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Sterkfontein Cave

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#1 of 3 things to do in Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site
Nature & Parks, Caverns & Caves
Closed Now: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sterkfontein Caves Rd. | Kromdraai Road Off the R563, Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site, South Africa
Open today: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Sit­u­at­ed an hour’s dri­ve from Johan­nes­burg and Pre­to­ria, the Sterk­fontein Caves are world-famous for their fos­sil finds and are a pop­u­lar vis­i­tor destination. After an exten­sive facelift in 2005, the Sterk­fontein Caves site is now...more
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Sterkfontein Caves Rd. | Kromdraai Road Off the R563, Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site, South Africa
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Sterkfontein Caves
If you want to see caves at least once in your lifetime.... do visit this cave. We opted for the caves and museum combo.The cradle of humankind is a world heritage site. The oldest human fossil was found here. Before you enter the caves displays of fossils, ancient tools and…
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Date of experience: February 2019
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Responded 2 weeks ago
Thanks for this review, prani2016. Yes, comfortable clothes and shoes are a must for the Sterkfontein Caves!
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Visit to Sterkfontein Caves and Museum
We opted for the caves and museum combo.The cradle of humankind is a world heritage site. The oldest humanoid fossil was found here. Before you enter the caves displays of fossils, ancient tools and stages of the evolution of modern day human can be viewed.The tour guide was…
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Date of experience: December 2019
Response from Maropeng_Marketing, Public Relations Manager at Sterkfontein Cave
Responded 2 weeks ago
Thanks for this really great review, Prega N. Glad you enjoyed your day out with us!
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Great trip
The tour runs every hour. I'm glad that I bought the combo ticket for the cave and the museum. Much cheaper like that! The cave itself is not as spectacular as Congo cave, but rich in history and lot more fun!
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Date of experience: January 2020
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Glad you had fun, CathyH2369!
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Informative, a must do!
Pushing the boundaries in tight underground spaces. Guide was knowledgeable..You leave here having learnt and experienced something rewarding.
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Date of experience: December 2019
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Thanks for sharing your experience, Neesi N!
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Awesome
It is well worth it to buy a combo ticket at Maropeng which allows you acces to the visitors centre and the caves which is situated 11km from Maropeng itself. Our guide's name was Norman and he was awesome. Making jokes and also entertaining us throughout our tour through the…
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Date of experience: December 2019
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