Private Elephanta Caves UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour
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Is Private Elephanta Caves UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour worth booking?
Private Elephanta Caves UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour is a 5-hour experience in Mumbai, India, from $59 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 34 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (34)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $59 per person
Elephanta Caves, is an UNESCO World Heritage site. Elephanta Caves have five Hindu caves, two Buddhist caves. The Hindu caves contain rock cut stone sculptures, representing the Shaiva Hindu sect, dedicated to the Lord
What you get
About this experience
Elephanta Caves, is an UNESCO World Heritage site. Elephanta Caves have five Hindu caves, two Buddhist caves. The Hindu caves contain rock cut stone sculptures, representing the Shaiva Hindu sect, dedicated to the Lord Shiva. The caves are hewn from solid basalt rock. All the caves were also originally painted in the past, but now only traces remain. The main cave (or the Great Cave) was a Hindu place of worship until Portuguese rule began in 1534, after which the caves suffered severe damage. This cave was renovated in the 1970s after years of neglect, and was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987 to preserve the artwork.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle for Group Tour
What you'll see and do
Elephanta Caves
The Elephanta Caves contain rock cut stone sculptures that show syncretism of Hindu and Buddhist ideas and iconography. They were named Elefante – which morphed to Elephanta – by the colonial Portuguese when they found elephant statues on it. They established a base on the island, and its soldiers damaged the sculpture and caves. The island is 2.4 km (1.5 mi) in length with two hills that rise to a height of about 150 m (490 ft). A narrow deep ravine separates the two hills and runs from north to south. On the west, the hill rises gently from the sea and stretches east across the ravine and rises gradually to the extreme east to a height of 173 m (568 ft).
240 minutes here · Admission included
Gateway Of India
The Gateway of India is a monument built during the 20th century in Mumbai. The structure is a basalt arch, 26 m high. It was a crude jetty used by the fishing community which was later renovated and used as a landing place for British governors and other prominent people. In earlier times, it would have been the first structure that visitors arriving by boat in Mumbai would have seen. The structure was erected to commemorate the landing of King George V and Queen Mary at Apollo Bunder, when they visited India in 1911. Built in Indo-Saracenic style. The Gateway was later the ceremonial entrance to India for Viceroys and the new Governors of Bombay. It served to allow entry to India.
10 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Mumbai
Guide will be waiting outside the Green Gate with a placard displaying Young Tours And Travel.
Meeting point
Mumbai
This option is for the traveler choose Elephanata Group tour
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Guide will be waiting outside the Green Gate with a placard displaying Young Tours And Travel.
Ends at
This option is for the traveler choose Elephanata Group tour
Options you can book
Private Elephanta Caves Tour
Duration: 6 hours Mineral Water Bottle Air Conditioner Car Pickup included
Elephanta Caves With Slum Tour
Duration: 8 hours Mineral Water Bottle Air Conditioner Car Pickup included
Elephanta With Sightseeing
Duration: 8 hours Mineral Water Bottle Private Air Conditioner Car Pickup included
Group Tour For Cruise Tourists
Group Size: Group Size: Small group of 10 guests only – ensuring a more personal experience. Duration: 6 hours Water Bottle Car: A local taxi transfer is included from the International Cruise Terminal to the Gateway of India, which is only 10 min drive. Starting point: Green Gate, Indira Docks, WRMR+CW3, Indira Docks, Mumbai Port Trust, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India
Small Group Elephanta Caves
Experience Elephanta caves : Experience Elephanta caves with Local Guide who live at Elephanta island. Duration: 4 hours Mineral Water Bottle No Pickup includes : In this group tour option pickup and drop off not included. Meeting Point: Regal Cinema Colaba. We also request you to be there 10 minute before. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Young Tours And Travel
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 34 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
5 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
34 verified traveler reviews for Private Elephanta Caves UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Elephanta adventure
An excellent,well informed, friendly elephanta tour. A must for all visitors to mumbai. Thanks to rahul, our great guide.
