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Maropeng Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Cave Experience

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Johannesburg, South Africa
Maropeng Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Cave Experience
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Maropeng Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Cave Experience
Sterkfontein cave
Maropeng Cradle of Humankind
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Safety measures
icon7 to 8 hours  (Approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
iconOffered in: English
Good for avoiding crowds

Overview

Get the most possible learning out of your visits to the Cradle of Humankind and Sterkfontein Cave. By traveling with a guide, you'll get the full picture of the remarkable fossil findings there and why the site is so important. Walk through Sterkfontein Caves to see the fossils of hominids such as Little Foot and Mrs. Ples, two of the greatest archaeological discoveries of our time.
  • Learn about the fossil discoveries in the area through guided commentary
  • Walking tour lets you get up close to excavated sites
  • Learn much more on a guided tour than you would exploring on your own
  • Access to the exhibits at the Maropeng Visitors Centre
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Air-conditioned vehicle
A bottle of water
Drinks
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Food and drinks
Food and drinks, other than the "value added offers" specified in your guidebook
Lunch

Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
we pick up from any hotel in johannesburg but not in Pretoria,we can only come and pick up in Pretoria if is private.
Hotels, Guest house, BNB and Residential

Departure Time

9:30 AM
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • casual dress code
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Solly
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.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Maropeng Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Cave Experience?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
See all safety measures taken by Maropeng Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Cave Experience.
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What is the policy on sanitization during Maropeng Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Cave Experience?
A:The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
See all safety measures taken by Maropeng Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Cave Experience.
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Maropeng Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Cave Experience?
A:The policy on social distancing is:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
See all safety measures taken by Maropeng Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Cave Experience.
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Maropeng Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Cave Experience?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
See all safety measures taken by Maropeng Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Cave Experience.

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Traveler Tips

  • "On time pickup, safety trip, education, not recommend age under 7 go into cave because few tunnels very tiny a bit hard to pass through." See review

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star-5
The Museum is very modern and interaktive one. I really liked the caves! Was an interesting and funny exüperience
Heike_W
, Oct 2021
This was my third tour with Solly, he is very nice guide and cares about his clients a lot. I would always recommed this tour. He provided us with helpfull information while driving.
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icon Response from Host , Oct 2021
Thanks alot Heike for sharing your experience with the whole world. Please come again
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star-5
Fun and Educational Tour
Verona
, May 2021
The museum visit was very interesting and educational. It explained the evolution of our species through various interactive exhibits. Going underground to see where the fossils were discovered was a fun experience. Would recommend this tour.
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star-5
incredible / all the information and to actually experience the caves
Barbara_R
, May 2021
Solly brought us safely through with such care and he was a book of knowledge /never did I realize the depth of those caves and all the treasures there
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star-5
Fantastic
Mila_M
, May 2021
We truly enjoyed our experience at the Cradle of Humankind. Our son learnt lots because he is studying about it at school. Our Guide Soly was so knowledgeable and gave us an informative lecture about it. Thanks Soly
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star-5
Fun experience
CarmenJessica_H
, Mar 2021
The museum wa fun for all ages and very educational. I really enjoyed it and the cave was beautiful.
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star-5
Tour Guide Solly was...
Daniel_F
, Mar 2021
Tour Guide Solly was great and on time. Shared interesting history facts of not only the city but the history of the gold and diamond mining days.
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star-5
Informative tour and great guide/driver
Taylor
, Mar 2020
Commenting on behalf of one of my guests. Thoroughly enjoyed the outing. Informative guide, comfortable transportation and plenty of time to explore. As a Tour Manager of groups, I would recommend this tour for those interested in this activity.
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star-5
Wonderful
Patricia_M
, Mar 2020
Solly was amazing. Best tour ever. We were picked up from our hotel at the time specified. Truly amazing.
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1 traveler found this review helpful
star-5
Excellent Tour of the Cradle of Humankind and Caves
BigAVB
, Jan 2020
Really enjoyed this tour. Solly who was are tour guide and driver arrived on time and was able to offer us a lot of context and history to the overall tour. The cave experience was amazing. Warning, be prepared to do some weird body movments to climb back out! I had an awesome experience and would definitely reccomend this tour!
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star-5
Good Service
Antony C
, Nov 2018
On time pickup, safety trip, education, not recommend age under 7 go into cave because few tunnels very tiny a bit hard to pass through.
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