Elephanta Caves & Island: Your Tour, Your Way
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
The Elephanta Caves are ancient rock-cut temples located on Elephanta Island, near Mumbai, India. These caves, dating back to the 5th and 6th centuries AD, are a stunning example of Indian rock-cut architecture. The most famous cave, Cave 1, is a large hall with intricate carvings depicting Hindu deities, primarily Shiva. This cave is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized for its historical and cultural significance.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Duration:6 hours
Operating Schedule:Departure time for the first stop, and last stop, frequency of transport. og 9:00am-8:45pm - every 20 mins (last departure at 7:30pm)
Taj Mahal Palace : This is a very common and recognizable meeting point for many tours in Mumbai.If you wish to start at a different time or Place, please Contact Us
This tour takes you to the Elephanta Caves, which are ancient temples carved into rocks on an island close to Mumbai. Some of these caves are incredibly old, dating back over 2,000 years! This special place is famous for its Buddhist and Hindu temples and is recognized by UNESCO (which means it's a very important site). People sometimes call it the "City of Caves." On this tour, your private guide will show you the main temples, especially those dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. You'll also get to see some smaller, less-visited shrines. Since it's a private tour, you'll get lots of personal attention and can ask all your questions!
The Guide Will Meet Drop back to Taj mahal Palace .
What‘s Included
Private transportation
HOTEL PICKUP/DROP-IF Selected
Entry/Admission- Elephanta Caves Ticket , Ferry Ticket
Government Licensed Guide
Complimentary Unlimited Bottled Water.
AIR-CONDITIONED CAR
Gratuities
Anything Not mentioned In the Inclusion
Options
Elephanta Caves Private Tour
Elephanta Caves Private Tour: Experience the Elephanta Caves on your terms with a Private Tour.
Duration: 6 hours: The timing of the tour will more or less depend on the weather.
Maruti Suzuki XL6 : Private Air-Conditioning Car
Personalized Guided Experience: With an Official Government-Licensed Guide
Reviews
12 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful day out from Mumbai
Roam62375266010,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very knowledgeable guide to explain fascinating history of the caves Great to see the pride and passion of our guide We took the speedboat which saved time and was an efficient way to get across to caves
Toppers
Albertd991,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00They're hotshots. Ali and his father. Doing so much fun. Explain everything well. And arrange everything for you. Price is good. He has a good heart. Greetings Albert the farmer
Recommended
E2196EAsheilad,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was amazing! We have been picked up from our hotel and Ali has guided us very well, a good guide, highly recommended!
Amazing carvings with interesting back stories
Smae101,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip to Elephanta Island is definitely worth it. We took the main ferry which is an experience in itself. Ensure you go early as it gets extremely busy as the day goes on. Our guide was fantastic and made sure we were safe and looked after purchasing tickets and discussing items with the stall owners for us.
Best tour to get real insights of Mumbai
459antjem,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Shaik Ashab was the best tour guide I have ever had- he was so friendly, open to our wishes, very well organised and a real Insider of indian/ Mumbai culture and way of living. I really recommand this tour.
Fabulous private tour which made us feel safe and well guided. We learned so much- 5 stars
Excursion63640553583,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the most fantastic Elephanta cave private tour. After speaking with Ali via what’s app ( very easy) we decided to book a speedboat which only took 20 mins instead of an hour each way. He organised a specialist guide who grew up on the island and explained each statue in detail. We even did an ‘Ohmmmm’ exercise in one of the temple chambers. Later we went back to walk a bit the streets and had late lunch in Cafe Ferdinand where we enjoyed real local cuisine (not included in the price of the tour - very well priced 6000 rupees for 3 ppl including drinks). He then showed us the most expensive hotel in Mumbai (The Taj Mahal 5 Star hotel) and we felt we earned a cocktail in there. He organised us a nice table next to the window where we enjoyed a signature cocktail and watched the sun go down and the lights on the ‘Gateway of India’ coming up. What a special day and all the knowledge he shared with us! So the cocktails were of course on us (around 1500/2000 rupees for signature drinks - we enjoyed the Crooner and he a Coco-Mocktail which looked AMAZING). All in all he was brilliant, very knowledgeable, speaks perfect English and nothing is too much to ask. Even some detours we added. Tomorrow he has planned a special treat for us as he will show us a neighbourhood in the ‘slum’ which isn’t a slum to show us where his drive for his business comes from! He always made sure we were left alone by local businesses and found good deals for us and negotiated on our behalf - as two women travelling alone - that made us feel really safe. We found our best guide here! Highly recommended
Place of peace
sherrysD5014YV,Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an absolutely fantastic tour of the Elephanta Caves thanks to our guide mr pankaj . Being a local, he had deep knowledge of the caves, their history, and the cultural meaning behind every carving. He was humble, approachable, and so thorough with his explanations — it felt like more than just a tour, it was a learning experience. I enjoyed every moment and would highly recommend mr pankaj to anyone visiting Elephanta!
Amazing
W3825POthes,Jul 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An incredible experience with our guide who is a local. We found ourselves to be the only tourists on the island. It was an extraordinary experience.
Elephanta tour
Climber56700836420,Mar 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing guide, explained all the statues and meaning behind them. It was amazing going early in the morning with the speed boat, as we were the first tourists to get there and explored the cave with no one else there
Visit the Elephant Cave
Ivan Medum S,Feb 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting trip to Elephant Cave with really good local guide, Who had great knowledge about the place. nice boat trip back and forth
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