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 take a ferry to the Elephanta Caves, an architectural and artistic marvel 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, featuring several stone carvings depicting significant moments in the life of this Hindu god.

Throughout the tour, we'll share facts about the caves, believed to have been built between 810 and 1260. In the 16th century, some statues were damaged due to being used for target practice.

The tour continues as we explore various sanctuaries and carved passageways. At the main grotto, we'll view the great sculpture of Trimurti, which represents the three gods of Hinduism: Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva.

After this exploration of Hindu history and culture, we'll board the ferry again and conclude the tour back at the Gateway of India four to five hours after our departure.