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The 10 Best Elephanta and Kanheri Caves Tours

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Elephanta is an hour by ferry from the Gateway, and the Trimurti carved into its main cave is the reason to go. Kanheri sits inside a national park on the mainland and takes a car. Below are the 10 best cave tours, whether the ferry ticket and the small island train are included, how long the round trip really takes, and what the climb from the jetty involves.

Elephanta Caves & Island Guided Private Tour

Elephanta Caves & Island Guided Private Tour - From Colaba to the harbor: pickup that reduces stress

1.Elephanta Caves & Island Guided Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,327 reviews · from $42Our pick

Private Elephanta Caves tour with an English-speaking guide, hotel pickup, ferry tickets and entry included. UNESCO caves, photos, and stories.

“We loved our tour with Rajat to the Elephanta Caves. He had so much information to share with us and was able to answer all of our questions. He explained different elements of the Hindu faith, explained each statue in the cave and showed us the impressive engineering behind the building. We could tell he was very passionate about the caves and his faith. We felt safe and well looked after. He also took amazing photos of the group!”

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Mumbai: Elephanta Caves Half-Day Guided Tour with Expert

Mumbai: Elephanta Caves Half-Day Guided Tour with Expert - Getting there the right way: ferry ride plus the included toy train

2.Elephanta Caves Half-Day Guided Tour with Expert

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,032 reviews · 1.5 - 6 hours · from $30

Half-day from Mumbai to the UNESCO Elephanta Caves by ferry, guided through Hindu and Buddhist temples, with skip-the-line entry and photo help.

“The experience itself was good and the guide very enthusiastic but the transportation back to the hotel was a no show, so we had to walk back !!”

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Private Elephanta Caves & Mumbai Sightseeing Tour with AC Car

Private Elephanta Caves & Mumbai Sightseeing Tour with AC Car - Elephanta Caves: tickets, boat ride, and what to expect on the island

3.Private Elephanta Caves & Mumbai Sightseeing Tour with AC Car

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 389 reviews · from $29

AC car Elephanta Caves and Mumbai sightseeing with an English guide, bottled water, and ferry help. Private or small-group options.

“This should have been a fantastic trip, but the service was non existent. I booked a private tour with air conditioned vehicle. I was met with an old taxi with windows rolled down. The guide took me to the ferry dock and told me someone else would take me over to the island. That would have been ok, but…That person arrived with his group. What happened to private tour? When we got to the island, he handed me over to another guide who took me up the mountain and explained about the cave. That guide was really good BUT at the end of the cave visit, he handed me off…”

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All inclusive Elephanta Caves Guided Tour

All inclusive Elephanta Caves Guided Tour - Meeting point and how the day flows without stress

4.All inclusive Elephanta Caves Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 386 reviews · from $50

Guided trip to UNESCO Elephanta Caves from Mumbai with round-trip ferry, skip-stress logistics, and stories of Shiva’s carvings for $50.

“I joined this tour as solo. Although nine persons joined the tour totally. When we got on a ship and cross the Elepanta Island from the Gate of India Mumbai, we were excited because the scenery was good. On the ship on the way to the island during 1.5 hour, some persons bought snacks and fed to seagull. After we arrived at the island, we separated into two team with a tour guide. We went to walk on the railway track. It was not so long. After we went up stairs took about twenty minutes, we found a plate named 'World Heritage' with many people. The tour guide told overview…”

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From Mumbai: Half-Day Elephanta Caves Tour with Ferry Ride

From Mumbai: Half-Day Elephanta Caves Tour with Ferry Ride - Other Caves, Courtyards, and Pillars: Where the Details Matter

5.Half-Day Elephanta Caves Tour with Ferry Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 284 reviews · 4 hours · from $26Best value

Half-day Elephanta Caves tour from Mumbai with a Gateway of India ferry ride, guided cave walkthroughs, Trimurti sculpture, and island views.

