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Elephanta Island was a powerful capital of coastal kingdom and today stands as magnificent relic rich in sculptural delights.This day-tour led by an expert guide is not to missed when visiting Mumbai.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
For the Group tour, your guide will pick you up from outside the main gate of the "Taj Mahal Tower Hotel" in Mumbai. Look for someone holding a sign with your name on it.
For private tour pick-up & Drop would be provided for any location with in Mumbai including Hotels / Airports / Port etc.Please provide location details during or after booking.
Pick-up & Drop at Mumbai cruise terminal out gate, which is also known as green gate.
The Elephanta Caves are closed on Mondays and during the monsoon season.(July to August)
What To Expect
Elephanta Caves
The intricate rock carved temples of Elephanta Island are rich sculptural masterpieces much cherished by residents and tourists alike. Discover their wonders on a half-day tour from Mumbai led by an expert guide! First, board a ferry for a 1-hour ride to Elephanta Island. Upon arrival we will switch to a toy train for 2 minutes. This is a fun and quirky way to travel and takes us right up to the climbing point leading to the entrance of the caves. The Temple can be reached by 693 steps. If you are feeling indulgent, you can be carried up the stairs on a wooden chair. This option costs an additional US$ 15. The enigmatic image of Trimurthu Sadadiva cannot fail to impress as you pass through the cave entrance. Considered to be a masterpiece of Indian art, this colossal 20-foot image is simply awe-inspiring. You'll have 1 hour to explore the caves, also seeing the sculpted images of Kalyansundara, Gangadhara and Ardhanriswara, so remember to bring a camera! Afterwards you will board the ferry again heading back to Mumbai where the tour will end.
Options
Meet at Elephanta cave.
Ferry , Guide fees & entrance.: Guide at Elephanta , Ferry Charges ,Entrance fees are included in price. Duration: 2 hours: The duration of guided tour is two hours and rest is commuting time. Meet Guide at the ferry parking at Elephanta caves. Pickup included
Elephanta & Mumbai city Tour
Monument entree fees included Private tour Wit Pickup & Drop Duration: 8 hours Bottle of water Private air-condition car.: Pickup and drop from your door step Pickup included
By Speed Boat - Pickup-drop
Monument entree fees included Duration: 4 hours Bottle of water and Snacks: Hygienic Snacks and water bottles would be provided at boat By Speed boat with Pickup drop: Pickup and drop by A/c private car/ coach to Speed boat. No A/c Speed boat will be private with captain and one assistant. Pickup included
UBER Pick-up & Drop - Private
Ferry charges, Guide fees etc.: Ferry charges,Guide fees and Pickup and drop included. Duration: 5 hours AC cab with Pickup & Drop Entree fees not included: Monument entree fees to be paid directly app US$8 Pickup included
What‘s Included
Ferry charges
Pick-up & drop by private car from your door step (IF option is selected)
*Monument entree fees- For Private tour option ONLY.
Guide fees
Bottle of water
Porter charges
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very good experience
ValPenna,Jan 12, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the Elephanta Caves and city tour. It was perfectly organized. Indian Magic Tours staff came at our appartment and took us to south Mumbai. After a quick tour of Victoria’s station, we went to Gateway of India and took the boat. Once on Elephanta Islande, a guide took care of us. He was very clear and made us discover a lot of very interesting information about the caves and Hindou religion. After that and a little tour in a fishermen village, we went back. Then another guide came for the city tour. We went to Marine Drive, Malabar Hill and Kamala Nehru Park. We also visited a beautiful Hindou temple before Malabar Hill. This entire day experience was wonderful !
Fantastic site, don't miss it.
Peponio,Oct 10, 2019
- Review from Viator
5.00Incredible historical place just an hour by boat from Mumbai, a must see! In addition to seeing The gate of India andia.
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