Cullinan Diamond Mine Tour

Did you know that the world's largest diamond was found in South Africa? Learn all about the formation of this mineral with this Cullinan Diamond Mine Tour.

Cullinan Diamond Mine Tour

After picking you up from your hotels at 8 am, we'll drive to the Cullinan Diamond Mine. The drive will take approximately 1 hour.

Upon arrival, you'll be taken on a guided tour of the surface of this 100-year-old mine. As we contemplate its excavations, you'll see the large shaft in the middle of the earth, which is more than 1000 meters deep.

For about 2 hours, you'll discover everything about the formation of diamonds, from their birth to their cutting into jewels.

This mine became famous after the discovery of the Cullinan diamond, nicknamed the Star of the South. The tour will address various questions regarding its weight, fragmentation, and its relevance in the coronations of the British monarchy.

After the visit to the diamond mine, we'll return to the bus and drive to the village of Cullinan. We'll walk through the streets of this small town, past St. George's Church and its brownstone houses.

The tour will conclude at 3 pm when we return to the hotels after visiting one of South Africa's notable tourist attractions.