4–5 hours
Guided in English
Mobile ticket

Highlights

Elephant Caves are situated on Elephanta Island, which is located about 10 km and an hour away from the Gateway of India by boat, and have been dated back to the 4th-5th century BC. The Elephanta Caves tour will give you an opportunity to learn about the history of the Hindu God Lord Shiva, creator, protector and transformer of the universe. Your tour guide, an Elephanta Island resident, will lead you through this UNESCO World Heritage Site which is a must-see and fill you in on all the lesser-known details surrounding the history of the caves. The 120 steps to climb are well worth the effort, although sedan chairs with porters are available on site. Are you ready?

Inclusions

What's included

Bottled water
Masala Chai- India's Favorite Drink
Tour Guide
Elephanta Caves entrance fees, Ferry ticket and Village taxes.
A small parting gift
Delicious Indian snacks

What's not

Alcoholic Beverages
Gratuities

Itinerary

Located on Elephanta Island, these UNESCO World Heritage Caves are a stunning example of rock-cut architecture. Dating back to the 5th-7th centuries, the caves are dedicated to Lord Shiva, with intricate carvings and sculptures, including the magnificent 20-foot Trimurti sculpture. Surrounded by lush greenery, the site offers a serene escape and a glimpse into India’s ancient artistic and spiritual heritage.
4 hAdmission included

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Reviews

5.0

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Know before you go

Meeting point: Our staff will meet you outside PizzaExpress.
Pickup: Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size: Up to 12 travellers
Operated by: Epic Mumbai Tours

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Mumbai

Its from-price is 18% below the median of the 977 experiences we list in Mumbai.
Its length is typical for the group.
By number of reviews it ranks 588 of 977.

About Mumbai

Mumbai is India's restless, glamorous megacity on the Arabian Sea, a city of colonial landmarks, seaside promenades, film studios and street food.

The Gateway of India faces the harbour beside the grand Taj Mahal Palace hotel, and Colaba's streets fill with cafés and markets. The Gothic-revival Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Victorian and Art Deco buildings around the Oval Maidan show the city's architectural ambition.

Top-ranked sights in Mumbai: Gateway of India, Dhobi Ghat, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT).

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