Kanheri Caves Half-Day Private Day Trip

Leave the chaos of Mumbai behind and immerse yourself in the tranquillity of the countryside with this private day trip to the enigmatic Kanheri caves. Discover Buddhist sculptures, carvings, and paintings that date back over 2000 years. This is an essential adventure for anyone spending time in Mumbai.

Kanheri Caves Half-Day Trip

In the morning, an expert guide will pick you up from your hotel and drive to the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, where the Buddhist caves of Kanheri are located. This area is an oasis of lush, green vegetation.

We will drive deeper into the forest to reach the Kanheri caves, a network of over 100 caves featuring wall paintings, engravings, and Buddhist sculptures dating from the 1st century B.C. to the 10th century A.D.

This location was used by Buddhist monks for meditation and worship, serving as monasteries, meeting rooms, shrines, and study rooms. The guide will provide historical insights and highlight some of the most notable statues.

During the tour, you can enjoy a typical snack from the region. The trip concludes with views over the Sanjay Gandhi National Park from a special vantage point, offering great photo opportunities.

Hotel Transfer

The cost of the tour includes transfers from hotels located within the city center. Collection and drop-off at hotels more than 10 km outside the city center will incur an additional charge of 500 rupees (approximately 6 euros).