Elephanta Caves Tour

Are you in Bombay and feeling like visiting one of the most sacred temples in India? On this excursion to the Elephanta Caves, we'll uncover the secrets of this breathtaking Unesco World Heritage Site.

Elephanta Caves Tour

We'll meet at 10:30 am in front of the PizzaExpress restaurant. From there, we'll head towards the Gateway of India, where we'll hop on a ferry to the Elephanta Caves. This architectural site is considered one of the most sacred temples in Bombay.

Upon arrival at this World Heritage Site, we'll explore the vast caverns, beginning with the galleries of the Shiva Cave, which feature several stone carvings representing key moments in the life of this Hindu god. The caves are believed to have been built between 810 and 1260. In the 16th century, some sculptures were damaged as they were used for target practice.

The tour continues with exploration of various sanctuaries and carved passageways, culminating at the main grotto, where we will view the great sculpture of Trimurti, dedicated to Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva.

After this insight into Hindu history and culture, we will board the ferry again, concluding the tour at the Gateway of India four to five hours after departure.