“Hamid saved us SO much time by knowing how to get past all the long lines. It would have taken us so much longer to get to the caves and back , we really couldnt have made it on our own. Nice chatting with him and the guide at the caves during the tour. Definitely well worth the money!”

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Mumbai: City Tour, Elephanta Caves, Dharavi Slum W/Options

Mumbai: City Tour, Elephanta Caves, Dharavi Slum W/Options - South Mumbai opener: Gateway of India, Taj views, and instant city atmosphere

6.City Tour, Elephanta Caves, Dharavi Slum W/Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 198 reviews · 4 - 10 hours · from $32

Private Mumbai day with UNESCO Elephanta Caves by ferry plus Dharavi. AC car, expert guides, and major landmarks for one value price.

“Excellent tour especially as I had limited time in Mumbai. The driver skilfully avoided other vehicles!! Two guides - one for Mumbai and one for the Caves - both good / excellent. Apologies - I have forgotten the guides' names - the caves one began with K(ra) / K(ar)? A guide for the elephant caves is essential in my opinion otherwise you would only understand a small fraction by just walking around on your own”

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Elephanta Caves Exploration: Guided Tour with Ferry Experience

Elephanta Caves Exploration: Guided Tour with Ferry Experience - Starting in Colaba: easy meeting point, pickup option, and a clear return plan

7.Elephanta Caves Exploration: Guided Tour with Ferry Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 184 reviews · from $27

A guided trip to the Elephanta Caves UNESCO site plus a ferry over Mumbai’s harbor for skyline views, clear stories, and easy planning.

“What a spectacular place. We thoroughly enjoyed visiting this ancient gem of a place . Our guide Nikhil was a local person who grew up on island, his 4 generations have been living on this island He was very knowledgeable and gave us Read more”

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Elephanta Caves & Island Tour with Multiple Options

Elephanta Caves & Island Tour with Multiple Options - From Mumbai pickup to the ferry: how the Gateway of India leg works

8.Elephanta Caves & Island Tour with Multiple Options

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 171 reviews · from $27

Guided Elephanta Island caves tour from Mumbai with hotel pickup options, an English-speaking guide, flexible start times, and ferry access.

“A wonderful experience with my tour guide and the boat ride over and back was a wonderful and relaxing trip on a local boat. I didn't know that there were 122 steps up for the visit, but able to accomplish that with ease (and a few stops on the way). What wonderful cave carvings in stone and a wonderful explanation of the reasons and history of the caves. Great half-day trip that I would highly recommend.”

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Mumbai Elephanta Caves Private Half-Day Tour including Guide

Mumbai Elephanta Caves Private Half-Day Tour including Guide - First steps onto Elephanta Island, what you’ll notice right away

9.Mumbai Elephanta Caves Private Half-Day Tour including Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 150 reviews · from $105

Private half-day Elephanta Caves tour from Mumbai with ferry, entry, and a guide for the UNESCO Shiva Cave carvings and stories.

“The caves are definitely worth a visit. The caves are beautiful and the guide was knowledgeable. Speaking of guides, I was expecting one guide to accompany my group, but instead you get passed between guides (one to get you on the ferry and the other on the island). Having a guide on the ferry (70 minute ride each way) to point out landmarks and tell you about the history of Mumbai would have made this a 5 star experience.”

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Private Full-Day Mumbai City Tour with Elephanta Caves Excursion

Private Full-Day Mumbai City Tour with Elephanta Caves Excursion - Elephanta Caves: 5th-Century Shiva Carvings Without the Planning Headache

10.Private Full-Day Mumbai City Tour with Elephanta Caves Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 113 reviews · from $192

Private Mumbai city tour plus Elephanta Caves by ferry and A/C car, with a top local guide, major landmarks, and door-to-door pickup.

“Our guide Subha was exceptional. Not only did she have an excellent understanding to the sights of Mumbia and history of the many sights we visited, but she seemed to have a connection with many of the people responsible to the attractioRead more”

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