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Elephanta Island, Mumbai Harbour

Private Launch to the Elephanta Caves

A private boat to Elephanta Island for the rock-cut Shiva caves with an art historian.

About this experience

A private launch carries only your party across the harbour to Elephanta Island, away from the crowded ferries, the Mumbai skyline receding behind you.

An art historian walks you up to the 6th-century rock-cut caves and the colossal three-headed Trimurti, reading the iconography of the Shiva sculptures carved straight from the basalt. You return at your own pace, a cold drink waiting on the boat.

What's included
  • Private return launch
  • Art-historian guide
  • Cold drinks aboard
  • Bottled water
Not included
  • Caves entry fee
  • Island toy-train ticket
  • Gratuities
What to bring
  • Sun protection
  • Comfortable shoes for steps
  • Camera
Meeting point
Gateway of India jetty, Colaba
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