Experience a luxurious and hassle-free journey to Elephanta Island with our premium speedboat service, cutting travel time to just 20 minutes instead of 3 hours. Your adventure begins with a hotel pickup to the Gateway of India, followed by a scenic high-speed boat ride across the Arabian Sea. Upon arrival, our expert guide will greet you. Discover ancient rock-cut sculptures and immerse yourself in the site's rich history. After your tour, enjoy a relaxing speedboat ride back to Mumbai, where our driver will drop you at your hotel, ensuring a seamless and comfortable experience.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $300.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 3:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:00 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 14.
Elephanta Caves, a stunning collection of rock-cut temples dating back 1,500 years. Your adventure begins with a convenient pickup by your driver, followed by a scenic boat ride across Mumbai’s harbor. Upon arrival, explore the intricate cave carvings and rich history with an expert guide. After an insightful visit, return to shore with unforgettable memories of this UNESCO-listed wonder.
The Gateway of India is an iconic monument in Mumbai, built in 1924 to commemorate King George V and Queen Mary's visit to India in 1911.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Elephanta Caves Tour by Private Speed Boat lasts about 3–4 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
Prices start at $156 per person for this Mumbai experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $300. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with 12 departures a day between 8:30 AM and 3:30 PM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include FabHotel Adore Palace.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Your own group can be up to 12 people on one booking; no other travellers join.
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Elephanta Caves Tour by Private Speed Boat | 3–4 hours | 5.0 (121) | $156 | |
 Elephanta caves by Premium Speedboat | 3–4 hours | 5.0 (190) | $109 | View |
 Elephanta Caves & Island Guided Private Tour | 5–6 hours | 5.0 (1,601) | $34 | View |
 Private Elephanta Caves & Mumbai Sightseeing Tour with AC Car | 8–9 hours | 4.9 (399) | $29 | View |
 Elephanta Caves & Island Tour with Multiple Options | 5–6 hours | 4.8 (193) | $27 | View |
 All inclusive Elephanta Caves Guided Tour | 4–5 hours | 5.0 (459) | $50 | View |
 Elephanta Caves Exploration: Guided Tour with Ferry Experience | 5–6 hours | 5.0 (264) | $30 | View |
Specialized infant seats are available
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 121 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Linda Tours Mumbai.
