The Cradle of Humankind is a paleoanthropological site and is located about 50 km northwest of Johannesburg, South Africa, in the Gauteng province. …
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Apr 26, 2025
This is a well-executed if slightly gimmicky museum which has been built in a significant location. It was cool to be near the actual spot where all this happened, but the museum could just as well b…Full review by Waimate01
Apr 22, 2025
The museum exhibits aren't being maintained well, many of them don't work or are in bad conditioned. It's really a shame because the subject matter is so interesting. We really enjoyed the ride thoug…Full review by engelvis
Mar 20, 2025
Great tour and experience. The boat ride is a little weird, but all in all the museum is something to see. And the caves were STILL closed.Full review by beth ann k
I Shall be landind at 7:30 at OR Tambo airport. First off, is there any tour featuring airport pick up? If not, will there be enough time to take the Gautrain to Rosebank, check in at the hotel and be picked up afterwards? Is there any substantial difference between the half day and full day tour? Thanks for taking your time to read my inquiry. All the best.
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We rented a car and drove the entire trip so it is difficult to answer your questions. Give the Cradle of Mankind at least four hours with the museum.
We are traveling up to Bela Bela later that day and will be doing the Ann Van Dyk Cheetah tour in the morning. Can you tell me how long each portion of the tour is and what you would most recommend? As we are travelling in early June, what time does it begin to get dark? With a 2 1/2 hour drive to from Magaliesburg to Bela Bela, I want to ensure that we avoid driving at night. Thanks in advance Vicki
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I think two hours for the tour is correct but you can easily spend another hour in the great museum and exhibit which puts everything into perspective. We were there for three hours.
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