Sterkfontein Caves

The Cradle of Humankind was declared a World Heritage Site in 1999 because of the area’s exceptional contribution to our understanding of the history of humanity, over 3-million years. All together, there are 15 major fossil sites in the Cradle of Humankind, of which Sterkfontein Caves is the most famous. The fossils “Mrs Ples” and “Little Foot” were both discovered at the Sterkfontein Caves, as well as thousands more fossils of hominids, which are human ancestors, as well those of plants and animals. More hominid fossils have been found in the Cradle of Humankind than anywhere else on Earth. During this tour you will have access to the exhibits and get the full pictures of remarkable fossil findings.

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.

Fun,smile,affordable,liable,knowledgeable,experience,the offers a great chance to learn about the type of rocks find in the caves,the fossils discovered in the caves as well as how the fossils end up in the caves..a tour not to be missed

This is one of a kind experience and an opportunity of visiting one of the most most famous UNESCO Heritage sites. The Caves have only recently opened after been closed for 2 years . They are fragile, so now is your opportunity to come a see where the homo sapiens (modern humans) existed over 2. 5 million years ago. Yes hard to imagine we can now conclude that humans where first found in Africa

Visit Sterkfontein  Caves in the Cradle of Humankind which was declared A WORLD HERITAGE SITE by UNESCO in 1999, because of its exceptional contribution to our understanding of Humankind History, and development over more than 3 million years. The Ape-man skull discovered by Robert Broom in 1947 is one of the fossils on display. The skull was later named Mrs. Ples; this skull rocketed Sterkfontein Caves into World prominence. The skull is estimated to be more than 2.3 million years old. Professor Ron Clarke discovered the little foot; an almost complete hominid skeleton aged about 3.5 million years old.  Homo sapiens, the species to which we all belong, evolved  at the Cradle of Humankind. Visitors are welcomed in a A 20 metre tall concrete visitor centre housing the following: – Homonym exhibition hall with highly informative displays. – A charming souvenir shop – A restaurant offering spectacular view of the surrounding and refreshments

Great news the Sterkfontein caves in the Cradle of Humankind are now open after been closed for 2 years. A UNESCO world heritage Site. This is once in a life time to experience. The Lesedi Cultural Village tour gives you a very good history and culture experience of the African people in South Africa. Visiting there homesteads and experiencing their dance, music and food is a fantastic adventure. The Dancing and singing is regarded as the best African entertainment in the area. For those who want to include a South African meal in the experience it's available after the tour. You can also purchase traditional goods and clothing made by the locals at reasonable prices. Meet “Mrs Ples”, the “Taung Child” and “Little Foot” at Maropeng museum

The Maropeng Visitor Centre is an exciting, world-class exhibition, focusing on the development of humans and our ancestors over the past few million years. Maropeng means “returning to the place of origin” in Setswana, the main indigenous language in this area of South Africa. Our ancestors have lived in this area for more than 3-million years. The Sterkfontein Caves – about 50km from Johannesburg – is the site of some of the most important discoveries concerning the evolution of man and have been declared a World Heritage Site. If it’s true that Africa is the cradle of all mankind, and most palaeontologists believe this to be so, then Sterkfontein Caves is surely one of the continent’s sacred sites. The Sterkfontein Caves have been described as the ‘anthropological treasure-house of the world’.

Explore the Cradle of Human Kind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this full-day tour from Johannesburg. Learn about where the human race started and see fossils that date back to the beginning of humans' time on earth. NB! Caves are open after 3 years long closure.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Johannesburg and Pretoria to explore one of the world’s richest concentration of hominid fossils with a tour of The Cradle of Humankind. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999, the region of Sterkfontein, Swartkrans and Kromdraai, the fossil sites cover an area 53,000 hectares, split across the border of Gauteng and North West provinces. Trapped in a bed of dolomite rock that was deposited 2.5 billion years ago, over 950 hominid fossil specimens have been discovered to date. Rediscover your ancestral roots with Stephenson Adventures on this combination tour of Sterkfontein Caves and award-winning Maropeng.

South Africa is rich with the well known hominids that are situated in the Wander caves and Sterfontein (Cradle Human Kind). With this tour you avoid the crowds and embark freely with you caves lover traveler.

