The Cradle of Humankind, a World Heritage Site, is highly regarded by archaeologists, who view the Sterkfontein Caves as one of the world’s most significant anthropological sites. Over the past few decades, numerous early hominid remains have been discovered there, with the most recent find being Homo “Naledi,” consisting of 1,500 specimens.
The Cradle of Humankind, a World Heritage Site, is highly regarded by archaeologists, who view the Sterkfontein Caves as one of the world’s most significant anthropological sites. Over the past few decades, numerous early hominid remains have been discovered there, with the most recent find being Homo “Naledi,” consisting of 1,500 specimens.
- Maropeng Visitor Centre - The word “Maropeng” in SeTswana translates to “Returning to a place of origin.” This exhibition guides visitors through the history of the planet’s formation and the evolution of humankind over millions of years.
- Johannesburg - The Cradle of Humankind is located about an hour’s drive from Johannesburg (Sandton, Rosebank area), with a similar travel time for the return journey.
- Maropeng Visitor Centre - The word “Maropeng” in SeTswana translates to “Returning to a place of origin.” This exhibition guides visitors through the history of the planet’s formation and the evolution of humankind over millions of years.
- Johannesburg - The Cradle of Humankind is located about an hour’s drive from Johannesburg (Sandton, Rosebank area), with a similar travel time for the return journey.

- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic Beverages
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.