Private tour in Johannesburg Lesley O
up to 7 people
7 hours
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Lesley O.
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Sterkfontein Caves and the surrounding area - The Cradle of Humankind - is one of the richest sites for fossil hominids in the world. The ongoing excavations in this cave yielded 'Mrs. Ples' in 1947, and 'Little Foot' in 1998, both Australopithecus africanus. Nearby, the first new hominin fossil site in South Africa, Gladysvale, was found in 1998 and a whole new species, Australopithecus sediba, was discovered in 2010 and Homo naledi in 2015. The Human Origins tour visits the the Gladysvale and Malapa dig sites with game viewing in the reserve along the way and has vantage points offering wonderful views of the unique geology of the area. The Malapa Museum offers a wonderful overview of the area and the fossil discoveries. New caves are still being located. The natural vegetation of the area is varied and interesting. Maropeng visitor centre explains the forces shaping the earth and evolution and has a display of fossils. The walk outside has beautiful views across the Cradle.
From your accommodation, we proceed to the Cradle Nature Reserve for the Human Origins tour which is in an open game viewing vehicle. We visit a lookout point, Gladysvale site and Malapa dig site with a specialist site guide. After the tour, which lasts about 4hrs, we visit the Malapa Museum at the hotel. From the Cradle Reserve we proceed to Maropeng Visitor Centre. Depending on the time available, and the guest's requirements, we can take the scenic route back. It will be longer than the regular route, and goes through the Cradle via the Witwatersberg mountains, providing a glimpse of the beauty of this area. It is also possible to combine this tour with Lesedi Cultural village. Please email for details. This is a full day tour, and all refreshments are provided. If anything extra is required, there is a restaurant/coffee shop at both locations, as well as gift shops.
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Comfortable Volkswagen Microbus with airconditioning and excellent visibility.
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: O R Tambo International Airport or your place of accommodation in the Johannesburg area.
Book with a 20% deposit!
Size:
up to 7 people
Duration:
7 hours
Transportation:
Private transportation
1
View Pricing Details
Book with a 20% deposit!
Size:
up to 7 people
Duration:
7 hours
Transportation:
Private transportation
1
View Pricing Details
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