Why the guests should book this tour firstly it is an educational tour and World Heritage Site. It is here where Dr. Broom found what many paleoanthropologists consider to be an adult ape man (hominid) in 1936.

Explore this UNESCO world heritage site which has produced the first adult Australopithecus, found by Dr Robert Broom. Learn about our earliest known ancestors at Sterkfontein Caves. Rewind back in time with the story of humankind at Maropeng Visitor Centre. Let our accredited Tour Guide collect you from your hotel, enjoy a scenic drive to the outskirts of the city of Johannesburg and return.

We offer door-to-door shuttle services to and from Johannesburg and Pretoria to OR Tambo and Lanseria Airports. Our pricing is reasonable and affordable. We take pride in ensuring you are comfortable and arrive at your destination in the most efficient manner possible, taking the stress out of your travel and peace of mind. Meet and greet with help with your belongings. Point-to-point services are also offered within Gauteng. Great for corporate functions, leisure, wedding parties, sporting events, church groups, casinos Shuttles and Tours can be arranged to and from Sun City, the Pilanesberg, Madikwe, Hoedspruit, Nelspruit, KNP, country wide. Call or email us for a quote! We also offer day tours around Johannesburg, Pretoria and Soweto. Tours of Soweto, Constitutional Hill, Cullinan (Diamond Tour) The Voortrekker Monument, The Cradle of Humankind and Sterkfontein Caves are on offer. Fascinating and fun.

if you have interest in Paleontology and Archaeology this will be the filled day for your as we will be following in the footsteps of "Father of Evolution" Charles Darwin. We discuss the Evolution, Six Extinction to the Evolution of Humankind, from Australopithecus Africanus down to the Origin of Homo Sapiens Once you are a Nature and outdoors lover, will give you the utmost best and make good memories with while experience. we pride ourselves on nature conservation and focus on educating our clients more about our Flora and Fauna and history not forgetting our Culture and Heritage.

This is a combo tour that takes you on a ride in to deep Africa in a few hours from the first discovery remains for the first humans and ways of living till up to date.

Explore Johannesburg's favorite cultural attractions in this 6 hour tour. Get to meet an authentic 'zulu warrior of  the Lesedi Cultural village.He  will take you on a 2.5 hour magical journey through the various tribes that make up our 'Rainbow Nation'. This epic tour concludes on a journey back into time as we spend an hour exploring the caverns and labyrinths of the Sterkfontein Caves-home to oldest known human fossils.

A perfect way to spend half a day out in the caves if you have an interest in learning the history of humanity's origins. We are a team that creates memorable experiences for every group we host. Our start times (airport or hotel pickup time) are flexible based on your travel schedule & the site closing times. We use luxury air-conditioned sedans and minivans based on group/family size. Live commentary on the way to and from about the city of Johannesburg is provided so feel free to ask questions on any topic from politics to restaurant recommendations. Should you wish to be dropped off at a different hotel, apartment or mall, this may be arranged so please inquire before the day of the trip.

Experience the birthplace of life, first-hand. The Cradle of Humankind is one of eight world heritage sites in South Africa boasting 13 excavation sites that’s recognised worldwide. The first Hominid Fossil was discovered in 1924. Visit the Maropeng (meaning “returning to the place of origin”) Museum. Discover some of the animal species that became extinct in the last century and see how humans are busy destroying the earth in real-time. Our tour continues to the Sterkfontein Caves, one of the richest and most productive Palaeo-anthropological sites in the world that forms part of the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site.

The Cradle of Humankind and Sterkfontein Caves tour will give you the opportunity to understand our true origin as human beings. They offer a clear explanation about the evolution process with a museum in place. Proceeding to Maropeng Visitors Centre which is 15 km drive from Sterkfontein Caves, there is a very creative way in which the history of humankind is told and an open museum of South African History which was recently created. This experience is indescribable, only to be visited. Welcome and you will not be disappointed. You will only discover yourself!

Escape to one of the greatest experiences in Johannesburg. The Cradle of Human Kind and Lesedi Cultural Village. Get a taste of these on the same day. We will start things off at the Maropeng Visitor Center to learn about the discovery of real fossils. We will then pump gas and head to Lesedi cultural Village to catch the breathtaking two hour show. We will learn about the rich black culture and experience the best dance show in the world from an african Perspective. We will also get an opportunity to have lunch in the cultural village with a few domestic and game meats to tease our appetite.