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Elephanta Caves Tour | Elephanta Caves Mumbai

Discover the UNESCO wonder with our Elephanta Caves tours

The basalt rock-cut sculptures, an ancient form of stone art, at the Elephanta Caves in Mumbai are a UNESCO world heritage site and a major tourist spot in Mumbai. These stone-cut temples and shrines in Elephanta Island were carved out during the reigns of various dynasties, beginning with the Mauryas and continuing with the Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas, and Yadavas of the Mediaeval Indian dynasties.

The carving depicts different magnificent Shiva figures from the 5th and late 8th centuries and narrates Hindu mythologies that make the Elephanta Caves Tour special. 

Portuguese invaders renamed it Elephanta Island after a massive stone elephant sculpture that was separated from the island and now continues to stand outside the Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum. 

The Elephanta cave in Mumbai is accessible via an hour-long boat ride from the Gateway of India. These caves resemble a fort with massive walls surrounding them, and the only way in/out during an Elephanta Caves Tour is via narrow rock-cut steps. Elephanta Caves Tours is perfect between October and June when it’s not raining in Mumbai. 

During this time, the water levels are low enough to travel and safely reach the caves. We at MMT help you design the best trip to Elephanta caves and assign our best tour guides for you. You also have the option to choose a group or private Elephanta island tour. The Elephanta Caves timings are from 

Your Elephanta Caves Tour Itinerary

Visit Elephanta caves in Mumbai, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Western India near Mumbai.

Enjoy the ferry ride from Gateway of India during your Elephanta Caves tour and soak in the panoramic view of the Arabian Sea.

Discover the enigmatic stone-carved ancient Elephanta Island.

Explore three major caves on your Elephanta Island tour: Hindu Cave, Buddhist Cave, and Shiva Cave.

Get insights about the cave and Hindu mythology from our English-speaking Mumbai Tour guide.

See the beautiful carvings of Hindu deities inside our Elephanta caves tours.

What’s included in an Elephanta Island Tour?

An Elephanta Tour led by local guides

Elephanta caves ticket

Air-conditioned vehicle transfer to Gateway of India

Bottled mineral water

Local English-speaking Elephanta caves tour guides

Full support from your travel concierge throughout the Elephanta island tour.

Your Elephanta Caves Tour itinerary

The Elephanta Caves were built between the mid-fifth and eighth centuries AD. Our Elephanta Caves tours in Mumbai is a simple and short tour that includes a ferry ride across the Arabian Sea. This classic Elephanta cave tour is the ideal introduction to Mumbai and India, showing you the best of the fascinating city. Our Elephanta island tour is an authentic experience of a cultural gem made fun on a hassle-free and safe tour.

Elephanta Caves Group Tour

Tour Duration: 4-5Hours

Availability: Tuesday and Sunday

Pick Up: 8:00AM, 9:00AM, 10:00AM, 11:00AM

Your Elephanta Caves Group tour will begin when our guide picks you up from outside the main entrance of the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel to begin your tour to discover the beguiling history of Elephanta Caves Mumbai. We will take a ferry boat ride from the Gateway of India to the caves.

Just as magnificent as the world’s most famous archaeological sites, an Elephanta cave tour is done by many visitors from around the globe; it is an astonishing ancient cave and one of Mumbai’s top highlights.

When you get to Elephanta Island, you’ll notice two groups of caves. One large group of five Hindu caves is located on the island’s western hill, while a smaller group of two Buddhist caves is on the island’s eastern hill. These two groups of caves represent different architectural styles from the 5th to 8th centuries AD which is explored in your Elephant Island tour. The large group of five caves contains rock-cut stone sculptures dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva, depicted in famous carvings. The small group of caves has Buddhist monuments. The Elephanta caves in Mumbai are ancient wonders that sit by the island with memorable views of the city. Our Elephanta caves tours is selectively planned to provide the best experience and be one of the most enjoyable days of your life.

Elephanta Caves Private Tour

Tour Duration: 5-6 hours

Availability: Tuesday to Sunday

Pick Up: 8:00AM, 9:00AM, 10:00AM, 11:00AM

The Elephanta island tour is a great way to learn about the Hindu God Lord Shiva, who lives in the Elephanta Caves, which dates back to the 5th century BC. The Elephanta Caves in Mumbai are located on Elephanta Island, about 10 kilometers from Mumbai’s Gateway of India.

