Elephanta Island caves Tour
1 DayUNESCO World Heritage Site with Guide
Experience the magnificent Elephanta Caves tour from Mumbai to explore one of India’s most impressive UNESCO World Heritage sites. This Elephanta Island day trip takes you on a journey through 5th-century rock-cut architecture, featuring spectacular Elephanta Caves sculptures and ancient Hindu temple art.
Our Elephanta Caves guided tour includes a scenic ferry ride from Gateway of India, making it the perfect Mumbai day trip for history lovers, photography enthusiasts, and cultural explorers. Discover why the Elephanta Caves UNESCO site is considered one of Maharashtra’s most important historical treasures.
What You’ll Experience on Elephanata Caves Tour
- Boat Ride from Gateway of India: Relax and enjoy stunning views of Mumbai’s historic coastline as you sail to Elephanta Island.
- Trimurti Sadashiva: Marvel at the iconic 5.45‑meter‑tall, three‑faced sculpture of Lord Shiva, representing creation, protection, and destruction.
- Hindu Legends in Stone: Admire intricate carvings of famous stories, including Nataraja (Lord of Dance) and Yogishvara (Lord of Yogis).
- Hindu‑Buddhist Fusion: Discover how Elephanta Caves blend Hindu deities and mythology with Buddhist symbols and design elements.
- Mandala‑Inspired Layout: Explore the temple complex arranged in a sacred mandala pattern, reflecting ancient beliefs about divinity and space.
Group Elephanta caves Tour
Join fellow travellers in small Group to Explore the slum together.
- Duration: 5 hours
- Guide: English
- Time: 8.30am, closed on Monday
Private Elephanta caves Tour
This upgrade provide you with a dedicated tour guide for a more personalized experience..
- Duration: 5 hours
- Guide: English
- Time: 8.00am to 12.00pm (Start at your convenience )
- Monday Closed
Private Tour with Pickup & Drop
Dedicated Tour Guide for a more Personalized Experience and Comfortable air-conditioned car for Pick and Drop
- Duration: 3.5 to 4 hours with pickup and drop
- Guide: English
- Time: 8.00am to 12.00pm (Start at your convenience )
- Monday Closed
Meeting & Pickup Details
- Group Tour & Private Tour (without transfers):
We meet directly at our easy-to-find meeting point: Out side of Regal Cinema Colaba causeway Map: [ https://maps.app.goo.gl/7QswPob3xyBZkZRR6 ] - Our tour concludes Back at same Place here, our team will happily help you get transport back to your hotel or next destination.
- Private Tour with Pickup:
For your convenience, we can pick you up directly from your hotel, Airbnb, cruise terminal, or any location in Mumbai in a comfortable AC car. After the tour, we’ll drop you back at the same location
What’s Included
What’s Included
- Expert English‑speaking local guide
- Boat ride tickets from Gateway of India to Elephanta Island and back
- Guided tour of Elephanta Caves and main sculptures (Trimurti, Nataraja, Yogishvara, etc.)
- Bottled drinking water
- All entrance & local taxes
- Insider stories on history, legends & art
UNESCO World Heritage Site with Guide
Experience the magnificent Elephanta Caves tour from Mumbai to explore one of India’s most impressive UNESCO World Heritage sites. This Elephanta Island day trip takes you on a journey through 5th-century rock-cut architecture, featuring spectacular Elephanta Caves sculptures and ancient Hindu temple art.
Our Elephanta Caves guided tour includes a scenic ferry ride from Gateway of India, making it the perfect Mumbai day trip for history lovers, photography enthusiasts, and cultural explorers. Discover why the Elephanta Caves UNESCO site is considered one of Maharashtra’s most important historical treasures.
What You’ll Experience on Elephanata Caves Tour
- Boat Ride from Gateway of India: Relax and enjoy stunning views of Mumbai’s historic coastline as you sail to Elephanta Island.
- Trimurti Sadashiva: Marvel at the iconic 5.45‑meter‑tall, three‑faced sculpture of Lord Shiva, representing creation, protection, and destruction.
- Hindu Legends in Stone: Admire intricate carvings of famous stories, including Nataraja (Lord of Dance) and Yogishvara (Lord of Yogis).
- Hindu‑Buddhist Fusion: Discover how Elephanta Caves blend Hindu deities and mythology with Buddhist symbols and design elements.
- Mandala‑Inspired Layout: Explore the temple complex arranged in a sacred mandala pattern, reflecting ancient beliefs about divinity and space.
Group Elephanta caves Tour
Join fellow travellers in small Group to Explore the slum together.
- Duration: 5 hours
- Guide: English
- Time: 8.30am, closed on Monday
Private Elephanta caves Tour
This upgrade provide you with a dedicated tour guide for a more personalized experience..
- Duration: 5 hours
- Guide: English
- Time: 8.00am to 12.00pm (Start at your convenience )
- Monday Closed
Private Tour with Pickup & Drop
Dedicated Tour Guide for a more Personalized Experience and Comfortable air-conditioned car for Pick and Drop
- Duration: 3.5 to 4 hours with pickup and drop
- Guide: English
- Time: 8.00am to 12.00pm (Start at your convenience )
- Monday Closed
Meeting & Pickup Details
- Group Tour & Private Tour (without transfers):
We meet directly at our easy-to-find meeting point: Out side of Regal Cinema Colaba causeway Map: [ https://maps.app.goo.gl/7QswPob3xyBZkZRR6 ] - Our tour concludes Back at same Place here, our team will happily help you get transport back to your hotel or next destination.
- Private Tour with Pickup:
For your convenience, we can pick you up directly from your hotel, Airbnb, cruise terminal, or any location in Mumbai in a comfortable AC car. After the tour, we’ll drop you back at the same location

