Elephanta Caves (Gharpuri Caves) on an island

Easily accessible by ferry from Mumbai, being about 10kms (6.2 mi) from the south east coast of the island city. Boats leave daily from the Gateway of India, taking about an hour each way.

The first ferry leaves at 9am, the last at 2pm. From the boat landing stage on the island, a walkway leads to steps that go up to the famous caves. There is also a narrow-gauge toy train from the boat area on the dock to the base of the steps leading up to the caves about 600 m).

Along the path, hawkers sell souvenirs Small monkeys play along the sides of the path, occasionally thieving items from the hawkers or trashcans. Known in ancient times as Gharapuri,present name Elephanta, was given by 17th century Portuguese explorers, after seeing a monolithic basalt sculpture of an elephant found here near the entrance. Later, this sculpture was moved Dr.Bhau Daji Lad Museum.

People with partial walking disabilities can do the tour by paying extra cost for the palanquins up & down the hill directly.

Ferry Terminal At Gateway Of India. Pick up & drop at Hotel at extra cost.Can find me with the photo or by cell number.