Mumbai
Here are the best ways to see the rock-cut cave temples on Elephanta Island, an hour’s ferry ride from the Gateway of India. Note that the caves close on Mondays. Take a guided option; the great Shiva carvings say little without someone to read them for you.
Mysteries await as you embark on an unforgettable guided private tour of the Elephanta Caves & Island, promising a deeper cultural immersion.
Most Popular★ 5.0“Brilliant tour on beautiful island, Sam our guide was very interesting and we learnt lots of information about the caves. Riya our guide to the island and back looked after us so well, a very friendly welcoming young lady. Last but not least our driver…”
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1,327 reviewsFrom $42.00by Linda Tours Mumbai
Explore the UNESCO-listed Elephanta Caves with an expert guide, ferry ride, and detailed insights into India's religious art — all from Mumbai.
★ 4.8“Dave was a great guide who really explained things well.”
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1,032 reviews1.5 - 6 hoursFrom $30by Amaze Tours
Journey into the heart of Mumbai's hidden gems on a private Elephanta tour with AC vehicle - where luxury meets discovery.
★ 5.0“A wonderful experience, Mumbai is rich with history and culture. Nisar and Natin did an excellent job orchestrating the tour. They were very attentive, friendly and knowledgeable. I learned much and had a great tour during a monsoon rainy day!”
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389 reviewsFrom $29.00by BOMBAY TO MUMBAI TOURS
Nestled within the ancient Elephanta Caves lies a mystery waiting to be unraveled - discover what makes this guided tour a truly immersive experience.
★ 5.0“The hike up the hill was worth it to see such beautiful artwork. Just remember to bring ice cold water.”
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386 reviewsFrom $50.00by Amaze Mumbai Tour
Discover the highlights of Mumbai’s Elephanta Caves on a half-day guided tour with ferry ride, impressive sculptures, and island exploration for an authentic experience.
★ 4.9“Great and informative tour. Hamid was great and led us to the caves where a local guide then took over A bit crowded today but the guides helped us understand the importance and history of the area”
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284 reviews4 hoursFrom $26by India Tour
Explore Mumbai's iconic sights, the stunning Elephanta Caves, and vibrant Dharavi with this well-reviewed private tour offering local insights and authentic experiences.
★ 4.9“Excellent tour guide very knowledgeable he is polite and very nice”
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198 reviews4 - 10 hoursFrom $32by Amaze Tours
Discover the ancient marvels of Elephanta Island with this guided tour featuring a scenic ferry ride, expert guides, and stunning sculptures near Mumbai.
“The caves are truly incredible and worth the visit! The boat ride over to the island is quite nice. Our guide Nick was very good. He gave us lots of interesting information about the caves, gods and statues. His English is good and easy to…”
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184 reviewsFrom $27.89by ICONIC MUMBAI TOUR
Glimpse into ancient mysteries at Elephanta Caves, Mumbai, where intricate carvings hold secrets waiting to be unveiled - an adventure like no other awaits.
★ 5.0“Overall a good excursion. A good contrast with a long day on the City tour on the previous day. Boat trip was fun, particularly being surrounded closely by a large flock of seagulls after food. Local guide for the caves not great - very difficult…”
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171 reviewsFrom $27.96by Magical Mumbai Tours
Unveil the mysteries of Elephanta Caves with a private guide on the Mumbai Elephanta Caves Private Half-Day Tour, where ancient secrets await.
★ 4.5“Skipped the lines with a wonderful guide who then transferred us to another guide who was born in Elephanta and knew all the history. He also took some amazing photos of the family, braving the crowds.”
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150 reviewsFrom $105.00by Mystical Mumbai
Lose yourself in the ancient mysteries of Elephanta Caves on a private full-day Mumbai tour, where history and modernity collide in captivating ways.
★ 5.0“Naina guided us through the wonderful sights and sounds of Mumbai, and the Elephanta caves, giving us an excellent overview with lots of interesting detail. really happy with Naina who was very well informed and knew the answer to any question we asked. spoke English…”
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113 reviewsFrom $192.86by Pacific Classic Tours India
An extraordinary journey awaits on the Elephanta Caves tour, where ancient mysteries meet the vibrant pulse of Mumbai's cityscape.
★ 5.0“Flexible with the itinerary. Very knowledgeable. Clean, comfortable car. Great way to see and learn about Mumbai. Wonderful city.”
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100 reviewsFrom $98.00by Linda Tours Mumbai
Yearn for a captivating journey through Mumbai's vibrant streets and ancient Elephanta Caves, where history and mystery await around every corner.
★ 5.0“Sharon, my Mumbai city guide, our driver, and Trikal, my Elephanta operator, were very awesome- they were very helpful during the day and informative about the places we visited. I certainly learned a lot about the history of Mumbai and its wonderful architecture- all in…”
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95 reviewsFrom $89.45by Explore Mumbai Tours
Journey through Mumbai's hidden gems in just 2 days, uncovering its diverse tapestry of sights, sounds, and stories.
★ 5.0“Sahil was an outstanding tour guide! We saw so much in a short period of time. His details about the history, the city and the culture was incredible. The tour of the slums was so detailed and Sahil was able to share his personal experiences…”
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63 reviewsFrom $23.75by BOMBAY TO MUMBAI TOURS
Discover the fascinating Elephanta Caves and Island through this guided tour, featuring UNESCO sites, expert guides, and stunning views for just $40.
★ 4.8“The whole trip was pretty flawless. From being picked up on time and well communicated, to our excellent and knowledgeable guide Rajat, this was worth every penny.”
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59 reviews4 - 9 hoursFrom $39by Linda Tour Mumbai
Discover Mumbai’s highlights with this guided tour featuring the iconic Gateway of India, a ferry to Elephanta Caves, and a heritage walk through vibrant markets.
★ 5.053 reviewsFrom $29.00by BOMBAY TO MUMBAI TOURS
Mumbai runs on ambition, monsoon rain, and vada pav; I could spend a lifetime here and still miss things.