Cradle of Humankind and Lesedi Village: Cultural Day Tour

Embark on a private tour of the Cradle of Human Kind and Lesedi Cultural Village in Johannesburg. Explore real fossils at Sterkfontein Caves, witness a captivating dance show, indulge in a delicious lunch, and discover the origin of mankind at Maropeng Museum.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Lesedi Cultural Village - We then visit the Lesedi Cultural Village and get to learn the various Africa tribes that make up the Rainbow. We also get to experience an african dance. We will also get an opportunity to have an Africa lunch at the Boma Restaurant
  • Maropeng Visitor Centre - After finishing the Lesedi Cultural Village, we finally head off to Maropeng Museum for a full study of the Origin of Human kind and get to see various fossils in their origin form.
What's Included
  • Entrance Fees included
  • Local guide provided
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
What's Not Included
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Gratuities
  • Drinks
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

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 things off at the Maropeng Visitor Center to learn about the discovery of real fossils. We will then pump gas and head to Lesedi cultural Village to catch the breathtaking two hour show. We will learn about the rich black culture and experience the best dance show in the world from an african Perspective. We will also get an opportunity to have lunch in the cultural village with a few domestic and game meats to tease our appetite.

  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Location
Johannesburg
You will be picked up in a Johannesburg Establishment to begin the tour
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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P9323yfdanv
Sep 9, 2024
Discovering the Seeds of Origins - It was very good, it allows you connecting with your past and understand more the humankind. Very good trip, also, it is as well as 2x1.
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James_g
Aug 25, 2024
Human evolution - Cradle of Human Kind was an excellent presentation of the history/ evolution of the human species. Thoughtful well planned exhibit for all ages.
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Sergioafluna
May 12, 2024
LESEDI CULTURAL VILLAGE IS AMAZING! - Amazing tour! Amazing guide (Marvin)! We strongly recommend this tour. especially the Lesedi Cultural Village. Note: The cave is not available for visitation on the CRADLE OF HUMAN KIND tour. we only know the museum.
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Milosr657
Apr 24, 2024
great guide great tour - Itu did an amazing job driving me and taking care about our schedules. Very payient and thoughtful. I highly recommend.
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Gypsytraveler1952
Feb 29, 2024
A most interesting tour - Very interesting and educational tour. Loved all aspects of it including the cultural village. It also gave us an opportunity to get put of Joburg and see rural areas which always interest us.
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Cary_l
Aug 6, 2023
Wonderful day in Johannesburg - Very knowledgeable and friendly guide. The caves are closed so that part of the tour was replaced with a one-hour tour of the Lion & Safari Park, which we thoroughly enjoyed. Great to learn about some African culture at Lesedi Cultural Village.
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Krista_i
Apr 14, 2023
Wonderful guide! - Nic, our guide was amazing. He took really good care of us and arranged for a wheelchair when the walking grew difficult for my husband.
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Susannalnz
Feb 7, 2023
Great tour - Excellent tour. Nic was our tour guide, he was knowledgeable and explained clearly. We also talked a lot about South Africa. It was pity that Sterkfontein Caves was closed due to the flood. We enjoyed the museum, a lot of information. We wished that we could stay for another two hours! Then, we went to Lesedi Cultural Village, it was good to see the cultures and life styles of different tribes. We also enjoyed dances. The tour guide in the cultural village was professional. We also used Africa Moja for airport transfer. They were safe and reliable. Highly recommend.
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Charlie
May 11, 2023
Educational & Enlightening - A little confusion connecting with tour guide but no fault of his. Once we connected was a great experience. He was very knowledgable of the history. The village was the best. Told about the drums and communication, Different tribes dances and the African cultures. Many demonstrations with explanations. The lion Safari educated us deeply about the lions ( details on the family structure).
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Ernie_a
Jul 27, 2024
Uncaring and irresponsible - The tour changed our schedule to accommodate someone else then dropped the visit to the cultural center. We spent over 5 hours in the van and maybe 1.5 hours on the first portion of the tour. The cradle of humankind is a big disappointment with replicas of skulls and basically a lot of written placards. The boat portion was a nightmare for anyone suffering from claustrophobia or sensitivity to flashing lights and loud noises. There was no warning. I guess it was trying to depict the earth forming but had nothing to do with the birth of humanids. Then we went to a cave for a 20 minute visit Never stopping for food or lunch. No one told us about the change or even bothered to check how it was going. I stayed an extra day to visit the cultural center only to have the day ruined. Tip of the day. When you book a tour, confirm what and where you are going. Even though I emailed twice to confirm the operator still changed the tour without my knowledge. I am waiting for a full refund but they should also refund my extra nightspent in my hotel. I would give them zero stars if possible No comment on the cultural center since the operator dropped that from our tour
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