The dolomite cave entrance at Sterkfontein Caves against the Gauteng sky

Sterkfontein Caves Tickets — Pensioner Admission

Ages 60+ · guided cave tour, museum and fossil lab · your chosen hour

Reserve pensioner tour slot

The pensioner ticket gives full timed access to the Sterkfontein cave tour, museum and fossil preparation laboratory at a reduced rate for visitors aged 60 and over. Bring valid ID to the gate.

What's included

Every booking includes the elements below — handled by our concierge team before your visit and confirmed at the entrance.

• Timed guided tour of the Sterkfontein cave system with a trained guide • Full access to the museum, Timeline Walk and fossil preparation laboratory • For visitors aged 60 and over • Booking handled in your own language

Who this is for

This ticket suits visitors aged 60 and over. Bring valid ID with you — the pensioner rate is checked at the gate.

On the day

Have your ID ready alongside your mobile ticket. The cave tour involves stairs and uneven surfaces, and is not step-free.

Frequently asked

Who qualifies for the pensioner rate?
Visitors aged 60 and over, with valid ID shown at the gate.
Do I need a specific time?
Yes — the cave tour departs hourly with a 30-person capacity per group, so your ticket is for a specific tour time.
How do I receive it?
As a mobile ticket with a QR code by email once confirmed — nothing to print.