Elephanta Caves Tour: Ancient Hindu Sculptures

Discover ancient rock-cut temples and intricate sculptures at the UNESCO World Heritage Elephanta Caves near Mumbai. Explore history, architecture, and religious art.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Elephanta Caves - Experience a distinguished tour of Elephanta Island, home to the UNESCO World Heritage Elephanta Caves. This comprehensive excursion offers an in-depth exploration of ancient rock-cut temples and their elaborate sculptures, which date from the 5th to 9th centuries. The tour includes a detailed examination of the principal cave…
What's Included
  • Admission fees to Elephant Island
  • Bottled water
  • All Fees and Taxes
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

The Elephanta Caves are a series of ancient rock-cut temples situated on Elephanta Island, close to Mumbai, India. Originating from between the 5th and 8th centuries, these caves are famous for their detailed sculptures mainly dedicated to Hindu gods, including the remarkable Trimurti, a 20-foot statue of the three-headed Shiva. The caves boast…

Location
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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Marg
It’s near the Gate Way of India, traveler’s can travel by local trains, cabs. From the Gate Way of India it is 2 minutes walking distance
Cancellation Policy

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

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Venture32369662229
Nov 15, 2025
Book it with confidence - The whole tour was brilliant! I was picked up from the hotel and looked after the whole journey. Both Rohit and Nikhil were amazing Guides. I learned a lot about the local culture and traditions. Absolutely amazing trip!
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Lekkere80
Nov 12, 2025
Don’t miss this place, it’s amazing 🤩 - Excellent tour, this place will blow your head and my tour guide, Chetan, provide a lot of explanations about this place and its meaning. Highly recommended ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Sumit
Nov 11, 2025
Great experience at Elephanta caves - The tour overall was an amazing experience, made amazing by both the caves and Nikhil. Nikhil was a fantastic tour guide, who had impressive knowledge of the history and overall significance of the caves. I would highly recommend everyone visit.
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518asnatm
Nov 10, 2025
Our experience with Nick was absolutely outstanding!!! - Nick was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and honest throughout our experience. His photography skills are exceptional, making our visit truly vibrant and memorable. My friend and I are both very pleased to recommend him without hesitation.
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462carolinl
Nov 6, 2025
Great tour with Nikhil! - We had an amazing tour with Nikhil at the Elephanta Caves! He explained many interesting things about Hinduism that are depicted in the temple which we wouldn't have understood otherwise. Highly recommend!
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Clairern3931hc
Nov 5, 2025
Elephanta Caves - Nikhil has been a superb guide for my day at the caves . He is very knowledgeable and professional and made my trip very enjoyable. He is also a great photographer
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Traviscu1491wo
Nov 4, 2025
Elephant - Very thorough tour. Nikhil did a great job explaining what all the statues meant. Very patient and good English. Very glad he helped
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L398wnkevinb
Nov 2, 2025
Great Guide Nikhil Providing Helpful Information - Nikhil is a great tour guide and he very clearly guided me through the details about the statues, especially providing the context of Shiva and all the Hindu gods represented. It was a great experience and I’d recommend asking for him when you come to Elephanta Island.
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Laurel
Nov 2, 2025
A great tour with Nikhil - We had a great tour with Nikki's. He was personable and knowledgeable. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour. I would love to come back!
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Carletond2022
Nov 2, 2025
Nice visit - Nikhil was very knowledgeable and friendly. We learned a great deal about the significance of the statues and the history of the cave
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From $28
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).