The Portuguese named the island Elephanta after an elephant statue near the island’s landing area. The Elephanta island tour is approximately an hour’s ferry ride from the Gateway of India. Your Elephanta caves Private tour would last approximately 6 hours. The Elephanta Caves tour in Mumbai requires a fair amount of walking and climbing steps, so we suggest you wear comfortable footwear. We would meet you in the lobby of your hotel and begin our tour in an air-conditioned vehicle driven by professional drivers.

Our experienced & fluent English-speaking local guides will always accompany you during the tour. The Elephanta caves tour is inclusive of the tickets and bottled mineral water for a seamless experience. Following the Elephanta cave tour, our tour guide and driver will safely drop you at your hotel or another location of your choice.

Know the Elephanta Caves Tour Times for a Fantastic Tour

Knowing the tour schedules is essential if you want to make the most of your Elephanta caves Mumbai trip to the Elephanta Caves. The Elephanta Cave tour is open for tours from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm. You must take a ferry from the Gateway of India jetty for your Elephanta Island tour. The first boat leaves at 9:00 a.m., and the trip to Elephanta Island takes about an hour. The last boat of Elephanta Island departs at 2:00 pm, and the service runs every half-hour.

You’ll need to walk for around 30 minutes to get to the cavern’s location from Elephanta Island. You must allow at least an hour to examine the intriguing rock cuts once you get to the caverns. You must carefully plan your route, keeping in mind that the final ship back to Mumbai leaves at 05:30 pm. The first ferry back to the Gateway of India leaves around midday, and return boats run every half-hour as well.

MMT meticulously prepares the schedule for each trip, taking into account the time, location, and activities involved, in order to run excursions efficiently. We also give educated tour guides on local culture and sites, ensuring guests enjoy an interesting and instructive trip.

MMT also expertly controls time by organizing activities so that consumers get the most out of their trip. We help you prioritize critical tasks and ensure enough time is allotted for each, while still providing room for unanticipated events.

In order to give yourself enough time to walk back to the jetty and take the boat, you should set off on your return trip at least 90 minutes before the final ship is scheduled to sail. To guarantee a smooth and pleasurable journey, if you intend to visit the Elephanta Caves tour, be sure to arrive early, organize your time well, and be aware of the boat times.

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Magical Mumbai Tours customizes your Elephanta Caves tour and takes you to the historic Elephanta Caves in Mumbai to ensure you have an unforgettable experience. We provide an escorted Mumbai city tour that has been curated after years of organizing for like-minded travelers across the world. Our Elephanta Island tour is curated by local tour guides who have complete knowledge about every aspect of the Elephanta caves. By booking an Elephanta cave tour with us you get the most out of your stay in Mumbai. So connect with our team today and start planning for your Elephanta Caves Tour with us!

One Day Mumbai Tour Package, Mumbai City Tours, and Mumbai City Sightseeing & Elephanta Caves Tour packages are just a few of the Mumbai tours that MMT provides. These trips offer a great chance to discover the city’s famous monuments, cultural centers, and historical places. If you want to visit the greatest of Mumbai’s city and island attractions, you must take the Mumbai City Sightseeing & Elephanta Caves Tour.

FAQ’s

How do I plan an Elephanta Island Tour?

You can Book a Mumbai sightseeing and Elephanta caves tour or just an Elephant cave tour with us. Our tour guide will get you on a ferry from the Gateway of India to reach Elephanta Island. Gharapuri or Elephanta Island will take about an hour to reach by boat. Then we’ll take a toy train from the harbor for a fun Elephanta island tour.

What’s the best time for an Elephanta Caves tour?

Elephanta caves in Mumbai are best experienced during the winter months of October to February. Avoid booking an Elephanta caves tour during the peak monsoon season (June to August), when the sea becomes unpredictable, and ferry schedules are disrupted.

Is an Elephanta Cave Tour Safe?

Traveling to Elephanta caves and taking a guided Elephanta island tour is very safe. Our tour guides take all the safety measures to ensure your safety during the Elephanta Caves tour for a fun experience.

How long is an Elephanta Caves Tour?

Our Elephanta caves tour in Mumbai takes about 5-6 hours from the ferry ride to the cave and exploring the ancient caves. The ferry ride takes about one hour to reach the Gateway of India and another two minutes to reach the harbor.

Why do people visit Elephanta Caves in Mumbai?

One of Mumbai’s oldest historical sites is the Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Elephanta caves are famous for their cave temples with sculptures of Hindu gods which makes the Elephanta caves tour fun. The Elephanta caves in Mumbai are located off the coast of Mumbai on the island of Gharapuri, which is nine nautical miles from the Gateway of India.

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