5-Hour Cradle of Humankind Tour from Johannesburg with entry tickets

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Travel back in time to uncover the secrets of human evolution in Africa
• 02 Visit the Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site just outside Johannesburg
• 03 Discover interactive exhibitions that illuminate our ancestral heritage
• 04 Explore limestone caves that have preserved ancient fossils
• 05 Enjoy a break to grab a bite to eat or join optional activities

Embark on a half-day journey from Johannesburg to the Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that reveals the story of human evolution in Africa. Explore ancient fossils, archaeological treasures, interactive exhibitions, and the area's remarkable geology during two in-depth visits. This experience offers a fascinating look into our ancestral heritage just outside the city.

Embark on a half-day journey from Johannesburg to the Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that reveals the story of human evolution in Africa.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Johannesburg

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Cradle of Humankind Exploration

• Enjoy a 45-minute drive from your pickup location to the Cradle of Humankind.
• Spend 90 minutes exploring the Cradle of Humankind.
• Take a 30-minute break. Food and drinks are not provided by the tour operator.
• Continue with another 90 minutes at the Cradle of Humankind.
• Return with a 45-minute drive to your hotel or airport pickup location.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
• Driver
• Guide
• Maropeng Visitor Centre entry ticket
• Sterkfontein Caves entry ticket
• Cradle of Humankind farm entry ticket

What's Not Included

• Food and drinks
• Wonder Caves entry tickets

What to bring

Pack light, breathable clothes.

Know before you go

• The Sterkfontein caves are temporarily closed. Customers can choose to visit the Bothongo Wondercave as an alternative for an additional fee.
• The Bothongo Wondercave is 5-10 million years old and is the third-largest cave chamber in South Africa.
• Alternatively, customers can opt to visit the Johannesburg area or Soweto to round out the tour.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Johannesburg, South Africa

Tour start

Johannesburg, South Africa

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.