Johannesburg: Cradle of Humankind Day Tour with Hotel Pickup
ID: GYG841607-1331941
Category:
Country: South Africa
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Discover the birthplace of humanity on a day trip to the Cradle of Humankind. Explore the Wondercave and learn about the history of the archeological site.
Discover the birthplace of humanity and see the place where our collective umbilical cord lies buried on a day tour to the Cradle of Humankind. Start your morning with a convenient hotel pickup and head to the UNESCO World Heritage Site located just outside of Johannesburg, the Cradle of Humankind.
Begin your sightseeing adventure with a tour of the Wondercave which is located at the Cradle of the Humankind. Follow your guide as you explore the exhibition above ground before heading deep into the caves. Learn about the fascinating history behind this archeological site and the discoveries that have been made here, some dating back more than four million years.
Next, head to the Maropeng Visitor Center to see the award-winning, world-class exhibition focused on the development of humans and our ancestors. Take a journey through time and learn about the evolutionary processes that worked together to create the world as we know it today.
Highlights
- Discover the birthplace of humanity on a day trip to the Cradle of Humankind
- Explore the Wondercave and learn about the history of the archeological site
- See the place where our collective umbilical cord lies buried
- Visit the Maropeng Visitor Center and see the award-winning exhibition
- Learn about the evolutionary processes that created the world as we know it
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved.
The Cradle of Humankind is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, please respect the guidelines and do not touch or damage the exhibits.
Photography is allowed, but flash photography is not permitted inside the caves.
Bring a hat and sunscreen as parts of the tour are outdoors.
Carry water to stay hydrated during the tour.
Hotel pickups commence prior to the start time, please be ready at your hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
Our professional tour guide/driver will pick up at the hotel/guesthouse reception, at the stated time; please be there 10 min prior to the starting tour time.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
