Original finds site for some of the most important humanoid fossils ever found, the caves had to be a must see for us. In the event, the attached museum was probably more enticing than the cave visit itself. The 'cave' would not feature high on...More

Visited the Sterkfontein Cave with my wife. Interesting experience. Had a wonderful and knowledgeable guide. Explained the formation of stalagmites and stalactites and how to identify them. Discovery of Little foot and Mrs Ples was fascinating. Going through the narrow openings was challenging but made...More

It is a privilege to visit such an important site in the history of humanity, and our guide was ok. However the cave itself was just ok - there are more spectacular geological examples elsewhere if that is your interest. Worth the trip, though.

Guided tour through the cave every day on the hour. Last tour at 4 pm. You can get a discounted comboticket with the Maropeng Visitor Center if you buy your ticket before 1 pm. Both very interesting. The Sterkfontein Cave where they found "Little Foo"t...More

The Sterkfontein Cave has an interesting exhibition area showcasing human evolution before you enter the cave. The cave itself is not spectacular but it is relatively big and deep. There are active excavations ongoing in the cave which are not accessible to the public.

This was the best part of the day. Also very informative and colourful by the exhibit. Our guide was good. Never got bored. The walk through the caves was lovely. It was cool and fun. This was the highlight for me. Lots of stairs and...More

We really loved the tour. Really charismatic and knowledgeable tour guides. This is an active archaeological site, don't expect the commercialism found in other caves in the country. Mining activities has destroyed millions of years worth or crystalline growth, but what is left is truly...More