Olduvai Gorge
The Cradle of Humankind - Where Our Story Began
Journey to Our Origins
Olduvai Gorge is one of the most important paleoanthropological sites in the world. This 48-kilometer-long ravine in the Great Rift Valley has yielded fossils of early humans, stone tools, and evidence of our ancestors dating back over 2 million years.
Made famous by Louis and Mary Leakey's discoveries, including the Zinjanthropus skull, Homo habilis, and Homo erectus remains, Olduvai Gorge offers a unique window into human evolution and has earned its designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Olduvai Gorge Museum Visit
Explore the renowned Olduvai Gorge Museum showcasing early human fossils, stone tools, and archaeological discoveries spanning over 2 million years. Learn about the Leakey family's groundbreaking research that changed our understanding of human evolution.
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Guided Tour - Excavation Sites
Visit the actual excavation sites where Louis and Mary Leakey made their famous discoveries. Walk through the gorge with expert guides who explain the geological layers and archaeological significance of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Walking Trail - Gorge Exploration
Hike along designated trails around Olduvai Gorge to see where important fossil evidence was uncovered. Your guide will explain how ancient lake deposits preserved humanity's earliest ancestors and their tools.
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Anthropology & Paleontology Tour
Comprehensive tour combining the museum visit with field sites and in-depth explanations of human evolution. Perfect for students, researchers, and anyone fascinated by our origins. Includes special access to research areas.
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Discover Where Humanity Began
Walk in the footsteps of our earliest ancestors and witness the archaeological wonders that changed our understanding of human evolution.