Cradle of Humankind

The 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 are still been found to this day. We have put together a comprehensive day at the Cradle of Humankind that includes a visit to the Lion And Rhino Park. A wild game drive is always a good way to start or end an African experience. The tour is fun and relaxed. Everything can be adjusted to suit your requirements and schedule. Cradle of humankind has more Australopithecus fossils than anywhere else in the world," said geologist and geophysicist Darryl Granger of Purdue University. Now, new dating techniques suggest that the remains date back nearly 4 million years – making them even older than the famous Australopithecus afarensis individual Dinkinesh, nicknamed Lucy. Multiple ancient hominin remains from caves in South Africa may be much, much older than previous estimates suggested.

Tour will be conducted by a professional guide. You will have the chance to know more about the South African culture, history and diversity and also Get to know what it means to be black as we explore the different cultural heritage that we have as Africans and why we preserve it to this day.

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 Cradle of Humankind museum at Maropeng will showcase historical information on Fossils and the development of humans and our ancestors over the past million years. An educational tour into our past over millions of years .

Please advise that Sterkfontein Caves is closed due to heavy rain that was raining so management is waiting for inspectors to come and inspect it before they will allow tourists to go inside (FLOODED) We can inly offer tour to the museum now. 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.

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.

Your cycle is on good quality Trek Bicycles. We design the routes either on Tar or Road to suit your fitness and experience level. Solo, pairs or very small groups. Amazing stops at historical and game venues. We supply everything required for an enjoyable ride. This is the best fun you going to have in Johannesburg or Pretoria. You do not require Cleat shoes a pair of sneakers is good enough. Remember we also do the Pretoria area. Some amazing bike parks and outdoor riding

Visit the world famous Cradle of Humankind. Embark on a one hour tour into the bowels of the Sterkfontein caves followed by a visit to the wonderful and hands on Maropeng Exhibition Centre.

It is a world heritage site and it is considered to be the site where everything began. This is the area considered to the origin of human being. The hominid fossils, early human being evidence and other tools make it one of the most visited sites in the World. Do not miss the opportunity to learn about our Ancestral remains. Guests would learn about the evolution of Apes and Hominid to the current human being. Guests would have an unforgettable experience of how man evolved million years ago.

Immerse yourself in the rich history of Lion and Safari Park and the Cradle of Humankind. Begin your adventure with a thrilling Two-hour open-vehicle safari through the lion enclosure, witnessing these majestic creatures roam freely in their natural habitat. As you explore the Five Dome Shopping Center, you will have the opportunity to browse unique and authentic African art and local handicrafts, making for the perfect souvenir to take home and cherish. Take a journey back in time and discover the fascinating history of the Cradle of Humankind, where some of the world's earliest hominid fossils were discovered. What sets this tour apart are the interactive exhibits at Maropeng and the open-air safari through the lion enclosure, providing a sensory feast and a truly unparalleled experience of South Africa's stunning natural beauty and diverse wildlife.

Would you like to know about the origin of humankind? Join us on the Cradle of Humankind tour, known as one of the 8 UNESCO World Heritage site which is an hour drive from Johannesburg. We will visit exclusive sites that will give an overview of the origin of human kind in South Africa. With the Sterkfontein Caves closed due to flooding, we will only visit the Maropeng Museum for this tour.

Afrika's ancient history and cultural heritage as you tour , two popular Gauteng attractions in a day—the Cradle of Humankind & Lesedi Cultural Village learn about the heritage of amaZulu, amaXhosa,baPedi, Basotho, and amaNdebele on a tour of the Lesedi Cultural Village. *Gauteng's top attractions: Cradle of Humankind and Lesedi Cultural Village * Explore the fascinating Maropeng Visitor Centre and Sterkfontein Caves * Volunteer in dancing * Indulge in cuisine that represents the diversity of tastes and cultures that comprise delicious African cuisine

Our Safari Flight takes the Classic flight beyond traditional boundaries, and is the ultimate in game viewing experiences. The flight launches from the heart of The Game Reserve and usually covers a large portion of the Reserve before moving into the surrounding game reserves.

*Experience the enthusiastic African culture *Enjoy Maropeng museum at cradle of humankind *Enjoy the African traditional food at nyama choma restaurants *Travel with fun and knowledgeable guides. *We provide safe and educational tours.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Depart from your hotel in Johannesburg to The Cradle of Humankind and Maropeng to discover many hominid and other animal fossils, dating back more than 4-million years, to the birth of humanity. The most important and most famous of these fossils are “Mrs Ples”, a 2.1-million-year-old Australopithecus skull, and “Little Foot”, an almost complete Australopithecus skeleton that is more than 3-million years old. These fossils, both found in the Sterkfontein Caves in the Cradle of Humankind, tell us much about the precursors of modern humans, Homo sapiens. With a Guide, you will be able to go underground tour. The scientific exhibition centre showcases a reconstruction of a mined cave (versus a pristine cave), cave formations and geology, early life forms, mammals and hominid fossils. It describes in detail important finds such as “Mrs Ples”, the “Taung Child” and “Little Foot”, as well as providing information about fossilization, palaeobotany and landscapes. People also book Soweto Tour

The Cradle of Humankind is one of the most interesting archeological tours one can do near Johannesburg. It is home to one of the most significant archaeological sites in the world and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In 1947 Dr. Rorbert Broom and John Robinson discovered “Mrs Ples” a skull of a fully grown adult Australopithecus Africanus and in 1998 Professor Ron Clarke discovered fossil fragments here which led to the location of “Little Foot” a nearly complete remains of Australopithecus Africanus. In 2008 Professor Lee Berger announced the discovery of “Sediba” also at the Cradle area. The Sterkfontein Caves located in the heart of the Cradle of Humankind is described as the ‘anthropological treasure house of the world. It is the World's oldest and continuous paleontological diggings, having been worked on for more than 60 years, and contains one-third of the World's hominid fossils.

The 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 where several of the world's most famous and important fossils have been discovered. It is the world’s richest early hominin site, and is home to around 40% of the world’s known human ancestor fossils.