Explore Maropeng, Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Caves. Discover ancient fossils, world heritage sites, and the origins of life on this immersive tour.
Explore Maropeng, Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Caves. Discover ancient fossils, world heritage sites, and the origins of life on this immersive tour.
- Maropeng Visitor Centre - Explore the Maropeng Museum, which means “returning to the place of origin,” and learn about our evolution, discover extinct animal species from the last century, and observe the ongoing human impact on Earth.
- Sterkfontein Cave - Recognized as one of the most significant Palaeo-anthropological sites globally, this…
- Maropeng Visitor Centre - Explore the Maropeng Museum, which means “returning to the place of origin,” and learn about our evolution, discover extinct animal species from the last century, and observe the ongoing human impact on Earth.
- Sterkfontein Cave - Recognized as one of the most significant Palaeo-anthropological sites globally, this cave is part of the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site. Notable discoveries here include the famous Mrs. Ples, the first complete Australopithecus skull, and the more recent find of “Little Foot,” a nearly complete 4.17 million-year-old ape-man skeleton.

- Entrance into Maropeng, Cradle of Humankind
- Entrance into Sterkfontein Caves
- Malapa Museum experience (alternative when Sterkfontein Caves is closed)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entrance into Maropeng, Cradle of Humankind
- Entrance into Sterkfontein Caves
- Malapa Museum experience (alternative when Sterkfontein Caves is closed)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Lunch
Explore the origins of life up close. The Cradle of Humankind, one of South Africa’s eight world heritage sites, features 13 globally recognized excavation sites. The first Hominid Fossil was unearthed in 1924. Visit the Maropeng Museum, which means “returning to the place of origin.” Learn about animal species that went extinct in the last century and…
Explore the origins of life up close. The Cradle of Humankind, one of South Africa’s eight world heritage sites, features 13 globally recognized excavation sites. The first Hominid Fossil was unearthed in 1924. Visit the Maropeng Museum, which means “returning to the place of origin.” Learn about animal species that went extinct in the last century and witness the ongoing impact of human activity on the planet. The tour also includes the Sterkfontein Caves, renowned as one of the most significant and productive Palaeo-anthropological sites worldwide, and part of the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site.
- Should the Sterkfontein Caves be closed, the alternative stop is The Malapa Museum - This unforgettable experience takes visitors on a journey into the past, exploring some of the most important discoveries that have made this region famous for helping us understand humankind’s deep African origins.
- Min 2 adults are required
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.