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Most bookedThe 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...
Top ratedThe Cradle of Humankind has become one of Johannesburg biggest attractions. Its unbelievable that the oldest human fossil in the world and fossils of 2 million years old...
Apartheid Museum: Take a Long Walk to Freedom Experience: This isn't just a visit; it's an immersive, chronological journey through apartheid. Your entry card assigns a...
Best valueThe 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...
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...
Small groupThe Cradle of Humankind – declared a World Heritage site in 1999 - is a 47 000-hectare area in the western part of Gauteng Province with around 40 different fossil sites...
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| Option | Duration | Viator from | GetYourGuide from | Rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| maropeng & sterkfontein caves | 7 h to 8 h | $113 | Compare | 4.7 (248) | first-time visitors and families |
| cradle & rhino park private | 5 h to 7 h | $119 | Compare | 4.9 (87) | wildlife and history lovers |
| cradle & apartheid museum | 8 h | $160 | Compare | 4.8 (6) | deep dive into south african history |
| cradle of humankind experience | 7 h | $116 | Compare | 4.6 (159) | learning about human evolution |
| cradle & lesedi village | 8 h | $217 | Compare | 4.7 (46) | culture and heritage exploration |
| premium cradle day tour | 8 h | $209 | Compare | 4.8 (5) | a relaxed, comprehensive experience |
Yes, entry fees are separate if you arrive independently. Adult tickets are about R150 for Maropeng and R150 for Sterkfontein Caves. Most guided day tours include both entry fees in the total price.
Yes. The sites are close to each other. A combined visit takes roughly 4 to 5 hours on-site, plus the 45 to 60-minute drive each way from Johannesburg.
Adult entry is about R150 for the Maropeng Visitor Centre and R150 for the Wits Sterkfontein Caves. Children aged 6 to 11 pay R125 at Maropeng. Pensioners pay less; confirm rates on maropeng.co.za.
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248 reviews of the maropeng & sterkfontein caves on Viator
Our tour guide, Sabelo gave us a good insight about Johannesburg, South Africa's history & early mankind on the way to and from Sterkfontein cave and Maropeng. While driving through the countryside Sabelo made our tour special and very enjoyable. A most informantive and enjoyable tour.
Guide Sabelo very knowledgeable and friendly, the maropeng was interesting and not what we expected but fun, there is a boat ride and interactive things to widen your knowledge.
We did the Rhino & Lion Park plus Wonder Caves. The whole experience was amazing. Shane is a star & absolute top bloke!! Made the adventure something to remember. Caves were great addition to experience being on the reservation. Would highly recommend the whole thing - but do it with Shane to ensure top experience!!!!
