LOOK BEYOND
The landmarks are only the beginning.
MEET THE CITY
Through its people stories and places.
THE UNEXPECTED
The best moments aren't always planned.
A curated experience
Human Origins Narrative
Go behind the scenes of humanity's story.
Beyond the landmarks
Discover the remarkable story of Human Origins.
This narrative brings together science, archaeology and storytelling to revel a side of Johannesburg and its surrounds that very few are able to experience.
Explore the places
Where history unfolded.
01
Cradle of Humankind
Where the story of our species begins — a UNESCO World Heritage Site stretching across the Highveld, holding the largest concentration of human ancestral remains on Earth.
02
Sterkfontein Caves
Descend into the limestone chambers where Mrs. Ples and Little Foot were discovered, rewriting the timeline of human evolution over 3.5 million years.
03
Active archeological sites
Science still unfolding in real time — ongoing excavations continue to surface fossils and artefacts that challenge and deepen our understanding of early humanity.
04
Origins Centre (WITS)
A world-class museum at the University of the Witwatersrand, housing the most comprehensive collection of African rock art and the science of human origins.
A local perspective
Stories. Voices. Perspectives.
Step beyond the traditional visitor experience and discover human origins through an exclusive, curated perspective of Johannesburg's most significant archeological landscapes.
Uncover the stories behind the people, research and places that have transformed our understanding of where we come from.
What you'll experience
More than a tour.
A deeper understanding.
Local perspective
Real stories from people who lived the history.
Historic places
Step into the spaces where history was made.
A curated journey into the landscapes tat hold some of humanity's oldest stories.
Half day or full day
Experiences available
Comfortable transport
Travel with ease
Meals & refreshments
Included where applicable