Mumbai Elephanta Caves Private Half-Day Tour including Guide
Description
Visit the Elephanta Caves on this 4-hour tour. Explore the more enormous Hindu caves, the smaller Buddhist caves as well as the main cave, also known as the Shiva Cave. See the numerous sculptures depicting various aspects of Shiva’s life.
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Itinerary
Disemark with your Tour Guide After an hour long boat ride to Elephanta Island from the Gateway of India, explore the magnificent caves. The outer caves were used as a place of Hindu worship until Portuguese rule was established. The caves further in are smaller and are Buddhist caves. The main cave, otherwise known as the Shiva Cave, contains numerous carvings throughout depicting various aspects of Lord Shiva including his wedding, his slaying of Andhaka and more. There will also be a sculpture of the Trimurti in the main cave that is approximately 20 feet tall. Other wings of the caves have shrines dedicated to Shiva’s sons, Kartikeya and Ganesh. Book and explore this UNESCO World Heritage site with a guide from Gharapuri, which is a small village on the south side of the island.
The Gateway of India is an arch monument built during the 20th century in Mumbai. The monument was erected to commemorate the landing of King-Emperor George V and Queen-Empress Mary at Apollo Bunder on their visit to India in 1911.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Meeting point or pickup from your accommodation with extra charge
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Minimum age is 10 years
- No strict dress code is enforced at tour sites. However, please be advised to dress accordingly for places of worship; spaghetti straps and short shorts are not recommended
- A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes, and sunglasses/sunscreen are highly recommended, as well as a hat or scarf for ladies
- prices for English,Spanish and German are different
Reviews(157)
Artí we had an excelente experiencia with a tour guide arti Great guide very knowlegeable , friendly , and profesional the your was organized , and we learned a lot while having a great time . Highly recomiended And specily to mystical mumbai
This tour was informative. I learned a lot about religion and life in the island from my Elephanta Caves guide, Sammer. My driver, Mukesh was professional & friendly. My guide, Aarti was knowledgeable, sweet, & very kind. I would highly recommend this tour which also comes with a city sightseeing tour. This tour is a ine stop shop!
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such an informative and enriching experience exploring the Elephanta Caves and learning about the island’s history and spirituality. It’s great to know that Sammer made the tour engaging, Mukesh provided a smooth and friendly ride, and Aarti added warmth and knowledge to your journey. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to them—they’ll be delighted! We truly appreciate your recommendation and are glad you enjoyed the combination of the caves and city sightseeing. We hope to welcome you again for another memorable experience in the future!
Great knowledge and very friendly service from Aarti and Samer
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed the knowledgeable and friendly service from Aarti and Samer. They'll be thrilled to hear your kind words. We hope to see you again on another tour soon!
Great communication from the tour operator. Aarti and Samer were great guides. Very friendly and knowledgeable and looked after us throughout the time including taking great photos.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear you had such a positive experience with us. Aarti and Samer will be especially pleased to know their friendliness, knowledge, and attention made your tour memorable—and that they captured some great photos for you too! We truly appreciate you choosing us and hope to welcome you again on another adventure soon.
Excellent tour. Sam and Aarti was extremely knowledgable, their english good. Both very patient and ensured we enjoyed our day
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you had an excellent tour with Sam and Aarti. They truly take pride in sharing their knowledge and making every experience enjoyable, so your feedback means a lot to them. We’re especially glad you felt well taken care of and that they ensured you had a wonderful day. We hope to welcome you again for another memorable experience in the future! 😊
Aarti and pankaj I had the pleasure of touring with Tour Guide's aarti] on Elephanta Caveand it was an experience I won’t forget. From start to finish, she made sure we were comfortable and well-informed, with a perfect balance of fun and educational commentary. Aarti was incredibly knowledgeable about the history and culture of Mumbai and her stories brought the places we visited to life. I especially loved how she tailored the tour to the interests of the group, answering questions and providing additional insights. Beyond the historical facts, Aarti had a great sense of humor and kept the whole group engaged throughout. She also went above and beyond by giving us local recommendations for food and places to visit after the tour.thank you aarti
Thank you so much for your heartfelt and detailed review! We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a memorable experience visiting Elephanta Caves with Aarti and Pankaj. It’s wonderful to know that Aarti’s knowledge, storytelling, and sense of humor helped bring the history and culture to life for you. She is truly passionate about what she does, and your kind words perfectly reflect the effort she puts into making every tour both engaging and informative. We’re especially pleased to hear that she tailored the experience to your group’s interests and shared local recommendations to enhance the rest of your time in Mumbai. Going the extra mile for our guests is something we truly value. Thank you again for your thoughtful feedback. We’ll be sure to pass along your appreciation to Aarti and Pankaj — it will mean a great deal to them. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience in the future!
Spectacular I felt God's divine energy and blessings, world heritage, unmissable history great guide and I take pictures of film
Muchísimas gracias por tus palabras tan llenas de emoción y buena energía! 🙏 Nos alegra profundamente saber que viviste la experiencia de una forma tan especial, conectando con la historia, la espiritualidad y la belleza del lugar. Para nosotros es un honor poder compartir un sitio con tanto valor patrimonial y significado, y saber que lo sentiste así de intensamente nos motiva a seguir dando lo mejor cada día. Y si además te llevaste fotos “de película”, ¡misión cumplida! 📸✨ Siempre serás bienvenido/a para seguir descubriendo más historias, rincones y momentos inolvidables. ¡Bendiciones y hasta pronto!
Raj and Samer were outstanding tour guides. Raj is one of the friendliest people and expertly guided us through the traffic of Mumbai. Samer is incredibly knowledgeable and took amazing panoramic photos of our group. He explained the history very well. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a great experience with Raj and Samer. Raj will be very happy to know his friendly nature and expert driving through Mumbai traffic made your tour comfortable, and Samer will truly appreciate your kind words about his knowledge, explanations, and photography skills. It means a lot to us that you highly recommend the tour. We hope to welcome you again on your next visit!
Raj and Samer were amazing guides. Raj is one of the friendliest people I have ever met. Samer was incredibly informative about the history in the caves. I highly recommend them as tour guides.
Thank you very much for your kind review! We’re so happy to hear that you had a great experience with Raj and Samer. Raj’s friendly nature and Samer’s deep knowledge of the cave history truly make tours special, and they’ll both be delighted to hear your feedback. Thank you for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again in the future!
My tour guide, Raj, was very friendly and constantly conversed with us. My guide on the island, Samer, was very informative and gave good explanations about what we were seeing.
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear that Raj’s friendly and engaging nature made your journey enjoyable, and that Samer’s informative explanations on the island enhanced your visit. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again on another tour soon!
