Cradle of human kind maropeng and sterkfontein Day Tours

*Title: Cradle of Humankind + Sterkfontein Caves Tour – Birthplace of Humanity* *Description:* Walk where it all began. The Cradle of Humankind is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with 40% of the world’s known human-ancestor fossils. 1hr from Pretoria/JHB. Go 40m underground into Sterkfontein Caves - “the cradle of humankind”. See where Mrs Ples, a 2.1 million year old skull, was discovered. Your guide explains the science + stories in simple terms. Then visit the Maropeng Visitor Centre: interactive exhibits on evolution, human origins, and what makes us human. Touch a replica skull, see real fossils, and watch the boat ride . *1. Classic/SEO-friendly* UNESCO Sterkfontein Caves + Maropeng Visitor Centre. Explore fossils + human origins 1hr from Pretoria/JHB *2. Punchy/Emotional* Walk 3 million years underground. Sterkfontein Caves + Birthplace of Humanity tour *3. Culture-focused* From fossils to us: UNESCO Cradle of Humankind tour with caves + interactive museum

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   Sterkfontein Cave

   1 hour

   Original fossil display and a boat ride on an underground lake in maropeng. It is the world's richest early hominid sites

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   Maropeng Visitor Centre

   1 hour

   *Maropeng - Cradle of Humankind* UNESCO site 50km from Joburg. Take an underground boat ride, explore interactive exhibits on human origins & fossils, and tour Sterkfontein Caves where “Mrs. Ples” was found. Learn where humanity began 3 million years ago. 2-4hrs. Great for families

• Wheelchair accessible
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.