Elephanta Caves Tour: Explore Ancient Rock-Cut Temples

Explore the ancient Elephanta Caves and discover the vibrant city of Mumbai on this half-day tour. Marvel at the rock-cut temples and learn about their historical significance with a knowledgeable guide.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Gateway of India - Enjoy a delightful ferry ride lasting about 1 hour from the Gateway of India to Elephanta Jetty. Our guide will be waiting to greet you at Elephanta Jetty.
  • Elephanta Caves - Meet our guide and discover captivating tales about the island’s history, its Portuguese name “Elephanta,” and the mythological importance of each…
What's Included
  • Entry charges for caves
  • Water bottles
  • All fees and taxes
  • Expert local guide (licensed)
  • Ferry charges included
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup & dropoff by airconditioned vehicle (available for extra charge of USD 24 for 1-4 pax)
  • Gratuities
  • Any other meals or drinks
  • chair to reach the caves ( It will be approx INR 2000/- for retuen)
Additional Information

Scenic Ferry Ride: Enjoy a delightful cruise across Mumbai Harbour, traveling from the Gateway of India to Elephanta Island, with each journey taking approximately one hour.
Explore Ancient Rock-Cut Temples: Travel back in time as you explore the cave temples, expertly carved from solid basalt rock.
The Great Trimurti Sculpture: Marvel at the…

Location
Gateway Of India Mumbai
Our meeting point is the gateway of India, before the check-in point, right side is Counter no 2, Meet Panchraj
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Navigator39560020915
Jan 25, 2026
Enchanting Elephanta tour - Sandeep guide took us through all caves and described the details and historical importance very nicely .
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Rohitn32
Jan 8, 2026
Pleasant - We did a day trip to Elephanta caves. Highly recommended for the sheer history of the caves and the Lord Shiva carvings. Sandeep Mhatre was an efficient and reliable guide.
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Traveler18760777976
Jan 4, 2026
Experience of elephanta caves with our guide Sandeep - Sandeep (our Guide) explained about elephanta caves (Dharapuri) in very sequential and proper manner, which helped us to understand a lot about elephanta caves. His explanation also helped senior citizens (accompanying us) to know a lot about elephanta caves, it's origin and purpose. His behaviour is very friendly and welcoming. I would recommend Sandeep to other visiting persons.
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Mena
Nov 18, 2025
Visited the Elephanta Caves and the experience was really good. Had. Fabulous time learning about the caving and stones - It was wonderful, Sameer was really good, he explained everything in detail. It was a wonderful and i learnt a lot about the caves.
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Happiness42071918148
Jul 22, 2025
Beautiful and insightful - Sameer was our tour guide on tje Elephanta Tour. He was very knowledgeable and considerate. We really learned alot. He also took some very good photos of us. Thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
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Nataliemr2260bb
Jul 2, 2025
Amazing tours with Rakesh and Sameer - Had a great trip to Elephanta island with Sameer who was very knowledgeable! Rakesh did a wonderful Mumbai city tour. Highly recommend!
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Veronicavj533wx
Jan 23, 2025
To visit! - Very particular and suggestive place! Our guide Sam, very good, accompanied us illustrating the caves their history
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Sherpa43173842983
Jan 23, 2025
Amazing Mumbai Dream Tours! - Sam is an amazing tour guide! He is very friendly, accommodating, helpful, and knowledgable. He also takes great photos too! Highly recommended tour guide!
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Simokelevra13
Jan 23, 2025
Amazing - Sam was amazing, very kindly and professional. The place was so beautiful and the story very interesting. It’s really nice place
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E8888vzanastasiab
Jan 23, 2025
Elephant caves tour - We had a lovely tour and heard some very interesting information from our guide Sam and were surrounded by peaceful setting on the island!
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From $70
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).