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    Cradle of Humankind

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    Roots restaurant glowing at dusk, reflected in the still dam under a pink sky
    The neon Dare2Dream sign over open gates with steel tree-woman sculptures, a lit boardwalk leading to the transparent dome glowing in the forest at night
    Whispering Tree at night: a candle-lit path leading to a table for two with red chairs under the big tree, the forest lit green, a butterfly in the branches Whispering Tree A table for two under the trees in the lit forest at night, red chairs, silver cloches and pink roses, the Dare2Dream dome glowing blue behind Fantasy View Red Chandelier at night: a table for two with silver cloches and butterfly napkins, red velvet chairs, a tree stump with roses and rose petals, a red glass chandelier hanging in the trees and the grasses lit red Red Chandelier Nymph's Table at night: the rusted steel nymph on the wooden deck in the forest, the table for two with red chairs behind her, the trees lit green and purple and a glowing light along the deck Nymph’s Table
    A breakfast table for two with red chairs and roses beside a great leaning tree in the forest The breakfast table on the green among tree stumps, under old branches, the dome behind the trees The breakfast table from close by: silver cloches, butterfly placemats, red roses and red chairs in the forest

    Eat

    All dining
    Dare2Dream Dome Restaurant
    Romantic Dinners in the Fantasy Forest
    Forest Breakfast for Two

    Events

    Two glowing crystal chandeliers over silver ice bowls with bubbly, blue and orange flowers beside themA large gold picture frame on the deck by the water, framing a silver throne with a grey fur throw, gold candelabras and crystal chandeliers hanging over the damKarina Marais on the silver lion throne at a birthday, in a blue fur coat with a cup of tea, a gold candelabra and the reeds behind
    Private functions All events
    The Boardroom: blue chairs around a long wooden table, red curtains and the green garden through the windows
    Conferences All events
    Long wedding table with white linen, clear chairs and white flowers, artworks on the wall behind
    Weddings All events

    What our guests say

    Ratings as at 26 October 2026

    “The room was private, peaceful, and beautifully designed, creating the perfect sense of escape and relaxation.”
    Ivan P. · Google review · June 2026
    “One of the most peaceful settings I have stayed in — the Cradle of Humankind location is stunning and remarkably close to Johannesburg.”
    Kobus C. · Google review · May 2026
    “The fine-dining menu with wine-pairing was absolutely superb.”
    Ishmael M. · Google review · September 2026
    “The experience was amazing and the room was straight out of a dream.”
    Abu-bakr M. · Google review · May 2026
    “One of the most amazing experiences I have had on a getaway. The staff are amazing.”
    Christopher N. · Google review · August 2026
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