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.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $171.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 2:00 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.
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.
Meeting point or pickup from your accommodation with extra charge
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Mumbai Elephanta Caves Private Half-Day Tour including Guide lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
Prices start at $109 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 $171. There are 2 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 10 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Meeting point or pickup from your accommodation with extra charge Pickup points include OYO 6428 K F Residency.
The experience is available in DE, EN, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Your own group can be up to 15 people on one booking; no other travellers join.
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Mumbai Elephanta Caves Private Half-Day Tour including Guide | 4 hours | 4.7 (158) | $109 | |
 Private Elephanta Caves & Mumbai Sightseeing Tour with AC Car | 8–9 hours | 4.9 (399) | $29 | View |
 Mumbai City Sightseeing with Elephanta Caves Full Day Tour | 8–10 hours | 5.0 (163) | $87 | View |
 All-Inclusive Private Mumbai Highlights & Elephanta Caves Tour | 9–10 hours | 4.9 (114) | $239 | View |
 Elephanta Caves Exploration: Guided Tour with Ferry Experience | 5–6 hours | 5.0 (264) | $30 | View |
 Elephanta Caves & Island Guided Private Tour | 5–6 hours | 5.0 (1,601) | $34 | View |
 Mumbai Heritage Walk and Elephanta Caves Experience | 6 hours | 5.0 (133) | $29 | View |
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 158 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Mystical Mumbai.
