Cradle of Humankind with Lion Park Day Tour
Quick Info:
After pick-up, we depart north of Johannesburg to Cradle of
Humankind is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offering human discovery, safari, and
cultural experience. We stop at Sterkfontein Cave, as the guide assists guests with
formalities before proceeding with the tour. The tour will start off at the
fascinating display museum, where guests will see the cave formations and
geology, early life forms, mammals, and hominid fossils. You will also be introduced
to “Mrs. Ples”, the “Taung Child” and “Little Foot”. Thereafter you proceed to
explore the caves where you will discover many hominid and other animal fossils
dated more than 4 million years ago. We make our way to Maropeng Visitor
Centre, upon your arrival enjoy a self-guided tour to explore the center the
development of the planet, and the evolution of the current world. At the
center, you will learn more about humankind born, encounter the stone tools
that are 1 million years old. Upon arrival at Lion Park, your guide will be
there to assist through the entrance procedures. The park dedicated guide will
address a few safari rules before departing on a shared game drive in a 4x4
vehicle. Depart for a 2-hour game drive the guide will be sharing their
knowledge of the fauna and flora. On the safari drive, you will spot lions,
wild dogs, antelopes, cheetahs. Thereafter an amazing thrilling safari
experience, visit the giraffe center for a close encounter with the tallest
animal and feed them while other animals are there. After a very authentic
experience, purchase gifts at the curio shop.
Highlights
- Your ticket will be e-mailed, SMS or WhatsApp.
- Sterkfontein Cave display museum
- Learn more about the discovery of cave formation
- Self-guide at Maropeng Centre
- Safari drive at Lion Park
Inclusions and Exclusions
What’s Included:
- English speaking guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Vehicle and fuel
- Cradle of Humankind
What’s Excluding:
- All meals and beverages
- Gratuities (Optional)
- Lion Park Safari 2-Hour Tour (ZAR 325.00 per person)
- Items of personal nature
- Entrance fees to other places of interest
Additional Info
Know before you go:
- All children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
- Infants seats are available - Write in the notes how many
seats and age(s) of kids.
- A wheelchair is accessible at certain attractions.
- Most travelers can participate.
- Your ticket will be e-mailed, SMS or WhatsApp to you by one
of our representative 24 to 48 hours before the commencement of the experience.
What to bring:
- A jacket or a jersey as the weather can change at any time.
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- Cash - South African currency (ZAR) and all major credits
cards are accepted at places of interest.
- Sunscreen and a hat or a small umbrella.
- Camera or a full charged cellphone to capture memorable
moments.