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Cradle of Human Kind, Sun City & Pilanesberg Game Reserve Tour

3 days
Start and end in Johannesburg
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Cradle of Humankind to Sun City

    You'll get picked up near O.R. Tambo Airport and head out to the Cradle of Humankind, where Maropeng takes you through 14 billion years of human history. The Tumulus building has interactive displays that walk you through different periods, and you can grab lunch at the on-site restaurant whenever you're hungry. After that, you'll visit Sterkfontein Caves to see the actual spots where those famous fossils were found. By evening, you'll settle in at Sun City Resort where you have unlimited access to Valley of Waves water park for the rest of the day.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Buffet breakfast included at Sun City Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Tour of Maropeng - Cradle of Humankind
    • Explore Tumulus building interactive displays
    • Visit Sterkfontein Caves
    • Unlimited free access to Valley of Waves

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch at Tumulus restaurant
    Landmarks/POIs
    Maropeng Visitor Centre
    Sterkfontein Caves
    Valley of Waves
  2. Day 2

    Pilanesberg Game Reserve and Sun City

    Get an early start with a game drive through Pilanesberg Game Reserve, where you'll have chances to spot the Big 5 in their natural environment. The rest of your day opens up for exploring both Sun City and Lost City Resorts, which offer everything from family-friendly activities to high-energy adventures depending on what you're after. You'll spend another night at Sun City Resort with unlimited access to Valley of Waves, so you can head back there whenever you want.

    Meals
    Breakfast (Buffet breakfast included at Sun City Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Game drive through Pilanesberg Game Reserve
    • Unlimited free access to Valley of Waves

    Optional Activities

    • Family activities at Sun City Resort
    • Adrenaline-fueled adventures at Sun City and Lost City Resorts
    Landmarks/POIs
    Pilanesberg Game Reserve
    Valley of Waves
  3. Day 3

    Pilanesberg to O.R. Tambo Airport

    Start your morning with another game drive through Pilanesberg Game Reserve, then drive toward Hartbeespoortdam and stop at Monate Citrus Cellar to sample some home-brewed mampoer spirits. You'll have time to walk through African arts and craft stores for shopping, and then choose between visiting the Voortrekker Monument or Union Buildings before heading back to O.R. Tambo Airport, depending on how much time remains in your day.

    Included Activities

    • Game drive through Pilanesberg Game Reserve

    Optional Activities

    • Tasting at Monate Citrus Cellar
    • Shopping at African arts and craft stores
    • Visit to Voortrekker Monument
    • Visit to Union Buildings
    Landmarks/POIs
    Pilanesberg Game Reserve
    Hartbeespoortdam
    Voortrekker Monument
    Union Buildings
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    · September 12th, 2023
    The tour was very interesting and we saw 2 of...
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    It was great doing the tour for you, its always good to get honest feedback. Please call again. Best regards, Jakes.
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    Trip date: September 2023
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    · January 3rd, 2020
    The tour was a great introduction to South...
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    Amatungulu Tour commented on this review
    Thank you so much for the booking you made to experience this valuable tour. I will always do my best to give clients a memorable visit to South Africa. Please call again.
    Trip date: December 2019

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    Asked on June 25th, 2022

    I am looking to book a tour in October and would like a more detailed breakdown of the pricing. For example: Which hotel will we stay in, and whether the cost of the hotel is inclusive in your advertised price?

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      You stay in the Cabanas at the Sun City Resort for 2 nights, and cost is included. Breakfasts are included. Excellent restaurants available for lunch and dinners, which are not included.

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