4-Hour Elephanta Caves Group Tour from Mumbai by Ferry

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Visit the Elephanta Caves, a must-see UNESCO World Heritage Site near Mumbai
• 02 Learn about cave excavations carved from solid basalt rock
• 03 Discover Hindu and Buddhist temples built into the caves
• 04 See the cave dedicated to God Shiva with its immense three-headed sculpture
• 05 Ride the ferry from the Gateway of India to Elephanta Island

Explore the beautiful Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this tour from Mumbai. Take the ferry from the Gateway of India to Elephanta Island and discover a must-see destination for history buffs and archaeology aficionados. Marvel at the caves' 6th-century architecture, massive pillars, and artifacts across seven major excavation sites as your guide shares insights into India's religious history. Visit caves with distinct Hindu and Buddhist significance, including the cave dedicated to भगवान Shiva with its immense three-headed sculpture.

Marvel at the caves' 6th-century architecture, massive pillars, and artifacts across seven major excavation sites as your guide shares insights into India's religious history.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Mumbai

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Meet Your Guide at the Meeting Point

• Meet our company representative or tour guide here.

2

Day 02

Ferry Ride to Elephanta Island

• Our guide will take you on a ferry from the Gateway of India to Elephanta Island.
• On arriving at Elephanta Island, you will walk for 150 meters and climb the steps to reach the caves (110+ steps in total).
• You will then begin your guided group tour.

3

Day 03

Guided Tour of the Elephanta Caves

• You will start your guided tour of the caves.

The duration of the guided tour is 90-120 minutes, depending on the group size and the group's interest.

4

Day 04

Return Ferry to Mumbai

• After the guided tour is over, the guide will help you board the ferry from Elephanta Jetty and see you off. The ferry ride ends at the Gateway of India.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Guided group tour
• Ferry tickets
• Local island taxes
• Elephanta Cave entrance fees
• All taxes

What's Not Included

• Meals
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

What to bring

• Water
• Cap or hat

Know before you go

• There are 110+ steps, so this tour is not recommended for people with knee issues, back problems, elderly people, or pregnant women.
• We have 2 options for the start time: 8:45 am and 10:30 am.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

PizzaExpress, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Marg, Apollo Bandar, Colaba, Maharashtra, India

Tour start

Dhanraj Mahal, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Marg, Apollo Bandar, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.