Elephanta Caves & Island Guided Private Tour | La Vacanza Travel

Elephanta Caves & Island Guided Private Tour

Duration: 5 to 6 hours
Destination: India, Maharashtra, Mumbai
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  • 5 to 6 hours
  • Mumbai
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

The Elephanta Caves are situated in Western India on Elephanta Island (also called the Island of Gharapuri), which highlights two hillocks isolated by a tight valley. The little island is dabbed with various old archeological remaining parts that are the sole declarations to its rich social past. These archeological remaining parts uncover proof of occupation from as soon as the second century BC. The stone cut Elephanta Caves were built about the mid-fifth to sixth hundreds of years AD. The most significant among the caverns is the incomparable Cave 1, which estimates 39 meters from the front access to the back. In plan, this cavern in the western slope intently looks like Dumar Lena cave at Ellora, in India. The principal body of the cavern, barring the porches on the three open sides and the back passageway, is 27 meters square and is upheld by lines of six sections each. Elephanta Caves are an UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What Can You Expect?

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Elephanta Caves, Mumbai India

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 island, located offshore about 2 kilometers (1.2 mi) west of the Jawaharlal Nehru Port, consists of five Hindu caves and a few Buddhist stupa mounds that date back to the 2nd century BCE, as well as a small group of two Buddhist caves with water tanks.

Duration: 5 hours

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • Expert Guide (English,Hindi,Marathi Language )
  • Hotel / Port pickup and drop-off(not offers to option without Transport)
  • Air-Conditioned Vehicle(not offers to option without Transport)
  • Entry/Admission - Elephanta Caves,Ferry Tickets
  • Mineral Water Bottles
  • Entry/Admission - Elephanta Caves

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Food and Drinks

Additional Info

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Departure Point

Departure Point

Regal Cinema, Apollo Bandar, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India
Traveler pickup is offered

Ports

  • Mumbai Port Authority, 20, Shoorji Vallabhdas Rd, Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Duration & Voucher Info

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

5 to 6 hours

Cancellation Policy

User's Reviews

Tarek B

27 Apr, 2024

We appreciated the tour with Abhi and Sam. Our hotel was in the north of Mumbai, outside of the pickup area, so we came in Uber to the Regal cinema. Abhi went with us to the island, he is reliable, speaks English and knows all the tricks. Then our guide in ghe island was Sam, he is local from the island very kind and knows everything about the island!

Explore61227329789

27 Apr, 2024

Abhi and Sam provided a seamless Elephanta Caves tour experience. Abhi ensured smooth ferry transport, while Sam's insightful guidance made the visit unforgettable. Highly recommended!

wayned09

27 Apr, 2024

Great guide and passionate about the local history. Manor was Very helpful and friendly informative and spoke very good English. Would definitely recommend him to other tourist. Great guy and helped me buy good quality products.

Q1717QTstevek

21 Apr, 2024

A must see when visiting Mumbai. Our guides Manoj and Abhi are both knowledgeable and a pleasure to spend the tour with. Without them both we would not have known the story of the caves, really interesting and definitely recommended. Manor will also take photos for you capturing great moments.

Darren-Jack-007

21 Apr, 2024

Rabat and Neeraj were fantastic. What an incredible tour would highly recommend doing this tour. I was so intrigued with the history of the caves and the stories behind them.

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