Cradle of Humankind and Lesedi Village: Cultural Day Tour

Embark on a private tour of the Cradle of Human Kind and Lesedi Cultural Village in Johannesburg. Explore real fossils at Sterkfontein Caves, witness a captivating dance show, indulge in a delicious lunch, and discover the origin of mankind at Maropeng Museum.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Lesedi Cultural Village - We then visit the Lesedi Cultural Village and get to learn the various Africa tribes that make up the Rainbow. We also get to experience an african dance. We will also get an opportunity to have an Africa lunch at the Boma Restaurant
  • Maropeng Visitor Centre - After finishing the Lesedi Cultural Village, we finally…
What's Included
  • Entrance Fees included
  • Local guide provided
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
What's Not Included
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Gratuities
  • Drinks
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Escape to one of the greatest experiences in Johannesburg. The Cradle of Human Kind and Lesedi Cultural Village. Get a taste of these on the same day. We will start things off at the Maropeng Visitor Center to learn about the discovery of real fossils. We will then pump gas and head to Lesedi cultural Village to catch the breathtaking two hour show. We…

Location
Johannesburg
You will be picked up in a Johannesburg Establishment to begin the tour
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Trail05741328980
Sep 16, 2025
Marvin was great - Marvin Sevabe was a great guide Loved the caves and all the confirmation that was provided. The hike is treacherous but we did awesome c.
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Quest67986701364
Aug 25, 2025
Fantastic. - It was an experience without equal contact with nature in its antiquity and modernity at the same time. I met exceptional places and welcoming people.
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Y3086gxericc
Aug 13, 2025
Very pleasant, rich in teaching - Hotel pick-up, punctuality, safe route, explanations (English only, only downside), and museum visit as well as attractions were of high quality. Thanks to Marvin and Rosario for their professionalism and friendliness.
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Bruno
Aug 3, 2025
Great sunday - Very good tour! Amazing to walk through the cave and know more about the humankind at the museum. Thanks Michael to the great work
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Happiness06384821913
Jul 20, 2025
- Our tour was absolutely wonderful! Our guide, Marvin, picked us up from the hotel right on time and was incredibly punctual throughout the day. He shared meaningful insights about the social and political realities of Johannesburg, helping us better understand the context of the places we visited. He took us to all the planned tourist spots, showing great responsibility with timing, tickets, and the information he provided. On top of that, Marvin was extremely kind and friendly, making us feel truly welcomed and comfortable during the entire experience. We highly recommend this tour, the guide, and the company. It was an unforgettable experience!
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Frankkx2373si
May 20, 2025
A great cultural experience - The tour was great, thank you. Our guide was very attentive, friendly and informative. The cultural village was a real highlight - seeing the different tribal buildings and the amazing dance performances. Very happy with the day. 🙂
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Emilie
May 8, 2025
Wonderful time with friends - We had a great day with our wonderful guide Gabin who made us appreciate the activity all the more. I recommend it 100% we were able to know more about everything going on in Johannesburg and its different neighborhoods. We also enjoyed the cellars which are extremely beautiful.
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Judit_k
Apr 22, 2025
Great tour - Great tour! Such an informative experience! Our tour guide Michael was on time to pick us up at our hotel, was very friendly and have a wealth of experience to share with us.
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Jedm49
Feb 7, 2025
Not to be missed - We consider this tour one of the highlights of our recent trip to South Africa. The Cradle of Human Kind was so informative with great displays. The timeline portrayed makes you realize how miniscule our part is. The Lesedi Cultural Village was very informative about the various villages and the host was so entertaining bringing us into each culture. It's a bit of a drive but well worth it
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Drkimspiration
Jul 20, 2025
Cave is Necessary; Cultural Village is Entertaining - The company and tour guide (Marvin) were top-notch when it came to communication about this tour. I was advised more than once that the caves were not open, and asked if I still wanted to proceed with the booking. I will say, the cradle of human kind without the caves is nothing more than a so-so science museum. I would not have made this selection again without cave access. The Lesedi cultural village day tour was a fun add-on. The dance performances were impressive and the story telling around the various tribes was entertaining. If you are looking for very authentic tribe visits, the San tribe cultural village near Kruger would be the place to go. If you are only in Johannesburg for a few days, visiting the cultural center could be a highlight for you.
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From $150
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).