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Wonders of Palaeosciences Expeditions Collection

The Stories of South Africa’s Palaeolandscapes

Travel across South Africa on an extraordinary journey into the past, exploring the landscapes and discoveries that reveal the remarkable story of Life on Earth. From ancient fossil landscapes and dinosaur-rich formations to prehistoric rock art, changing ecosystems, mass extinctions and the deep geological history of our planet, each expedition offers an immersive exploration of South Africa’s extraordinary palaeoscientific heritage.

Journey to The Origins of Life, Humanity & Ancient Worlds

Developed through a collaboration between Safari Odyssey and GENUS Africa, the Wonders of Palaeosciences Expeditions Collection brings together world-class science, leading researchers, exceptional destinations and rare access to some of South Africa’s most significant palaeontological, archaeological and geological landscapes.

Created for the curious, these are expeditions for those who want to go beyond simply seeing the past – to explore the landscapes, engage with the science and experience the discoveries that continue to shape our understanding of Life on Earth.

The Waterberg Rock Art Expedition

From USD 7,450 pps • 12 Days & 11 Nights • Limited to 10 guests

Ancient Landscapes • Rock Art • Human Creativity • Archaeology
The story of how people expressed, interpreted and interacted with their world

Journey into one of Southern Africa’s greatest open-air galleries, where ancient rock art provides remarkable insight into the creativity, symbolism and life-styles of hunter-gatherer societies. Set amidst the breathtaking wilderness of the Waterberg, one of South Africa’s most beautiful natural landscapes, this extraordinary expedition combines world-class research, immersive archaeological discovery and an unforgettable safari experience. Guided by leading experts, you’ll explore remarkable rock art landscapes and discover what they reveal about people, beliefs and environments of the past.

Available to explore

The Great Karoo Dinosaur Fossil Expedition

From USD 8,700 pps • 13 Days & 12 Nights • Limited to 10 guests

Evolution • Extinction • Mammalian Lineage • Palaeontology
The story of how life changed through geological time

Venture into the heart of the Great Karoo, one of the world’s most remarkable fossil landscapes, where extraordinary discoveries have revealed the evolution of life across hundreds of millions of years. From ancient ecosystems and spectacular fossil sites to the geological record of mass extinction and recovery, this immersive expedition combines world-class palaeontology, breathtaking scenery and authentic Karoo hospitality. Accompanied by leading scientists, you’ll explore the fossils and ancient environments that reveal how life responded to dramatic changes on our planet through deep time.

Available to explore

The Cradle Of Humankind Hominin Fossil Expedition

From USD 7,690 pps • 14 Days & 13 Nights • Limited to 10 guests

Hominin Fossils • Ancient Landscapes • Scientific Discovery • Palaeoanthropology
Fossils of an ancient landscape and the questions they continue to raise

Step into one of the world’s most extraordinary hominin fossil landscapes and join leading researchers in the field at the Cradle of Humankind UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the renowned Kromdraai and Sterkfontein cave systems, participate in hands-on excavation and discover the science behind the fossils preserved within this remarkable ancient landscape.

Available to explore

The Origins Safari Of South Africa

Coming soon — expedition currently in development

Deep Time, Dark Time & Geology
A Free State Highlands Expedition

Coming soon — expedition currently in development

Archaeological Landscape
Of The Cape Coast Expedition

Coming soon — expedition currently in development

A Safari Odyssey & GENUS Africa
Collaboration

In support of The GENUS We Dig Fossils Grant
By joining one or more of these expeditions, you are supporting the
We Dig Fossils Grant, an initiative dedicated to promoting diversity, inclusion and scientific excellence within the palaeosciences. Your contribution helps provide opportunities for emerging African women researchers to pursue ambitious scientific careers, lead innovative research projects and collaborate within one of Africa’s most dynamic and inclusive palaeoscience communities through GENUS Africa.
It starts here. It starts with you.

Whatsapp: + 27 82 362 9302 / +27 72 371 6579
Email: lynne@safariodyssey.africa OR info@safariodyssey.africa
18 Meadow Avenue, Southdowns Estate, Pretoria, South Africa​
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