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Full-Day Cradle of Human Kind Tour from Johannesburg
2 Adults x $220.47
$440.94
Approx Total
$440.94
Option 1: Cradle of Human Kind Mid - Day Departure Pickup included
Inclusions / Exclusions
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English, French
Hotel drop-off
Bottled water
Driver/guide
Hotel pickup
Gratuities
Drinks
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Lunch
Overview
The Cradle of Humanity, located just outside of Johannesburg, is one of South Africa's UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This unique site offers tours that provide insights into the origins of humankind in Africa. Visitors can learn firsthand what it means to be human by viewing the numerous fossils found here which explain human evolution.
Tour Highlights:
- The Dawn of Our Species: View some of the oldest evidence of human ancestors ever discovered.
- The Path to Modern Humans: Understand the evolutionary developments that have shaped Homo sapiens through millions of years.
- Defining Human Traits: Discover what attributes make humans unique in the animal kingdom.
Following the guided tour of the Cradle of Humanity, travelers will have the opportunity to explore the nearby Bathongo Wondercave. Also situated within the World Heritage Site, this cave offers further context about early humanity's emergence in South Africa.
Highgate Guest HouseCnr East And Side Road, 2057, , Johannesburg, South Africa, ZA, 2004
Holiday Inn Express Sandton - Woodmead, An Ihg Hotel54 Maxwell Drive, Sandton, South Africa, ZA, 2191
Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank, an IHG hotelThe Zone, The Zone, Johannesburg, South Africa, ZA, 2196
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport, an IHG Hotel100 North Rand Road, Bardene, Boksburg East Rand, Boksburg, South Africa, ZA, 1462
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Sunnyside Park, an IHG hotelSunnyside Drive, Princess of Wales Terrace, Cnr Carse O Gowrie, Johannesburg, South Africa, ZA, 2041
Home Suite Hotels Rosebank50 Bristol Road, Corner Oxford Road, Johannesburg, South Africa, ZA, 2196
Hoogland Health Hydro7km Schurveberg Road, Centurion Rural, Pretoria, South Africa, ZA, 0183
Hotel 224596 Francis Baard Street, c/o Leyds & Francis Baard Streets, Pretoria, South Africa, ZA, 0083
Hotel Sky Sandton150 West Street Sandton, Corner Of West And Maude Street, Sandton, South Africa, ZA, 2196
Hotel@Hatfield Apartments260 Hill Street, Arcadia, Pretoria, South Africa, ZA, 0083
Houghton Executive SuitesLloys Ellis Ave, Johannesburg, South Africa, ZA, 2041
Indlovu Lodge & Conference Venue12 A Ross Street, , Boksburg, South Africa, ZA, 1459
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R.Tambo Airport, an IHG hotelOpposite Int'L Arrivals Hall, O.r. Tambo International Airport Kempton Park, Kempton Park, South Africa, ZA, 1619
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Itinerary
The Cradle of Humankind
The Cradle of Human Kind Museum is where the fossils are located and more information on the existence and discovery of human remains in Africa. We will get to understand why historians believe that a lot of us hail from Africa or we have an African heritage in our Blood.
2 hours
N/A
After we finish with the Cradle of Humankind Visitor center, we will now head to the Wondercave which is also located around the cradle of Human Kind. The cave is the third-largest cave chamber in the country.
2 hours
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Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Free Cancellation
September 10100% refund
September 11No refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Published on Feb, 2025
Very informative tour and friendly guides and excellent driver. We’ve even seen wildlife. Especially the cave tour is highly recommended.
Fun trip for solo day out!
Published on Feb, 2025
Marvin was a great guide, friendly and provided a very safe tour. We got to see cradle of humankind and the gorgeous wonder cave. Even got to sneak in a lion and hippo walk!
Amazing, wonderful and humbling
Published on Oct, 2024
Highly recommended, we started at the Cradle of Human Kind, a beautiful and moving experience that left me pondering our own place in the universe.
Then a short drive later, we plunged underground, and merged into the cave, nothing I can write is going to do justice to the first impression! Something you really must see and experience for yourself
Great tour and guide
Published on Oct, 2024
Solly was a great guide. He was very informative and an excellent driver. He gave interesting commentary between tour stops. The tour itself was great.
Wonders never cease!
Published on Sep, 2024
The cave and being able to watch the feeding of the lions/wild dogs/cheetas was incredible. This tour was absolutely amazing from pickup to being dropped back off. It’s a must do if visiting Johannesburg!
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