Elephanta Caves Private Tour: Explore an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Western India

Embark on a private tour of the Elephanta Caves, an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Western India. Explore ancient archaeological remains and marvel at the stunning rock-cut caves.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Elephanta Caves - Elephanta Caves are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a collection of cave temples predominantly dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. They are located on Elephanta Island, or Gharapuri (literally “the city of caves”) in Mumbai Harbour, 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) to the east of the city of Mumbai in the Indian state of Mahārāshtra. The…
What's Included
  • Hotel/Port pickup and drop-off (not available for small group tour)
  • Expert guide in English, Hindi, and Marathi
  • Mineral water bottles
  • Entry/Admission to Elephanta Caves and ferry tickets
  • Air-conditioned vehicle (not available for small group tour)
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and Drinks
Additional Information

Located in Western India, the Elephanta Caves are found on Elephanta Island, also known as Gharapuri Island, distinguished by two hills separated by a narrow valley. Scattered across the tiny island are numerous ancient archaeological artifacts, perpetuating its deep cultural history. These relics shed light on inhabitance dating back to the second…

Location
Regal Cinema
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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C5929xmmatthewb
Mar 29, 2025
Elephanta Cave tour - Had an amazing tour with Manoj. Got picked up from our hotel by driver Sattam. Then Manoj took us around the island. Did a very great job of explaining all the statutes and carvings and told great stories about the history of the caves and shiva.
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Tourist46127792992
Mar 29, 2025
Great your with a great local guide! - Excellent afternoon touring Elephanta Island with Nikhil. Nice caves and very interesting information provided by our guide.
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Alekse
Mar 29, 2025
Beautiful scuplptured - Sculptures carved by Hindi and ruined by Portuguese nearly 1000 years later. Fun symmetry of the pillars and frames with the gods
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Twins-mum02
Mar 29, 2025
Fabulous cultural experience - An excellent experience with Manoj, who explained fully the difference scenes in the caves and the background. History lesson built in with a good and clear support throughout. Very mindful of steps and photos taken were fabulous. Thank you for an enriching experience
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Karolina
Mar 27, 2025
Amazing Elephanta tour - It was amaizing tour, and our guide was very professional, get us a lot of interesting facts about history of island and caves.
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Rafal
Mar 27, 2025
Great tour guide - Great tour guide very nice and friendly with interesting information given in interesting way. Helpful with making great photos:)
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Sonia
Mar 26, 2025
Great visit - We visited the elephanta island with Manoj and Shruti it was a lovely visit and discover the history of the island. Manoj told us the History of the caves and the Myths of the statues, and made great photos of us in these beautiful caves!
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Voyager53476832828
Mar 25, 2025
Great moment in Elephant island - Nikhil took us a great tour in Elephant Island. He is very kind and friendly, and it was helpful for us to understand its history and situation there. I truly recommend joining his tour!!!
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Voyager53476832828
Mar 25, 2025
Musr-to-see mumbai sightseeing spot - Elephant cave was very interesting site for sightseeing of must- see. You need approximately 1 hour from gateway of india by ship and 10min criming. Nichil san's local guide is great with esay-to-understand english and explanatiom and its history and nice guy.
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Xbarcelona
Mar 28, 2025
Nice boat ride and fascinating caves - Pick up on time and easy. Nice boat trip Very good guide (Manoj) who lives on the island explaining the different sculptures, answering questions and helping with great shots.
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