The Cradle of Humankind, a World Heritage Site, is located remarkably less than an hour from both Johannesburg and Pretoria, and yet feels eons away from the big city. The rolling hills covered in swishing grass and the nearby Magaliesberg are enough to make the Cradle of Humankind a worthy destination for tourists and city dwellers seeking peace and tranquillity.
Besides its serenity, the Cradle of Humankind has produced some of the most prolific fossils of human ancestors on earth. In addition, some of Gauteng’s best accommodation, restaurants, outdoor attractions, wedding, conference, arts and culture, wildlife and other venues are located in and around Gauteng’s only World Heritage Site. The Cradle of Humankind and its surrounds are easiest to explore by car as the World Heritage Site extends over 53 000 hectares, so distances to the different attractions vary.
For visitor orientation the Cradle of Humankind boasts a world-class visitor centre in Maropeng and along with the world-famous Sterkfontein Caves (R563 Hekpoort Road, Sterkfontein), provides visitors with an exciting overview of the area’s great fossil discoveries and the extent of the site’s World Heritage.
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Main centres: Upington, Askham, Reinfontein Region: Colloquially known as the Kalahari This area of the Northern Cape province is truly the heart of the Kalahari. Here you will experience red sand dunes and dry riverbeds, wide open skies and flat-topped acacia trees that symbolise the Kalahari Red Dune Route. The mighty Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Africa’s first transfrontier park, comprises almost 3.7-million hectares of
Dating back to 1877, the National Museum has developed into an institution of international stature. Intensive research is carried out in the natural and human sciences, and valuable collections have been established. Through its displays and educational programs, the Museum renders a service to all, engaging them in enjoyable and enlightening experiences and enriching learning opportunities. Certain displays are accessible
TGCSA 4-Star Guest House Situated en route to Swaziland and the South African Lowveld, Izimbali Lodge and Restaurant is a world class accomodation venue and offers unique and stylishly decorated accommodation. Being a part of the ‘mystery route’ through Ermelo, Mpumalanga, we epitomise a truly historic and mysterious past. With a maximum capacity of 50 guests, Izimbali features 35 fully serviced, spacious
