Uncover the Roots of Humanity
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 Journey Through Time
Sterkfontein Caves & Maropeng Combination Tour
The combination of Sterkfontein Caves and Maropeng is an ideal tour outside the city if you are keen on learning about the history and origins of humankind from millions of years ago to present.
Maropeng is a Setswana word meaning “returning to the place of origin”. It is an archaeological treasure house of Mrs. Ples (the oldest skull in the world aged 2.5 million years), Taung Child and “little foot”.
Evolution of humankind is shown through fun and interactive displays of scientist discoveries of many hominid and other animal fossils dating back to more than 4 million years ago to the birth of humanity. Visiting this place is like traveling through time to the place of origin and rediscovering your roots.
💡 Important Traveler Information
- Physical Rating: Suitable for all physical fitness levels.
- Health Restrictions: Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with poor cardiovascular health.
- Ticket Info: Mobile or paper tickets accepted. One ticket per booking.
- Instant Confirmation: Receive your confirmation immediately upon booking with a 120-minute booking cutoff before departure.
What’s Included & Excluded
✅ What’s Included
- ✔️ Fully guided tour
- ✔️ WiFi on board
- ✔️ Bottled water
- ✔️ Entrance fee
- ✔️ Air-conditioned vehicle
- ✔️ Pickup & drop off in Johannesburg, Pretoria and surrounding areas
❌ What’s Excluded
- ❌ Food and beverages
- ❌ Anything not mentioned in the tour package
Tour Gallery
⚠️ High Demand Tour: Dates fill up quickly. Enjoy flexible planning with free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
Ready to Discover Where Humanity Began?
Join Stephenson Adventures for an unforgettable journey to the Cradle of Humankind. Instant confirmation, hotel pickup included, and expert guiding.
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