Get Ready to experience one of the amazing tours to Elephanta caves from Mumbai via a ferry ride.
• Visit the Elephanta Caves; a UNESCO World Heritage site, accessible from the
Gateway of India
• Learn about the 7 cave excavations at Elephanta, all carved from solid basalt
rock
• Discover the temples which honor the Hindu God Shiva and contain many
intricate sculptures
• A fun journey to the caves, learning about each of their features and the story
behind each one
• An English speaking guide will be available to help you with your tour
Schedule & prices
Runs
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
Start times
7 times a day, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Next available
Fri, Oct 16
Adult (ages 4+)
$80
Infant (ages 0–3)
$20
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $120.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 15.
Tour Options
Trip to Elephanta caves from Mumbai
Pickup included
Itinerary
Elephanta Caves
Admission not included120 min
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Elephanta Caves is a specimen of rock-cut art and architecture from the times of medieval India. Natively known as Gharapurichi Leni, the Elephanta Caves that exist today are ruins of what were once elaborately painted artworks. It also provides an amazing view of the Mumbai skyline. You can reach the Elephanta Caves via a ferry ride from Gateway of India. There are two groups of alcoves in the site of the Elephanta Caves, the first is a large group of five Hindu caves and the second one is a smaller group of two Buddhist caves. The Hindu caves contain the stone sculptures representing the Shaiva Hindu sect.
What's included
Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Entrance ticket
Air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel surcharge
Not included
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
Please be present 15 minutes prior to the pickup time.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.3
6 reviews
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How it compares in Mumbai
Starting price $80 is 100% above the typical $40 for tours of similar length in Mumbai
Excurgo comparison of 958 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Trip to Elephanta caves from Mumbai take?
Trip to Elephanta caves from Mumbai lasts about 3–4 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Trip to Elephanta caves from Mumbai cost?
Prices start at $80 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 $120. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Trip to Elephanta caves from Mumbai run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with 7 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM.
Can I cancel Trip to Elephanta caves from Mumbai for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Please be present 15 minutes prior to the pickup time.
What languages is Trip to Elephanta caves from Mumbai offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 6 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Trip to Elephanta caves from Mumbai worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 6 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Triptivo techonologies private limited.
Reviews(6)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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564e_palmer
October 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Unhappy customers
I was certain I had booked a scam, due to the terrible communication the night before the tour, no details were sent at all.
I had to chase them for hours then after contacting Trip Advisor, I finally got the time of our hotel pick up.
The tour itself was ok I guess, very overpriced. Lots of waiting around due to poor planning. They took us to a shop we didn't want to go to, only to just miss the ferry and have to wait for half an hour in the 35 degree heat, no shade.
Do yourself a favour and find another tour operator.
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em60mma
February 14, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
An amazing trip to the stunning Elephanta caves
We had a great trip with our helpful guide Kadir to the Elephanta caves taking the ferry from Mumbai and then walking up to the wonderful cave area. Kadir looked after us wonderfully throughout the day and was extremely knowledgeable and informative. Thank you for bringing a great guide Kadir!
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Alexander_C
December 1, 2023 · via Viator
We enjoyed our experience...
We enjoyed our experience at the Elephanta Caves tour as well as our guides. I highly recommend if you are in Mumbai!
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Susan_B
December 14, 2022 · via Viator
Don’t use this driver
I really wanted to love the Elephanta cave tour. Our hotel pickup was scheduled for 12:00 (latest time offered). That morning time was changed by driver Naresh to 12:30; then 12:45; by the time he arrived it was almost 1:00. Traffic was heavy & parking difficult. Driver provided no information on the drive & answered questions with one word answers. Rushed to make last ferry to island, with driver always 10 paces ahead of us & not looking back. Luckily 2:00 ferry left at 2:20 so we just made it. Ferry trip took 90 minutes; it was 4:00 by the time we disembarked. More rushing to meet local guide, Manoj, who was wonderful. He had to give us a fast-paced tour as the island closed at 5:00. He took great photos for us, provided lots of info about island life & the cave carvings. Manoj even gave a few photography tips! He deserves a 5star review & is the only reason I gave this tour 3 stars. More rushing to make last ferry off island & same experience chasing after our driver on the way back to the car. Tour was not worth what we paid, especially since we purchased 3 tickets & one person could not make the tour. I was asked for feedback after the tour & after sharing our disappointing experience, response was “sorry ma’am”.
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Tommi_S
November 9, 2022 · via Viator
Nice day away from Mumbai's rush
The caves contain a wealth of Shiva related sculptures, that really opened up with in-depth stories by our guide Manush. We took the ferry to the island, assisted by our driver Narendra. After a misunderstanding about roles had been sorted out, we got our money's worth of views on impressive, ancient works of art plus some monkeys. Special thanks to Manush who turned out to be a photography buff - nice pics of us.
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nishanya
March 3, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
TaxiBazaar-Elephanta Ride
Booked a guided tour to Elephanta caves.it was a great experience with Arshad Sir.Very polite and knowledgable.
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