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Elephanta Island Tour in Private Vehicle
Mumbai,
India
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Overview
Duration
8h
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect
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 in Mumbai Harbour, 10 kilometres to the east of the city of Mumbai in the Indian state of Mahārāshtra.
Trimurti is the most renowned sculpture in mandapa of the Great Cave is Trimurti (Trimurthy) – sculpture with three faces of Shiva. It is located on the south wall of mandapa and is 6.1 m high. Trimurti resembles a Trinity of Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh (Shiva) – royal insignia of Rashtrakutas.
What to remember
Important info
Not wheelchair accessible. Infants must sit on laps. Not recommended for travelers with back problems. Not recommended for pregnant travelers. No heart problems or other serious medical conditions. Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level. Must carry cap or hat, trekking shoes or sport shoes. Elephanta Caves in Closed on Monday. 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
What's included
Air-conditioned vehicle. Private transportation. Bottled water. Pickup & Drop. Local English Speaking Guide. Village Entry, Caves Entry Fees, Ferry Ride, Toy Train, Toll Tax & Parking Fees. Entry/Admission - Elephanta Caves. Entry/Admission - Gateway of India
What's not included
Any Meals. Gratitude. Personal Expenses
Know Before You Go
When
09:00 AM
Operating days
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Shreeji Tours n Travels
Meeting Point
Traveler pickup is offered
We provide free pickup service from Hotel / Residence / Airport / Railway Station & Port and also free drop service.
We only provide pickup & drop service from the hotel located in Suburb / North Mumbai or South Mumbai.
Pickup & drop service from Navi Mumbai area or far away from Mumbai City (North / South Mumbai) will charge extra.
Information Related to Elephanta Caves:
Approach to Caves: To reach Elephanta it takes 1 Hrs 30 Min in Ferrry from Gateway of India and there are 120 staircases to Elephanta caves. Same it will take 1 Hrs 30 Min return to reach Gateway of India.
Elephanta Boat Timing: The first boat for Elephanta leaves the Gateway of India ferry point at 9 am. The first return boat leaves from Elephanta Island at 12 noon and the last return boat leaves at 5.30 pm from Elephanta.
Elephanta Caves is open 6 days a week. Only Closed on Monday.
Season: Elephanta is open throughout the year. Winter months (November to February) are pleasant. Avoid peak monsoon season (June to August) as boat schedules could get interrupted due to the rough seas and heavy rain.
Airports
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400099, India
Ports
- Mumbai Port Trust, Vigilance Department, 3rd Floor, Krupa Nidhi Building, 9, Walchand Hirachand Marg, Ballard Estate, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India