner of Gauteng.
The area is of outstanding universal value, because it contains a complex of palaeo-anthropological sites, which have yielded some of the most valuable evidence, world-wide, of the origins of modern humans, hence its name “ Cradle of Humankind”.
Embedded in the rocks found in the numerous dolomitic caves in the area, are the fossilised remains of hominids, their lithicultural remains and fossils of other plants, animals and pollen giving a virtually complete picture of the hominids and their surroundings, dating back over 4 million years.
Maropeng, which is a Setswana word meaning ‘returning to the place of our origins’, takes visitors on a fun and informative journey of discovery using spectacular methods to tell stories of the evolution of life and the origins of humankind. It denotes the universal relevance of the Cradle of Humankind as the ancestral home of all, no matter what colour, culture or creed.
Other attractions include a fully equipped conference centre, numerous eateries and a fabulous restaurant and bar, a Kiddies Cave and an underground boat ride.
Day Tours
All of the tours depart daily and the rates include complimentary return transfers from Johannesburg or Pretoria.
Included in the day tours are:
* All transfers to and from Attractions
* All entrance fees for Attractions and Excursions
* All tours to be conducted in Late Model Luxury, air-conditioned vehicles with public liability and passenger liability
* Professional English Speaking driver/guide
The single person rate applies if the tour departs with one person only. Should a single person joins a departure which already has 2 or more persons booked, the normal rate would apply for single persons.
No children under 8 years allowed.
Half Day Maropeng, Cradle of Mankind Tour (JDT14)
Who’s your Daddy? This is the catch phrase used by the brand new State of the Art Maropeng Museum, a few minutes drive from the Sterkfontein caves. A visit to the museum takes you on an incredible journey back in time, literally millions of years. Its main attraction is an underground lake where you can experience the elements first hand in a controlled environment. Evolution is the key to this magnificent venue…have you evolved? Come find out at Maropeng.
Start: Johannesburg Hotels
Departure: Daily 09H00 & 13H00
Tour Length: 5 hours
Excluded: Lunch
Rates & Enquiries
Half Day Maropeng & The Cradle of Humankind (incl. Sterkfontein) Tour (JDT15)
Who’s your Daddy? This is the catch phrase used by the brand new “State of the Art” Maropeng Museum, a few minutes drive from the Sterkfontein caves. A visit to the museum takes you on an incredible journey back in time, literally millions of years in evolution.
Also visit the world renowned Sterkfontein caves where one of the most infamous fossils on the planet was discovered.
Start: Johannesburg Hotels
Departure: Daily 09H00 & 13H00
Tour Length: 6 hours
Excluded: Lunch
Rates & Enquiries
Maropeng, Cradle Of Mankind & Carnivores Restaurant Tour (JDT16)
Visit the “State of the Art” Maropeng Museum, a few minutes drive from the Sterkfontein caves. A visit to the museum takes you on an incredible journey back in time, literally millions of years in evolution.
Also visit the world renowned Sterkfontein caves where one of the most infamous fossils on the planet was discovered.
Crocodile steak anyone? This restaurant serves up a truly wild array of gastronomic delights. Make your selection from Kudu, Crocodile, Ostrich and Blue Wildebeest amongst others
Start: Johannesburg Hotels
Departure: Daily 09H00 & 13H00
Tour Length: 7 hours
Included: Lunch or dinner included
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Half Day Lesedi Village Tour (JDT17)
Traditional African Cultures are slowly disappearing, but being preserved at Lesedi Cultural Village - a multi-cultural African Village set among pristine bushveld and rocky hills - the Xhosa with their beautiful thatched homes and red blankets, the Zulu with their fighting shields, the Pedi courtyards and drums and the straw hats and ponies of Basotho.
As the drums beat, gather around an open fire, share traditional songs and dances with the Zulu, Sotho, Xhosa, Pedi and Ndebele families who occupy this tribal village. We first explore the village and get a feel of their day-to-day lifestyle before we watch awesome dance performances and then head off for a scrumptious traditional African meal
Start: Johannesburg Hotels
Departure: Daily 10H30 & 15H30
Tour Length: 5 hours
Included: Lunch or dinner included
Rates & Enquiries
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