Cradle of Humankind Visitor Centre Maropeng, ZA
Spend a day exploring the Cradle of Humankind on this day tour from Johannesburg. Visit the Maropeng Visitors Center and the Wonder Cave which forms part of the Cradle of Humankind.
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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.
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle
Professional tour guide
Entrance fees
Bottled Water
Lunch
Drinks
Gratuities
Transportation was excellent. My driver was very attentive and responsive. Cave and museum guides were good. I found the service a little expensive, but it was very interesting.
This tour was absolutely perfect! It was incredibly informative, offering fascinating insights into our human origins. The experience was enhanced by the wonderful people I met, creating a warm and engaging atmosphere. Every moment was captivating, and I enjoyed it immensely. Highly recommend this tour for anyone interested in history and humanity’s roots!
Fantastic trip! Ali was amazing and Trevor at the caves was wonderful. Great experience!
Our guide Ali did an excellent job, friendly and knowledgeable. He was early picking us up from hotel. The main event for us was Cradle of Humanity. Despite an odd boat-trip the rest was as informative as we hoped. Getting there early before crowds worked well. Due to it being a Monday and Youth Day the original cave was exchanged for Wonder Caves and an impromptu game drive in the Rhino Lion Reserve. This was a great introduction to S African wildlife.
Excellent tour of the cave. Michael pur guide was a great to deal with.
The tour was wonderful! Our guide, Gabriel, explained every detail, including interesting facts about Johannesburg and the country's history. It was the best tour I've ever taken thanks to him. Not only that, but before we left, he took us to see animals we'd never seen before! If you have to take a tour, ask for Gabriel! Not only is he kind and very friendly, but he also knows a ton of history and tells it with passion! I learned so much from him! Thank you, Gabriel, for an incredible day!
Gabriel was a wonderful guide. He was both punctual and informative. He made the tour a very enjoyable experience. He both explained the history and touched on the cultural aspects of Johannesburg and South Africa. We even saw a Black Rhino near the road. I would recommend this company and Gabriel as a tour guide.
Gabriel was the tour guide. He was great and a good man. The museum is wonderful and has lots of reading! Lol.. the tour guide that is at the museum was not very informative (not fault of the tour company as they have to use the museum guides there). The wonder cave guide was excellent.. and as in the nature reserve got to see some animal’s as well
A Fantastic Tour with Marvin – Highly Recommended! Thank you for a wonderful trip to the Cradle of Humankind and the Wonder Cave! This experience was truly unforgettable, made even more special by my guide, Marvin, whose expertise and deep knowledge of the land, culture, and history added incredible depth to the journey. The Wonder Cave is absolutely worth a visit – a breathtaking natural wonder with stunning formations. Plus, since it’s located in a safari area, you might even get lucky and spot some wildlife along the way! I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Johannesburg. Thank you, Marvin, for an amazing day!