South Africa · Archaeology

8-Hour Sterkfontein Caves Tour with the Cradle of Humankind

8 Hours Round trip from Kromdraai Rd Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the world-renowned Sterkfontein Caves and their dramatic discoveries
02 Visit Maropeng at the Cradle of Humankind
03 Discover the story of humankind and human evolution
04 Journey through one of South Africa's most important archaeological sites

Explore the world-renowned Sterkfontein Caves in Krugersdorp and learn about the dramatic discoveries that changed the way the existence of humanity was studied. Continue to Maropeng, the Cradle of Humankind, to discover the story of humankind and human evolution at this historic origin site. This 8-hour tour offers an insightful journey into one of South Africa's most important archaeological areas.

Explore the Sterkfontein Caves and learn about the dramatic discoveries that changed the way the existence of humanity was studied.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Johannesburg, Pretoria, Krugersdorp

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Sterkfontein Caves and Cradle of Humankind Discovery

Pick up from Johannesburg, Sandton, or Pretoria by your tour guide.
Drive to Krugersdorp for about an hour.
Attend an orientation session.
Explore the Sterkfontein Caves and learn about the dramatic discoveries that changed the way the existence of humanity was studied.
Drive 10 km to visit Maropeng, the Cradle of Humankind, and discover the story of humankind.
Enjoy lunch at this historic site before driving back to Johannesburg.