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“Guide Rabat,communicated well on Itinerary, sires enroute and especially on history, uniqueness and amazing art&architrcture of Elaphanta. He did well in answering our questions and allowing a bit extra time at some areas of the cRead more”
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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“The Elephanta caves tour was great! Our guide Dave was so knowledgeable and friendly, and took amazing pictures of us. Highly recommend!”
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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“I would like to thanks Nitin and Sunny to provide such good tour experience. Nitin is very knowledgeable and he is also a good photographer. I had a very good time at elephanta cave. Sunny is able to manage the city tour even with such…”
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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“This is a work of art, what it took for them to make this is amazing. Only one of the five caves has statutes in it, but imagine making these with a hammer and chisel. If does take an hour each way to get there…”
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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“We really enjoyed the rich history lessons. The boat ride was also enjoyable. Our facilitator fahad was communicative and also on time. he was very helpful. our guide vaibhav was very knowledgeable, friendly and knew all aspects of the cave. He also took great pictures.”
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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“My day tour of Mumbai was very enjoyable. My guide was awesome--informative and personable. He was also flexible about considering things I did and didn't want to see, especially when I got tired later in the day. There was a lot to see! Our driver…”
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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.
“Ferry ride was too crowded. They try to jam on as many as possible. Was not pleasant at all. Exclusivity of viator totally missing.”
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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“A wonderful experience with my tour guide and the boat ride over and back was a wonderful and relaxing trip on a local boat. I didn't know that there were 122 steps up for the visit, but able to accomplish that with ease (and a…”
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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“A great day seeing Elephanta caves. Our guide Raj was great. Mukesh our driver was wonderful - such a delight to talk to and be around. Both locals who know so much of the area. The ferry ride to and from was so enjoyable, socializing…”
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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“Wonderful experience seeing the highlights of Mumbai, including the impressive Elephanta Caves. Our guide was very knowledgeable, friendly, and easy-going. We all had a great time and enjoyed seeing as much of Mumbai as we could in the full-day tour. Would highly recommend for anyone…”
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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“This is a great tour to see a lot in one day. Perfect if you have limited time. The guides were excellent and were very professional. They made sure they accommodated my requests of what to do and see. You will enjoy this, but make…”
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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“I just got back from the full day tour with Sharon and overall I had a fantastic experience. Sharon had great insights and clearly articulated the history of the various locations visited - and always did so with a smile. It was a pleasure spending…”
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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“Learning how industrious the people are and how much recycling is done particularly in the poor areas.”
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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“I had a wonderful trip to the Elephanta Caves with Rajat. He had an impressive knowledge of the place, which he generously shared, and he made sure everything went smoothly – from being early at the meeting point, to getting the best spot on the…”
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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.