Mumbai Caves Guided Tour
Description
Visit the Kanheri Caves, a group of rock-cut Buddhist monuments located in lush forests on the outskirts of Mumbai. This caves is served the purpose of Buddhist centre of education, where the religious men used to deliver lectures on the religious texts and basic moral values that one should follow. Mostly young generation like to visit this caves during monsoon season. waterfall offers a spectacular view in the monsoon season.
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Itinerary
The Kanheri Caves are a group of caves and single rock-cut monuments cut into a massive basalt outcrop in the forests of the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, on the island of Salsette in the western outskirts of Mumbai, India.
Sanjay Gandhi National Park is a significant wildlife reserve which impresses visitors with its diverse flora and fauna. It was formed in 1969 by merging different forest reserves with the Borivali National Park, which was 20.26 sq km in area. The geographical expanse of the national park thus formed was 104 sq km.
The Mandapeshwar Caves is an 8th Century rock-cut shrine dedicated to Shiva located near Mount Poinsur in Borivali, a suburb of Mumbai in Maharashtra, India. The caves were originally Buddhist viharas. These 6th century caves are located in a corner of Borivali- an otherwise northern suburb of Mumbai
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We provide free pickup service from Hotel / Residence / Airport / Railway Station & Port and also free drop service. We only provide pickup & drop service from the hotel located in Suburb / North Mumbai or South Mumbai. Pickup & drop service from Navi Mumbai area or far away from Mumbai City (North / South Mumbai) will charge extra. Information Related to Elephanta Caves: Kanheri Caves is open 6 days a week. Only Closed on Monday. Private Vehicle is not allowed in National Park as it is under the control of the Forest Department. So we have to park our private vehicles at the Gate of Sanjay Gandhi National Park. From the Gate, we have to take Public Bus to go up to Kanheri caves.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Must carry cap or hat, trekking shoes or sport shoes
Reviews(19)
it was my fantastic journey ever in my life
I highly recommend this tour. From the time we were picked up, till the time we were dropped off was a 5 star experience. Our guide Vikrant was so knowledgeable and was able to keep us very informed and answered any questions we had. He took his time with us ( we can be kind of slow) but he was patient with us and was there to lend a physical hand when needed. The driver made us feel very comfortable which is hard to to in Mumbai traffic, but he made sure we arrived safely to all our destinations. Two thumbs up
Sameer was fully attentive to us throughout our tour of the caves and along the road towards our caves visit. Sameer gave us excellent advice on protocols and interaction with the monkeys. Throughout our tour of the caves he added many interesting details about the lives of the monks who developed and lived temporarily in the caves during their annual visits. We enjoyed a lovely half day and are completely satisfied with our interesting and informative tour.
Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. The admission fees were included in the price of the tour. The tour went for most of the day and we got to see a good amount of caves.
Highly recommended tour in a beautiful national park in the middle of Mumbai. Sameer is a very nice guide, super friendly and competent. We were able to take a lot of interesting background knowledge with us.
I had an amazing tour with Sameer to the Mumbai national park and Kanheri caves. The pickup was in time and the vehicle well maintained. Sameer gave me some insights about the Indian culture as well as the caves we have visited. I was surprised about the nature and the history of the caves. I can highly recommend the tour!
The network of Buddhist caves are beautiful and inspiring. The ancient Buddhists carved large stone megalithic carvings. I was surprised by their size. The water hydrology was very sophisticated with water canals and dams. A must see with our knowledgeable guide Sanseer. Our car was a nice SUV with excellent AC. Good Driver.
Sanjay Gandhi National Park is just 1.5 ~ 2 hours from Mumbai City. And the caves inside the park are fascinating. Mr. Sameer introduced Mumbai and the caves along the way. Very professional. I was able to take my time enjoying the beautiful park and Kanheri caves. He gave great tips for what to look for and to listen in the caves and in the park. Deers, many cute monkeys and hawks were spotted. The tour ended with Mandapeshwar Caves. A great experience you must have when you visit Mumbai.
The park and the caves were more than I expected. Mr. Sameer introduced Mumbai and the caves along the way. Very professional. I was able to take my time enjoying the beautiful park and Kanheri caves. He gave great tips for what to look for and to listen in the caves and in the park. Deers, many cute monkeys and hawks were spotted. The tour ended with Mandapeshwar Caves. A great experience you must have when you visit Mumbai.
Sameer was an excellent guide: kind, thoughtful, attentive, and knowledgeable. All of the logistics were flawlessly executed. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour!