Response from the operator: Dear Rajesh Bhai, Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Elephanta tour and found it informative, friendly, and a must-do experience for visitors to Mumbai. Special thanks for your appreciation of Rahul will be very happy to hear your kind words. We truly appreciate you choosing Young Tours and Travel. Please know that your booking also supports our NGO, Young Cares Foundation, which works for the education and welfare of children in Dharavi. Thank you for helping us make a positive impact. We hope to welcome you again for more memorable tours! Warm regards, Young Tours and Travel
via Tripadvisor
Nice visit to the Elephanta Island
Pleasant activity although the boat ride is a bit long. The walk up the steps is not too bad and the caves are nice and cool. Lots of intersections information from the local guide.
Response from the operator: Dear Kasia, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the activity and found the Kanheri Caves cool, peaceful, and informative with the help of our local guide. We understand the boat ride can feel a bit long, but we’re happy it still led to a pleasant outing overall. We truly appreciate you choosing Young Tours and Travel. A part of your tour amount also supports our NGO, Young Cares Foundation, which helps empower local women and children in Dharavi. Warm regards, Young Tours and Travel
via Viator
Great day tour from Mumbai
Great day tour - all was nicely arranged for us, starting with hotel pick-up and ferry transfer. The guide, Hardik, was super friendly and shared many interesting stories. Sameel at the caves made the tour more informative with a lot of additional information. Highly recommended
Response from the operator: Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you had a great day tour and that everything from hotel pick-up to the ferry transfer was smoothly arranged for you. We’re glad Hardik made your experience enjoyable with his friendly nature and stories, and that Sameel added so much depth and knowledge during the Kanheri Caves visit. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us. Thank you once again for choosing Young Tours and Travel. A part of your tour amount also supports our NGO, Young Cares Foundation, helping children and women in Dharavi. Warm regards, Young Tours and Travel
via Tripadvisor
Great experience
All very good; the guide (Sameer) pick me up from hotel and did all the tour explaining and taking good photos of the landscape and monuments.
Response from the operator: Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re happy to hear that you had a great experience with Sameer. He’s not only a knowledgeable guide but also always goes the extra mile to make sure guests feel comfortable and take home beautiful memories—literally, with great photos! By booking your tour with Young Tours and Travel, you’re also helping support our community initiatives through our NGO, Young Cares Foundation, working to uplift underprivileged communities in Dharavi. Best regards, Team Young Tours and Travel
via Tripadvisor
Elephanta
Great Tour!! Our guide Sameer was not only extremely knowledgeable but also a whizz with the camera making sure that we have many photos to look back on. I had been previously but this time I learnt so much more. Highly recommend
Response from the operator: Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for sharing your delightful experience with Young Tours and Travel. We’re thrilled to hear that Sameer not only enriched your tour with his extensive knowledge but also ensured you captured memorable moments with his photography skills. It’s wonderful that, despite having visited before, this tour offered you new insights. Your high recommendation means a lot to us. We’d also like to inform you that a portion of your tour fee supports our NGO, Young Cares Foundation, dedicated to empowering underprivileged communities. Your patronage not only enriches your travel experiences but also contributes to meaningful social initiatives. Thank you for choosing us and for making a positive impact through your journey. Warm regards, Young Tours and Travel
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $59 to $199
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 12
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 75
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Elephanta Caves UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Mumbai.
How much does Private Elephanta Caves UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour cost?
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Prices start at $59 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Mumbai usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Elephanta Caves UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Mumbai is not rushed.
Is Private Elephanta Caves UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 34 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Mumbai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Elephanta Caves UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Elephanta Caves UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Elephanta Caves UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour?
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Around 12 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Mumbai can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Mumbai and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Elephanta Caves UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Mumbai within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Mumbai?
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On Outty we rank every Mumbai experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Elephanta Caves & Island Guided Private Tour, Dharavi Slum Tour, Mumbai: Dharavi Slum & Dhobi Ghat Laundry Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Mumbai?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Mumbai?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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