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Sterkfontein Caves Tour

Explore the Cradle of Humankind with the Sterkfontein Caves Tour and discover some of the oldest human fossils in the world. Sterkfontein Caves Tour.

  • 5 hours
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Explore the Cradle of Humankind with the Sterkfontein Caves Tour and discover some of the oldest human fossils in the world.

Sterkfontein Caves Tour

You will be picked up from your hotel at the agreed time, and after about an hour's drive, the first stop will be at the Maropeng Museum. This part of the tour covers notable figures such as Mrs. Ples, the Taung boy, and Little Foot.

At the museum, you can explore exhibitions that trace the history of the planet from its formation through various evolutionary processes.

Following the museum visit, the tour continues into the Stekfontein Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The caves contain fossil remains of hominids and animals over four million years old, representing some of the oldest human remains discovered.

The tour includes insights into the caves' formation and their significance to humanity, along with observing the stalactites and stalagmites.

After 5 hours and 30 minutes spent exploring the origins of mankind, you will be returned to your hotel in Johannesburg.

Included

  • Pickup from hotel and return transfer
  • English–speaking guide
  • Entrance to the museum and caves of Sterkfontein

Not included

  • Lunch

Tips

  • Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible.

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