Mumbai Caves Tour in Private Vehicle
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Ages 3-99
Duration: 6–8 hours
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Pickup & Drop
- Local English Speaking Guide
- Toll Tax, Parking Fees & Gate Entry
- Entry/Admission - Kanheri Caves
- Entry/Admission - Sanjay Gandhi National Park
What's not included- Any Meals
- Gratitude
- Personal Expenses
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Pickup details
- We provide free pickup service from Hotel / Residence / Airport / Railway Station & Port and also free drop service. We only provide pickup & drop service from the hotel located in Suburb / North Mumbai or South Mumbai. Pickup & drop service from Navi Mumbai area or far away from Mumbai City (North / South Mumbai) will charge extra. Information Related to Elephanta Caves: Kanheri Caves is open 6 days a week. Only Closed on Monday. Private Vehicle is not allowed in National Park as it is under the control of the Forest Department. So we have to park our private vehicles at the Gate of Sanjay Gandhi National Park. From the Gate, we have to take Public Bus or Public Van to go up to Kanheri caves.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Airport pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Mumbai, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400099, India
Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.- Mumbai Port Trust, Vigilance Department, 3rd Floor, Krupa Nidhi Building, 9, Walchand Hirachand Marg, Ballard Estate, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 114230P5- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Must carry cap or hat, trekking shoes or sport shoes
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 114230P5
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- LorraineB8580 contributionsAn oasis in Mumbai - a worthwhile tripA friend and I booked with ‘Get your Guide’ to do this trip and we had a great guide - Shuaib. He was very knowledgeable and friendly and spoke good English. The caves trip involved lots of walking up and down steps and was fascinating to find this site in the middle of a 100 km jungle, situated in Mumbai. Not really suitable for anyone with mobility issues. There is wildlife in the jungle and the park had other places to go see animals, but we didn’t do that. We then travelled by car, ferry and Tuc tuc to the Pagoda. We needed one of our passport numbers to get through security here which I thought was odd. It was a lovely visit, not too many people around, the grounds are beautiful and we even got to go inside the pagoda and meditate for 10 minutes. Inside is not that spectacular but that is the idea! There is a gift shop on way out and the the prices were very reasonable so I bought all my gifts for home in here. It was nice to browse without being hassled too. The ferry trip was interesting with foot passengers and motorbikes all packed in. An excellent day out away from the noise and smog of Mumbai city.Written February 8, 2025
- shahar s0 contributionsGood tour for Jewish history in MumbaiThis was a great chance to see the history of Jews in Mumbai from Bebe Israel synagogue to baghdadi synagogues to the Habas house. The guide and driver were great.Written January 27, 2025
- katiesC4739FS0 contributionsGreat tour!!Our group of four loved our tour with Viki! He was so knowledgeable, and fun, and made sure we had a lot of experiences like Mumbai locals - including taking a local train and trying vada pav! He also took tons of great photos of us at the Gateway of India, Taj Hotel, hanging gardens and Ikson temple. He was very flexible and geared the tour based on what we were interested in. The bus was also very comfortable - it was a great way to see a lot of the city and learn the history and culture. I would highly recommend!!Written January 26, 2025
- Sherpa171344414760 contributionsMumbai City tourIt was our first visit to Mumbai and India, and hiring this company was truly one of the best decisions we made! We were fortunate to have an incredible team of guides—Sameer, Harish, Rakesh, and Vikrant—each an expert in their respective areas. Harish and Rakesh, being locals, shared fascinating insights and details that only someone from the area could know. With Sameer, we explored Mumbai both during the day and at night, experiencing firsthand how the city never truly sleeps. One of the highlights was a local train ride and a visit to the bustling market, giving us a glimpse into the daily lives of the people. Harish guided us through the Elephanta Caves on our very first day in India. He shared captivating stories and patiently answered all our questions, making us feel less overwhelmed and more connected to the rich history and culture. Rakesh led us on a tour of Dharavi. As we walked through the area, it was evident how well-known and respected he is. He shared stories about the community’s resilience and resourcefulness, making the experience both humbling and eye-opening. We wouldn’t have dared to venture into Dharavi on our own, but with Rakesh, we felt safe. Vikrant made our visit to the Kanheri Caves and the Golden Pagoda unforgettable. His passion for his work was evident in every story he told, and his ability to bring history to life left us with a deep appreciation for the places we visited. After the Kanheri Caves, we asked him to recommend a spot for a traditional lunch. Not only did he take us to an excellent restaurant, but he also turned the meal into another cultural adventure. He helped us choose authentic dishes and even arranged for us to watch the kitchen staff preparing the food—it was such a unique and delightful experience! Looking back, we can confidently say that our visit to Mumbai wouldn’t have been the same without this amazing team. They went above and beyond to make our trip memorable, ensuring everything—from the itinerary and timing to transportation and tickets—was perfectly planned. All we had to do was enjoy the experience. A heartfelt thanks to Sameer, Harish, Rakesh, and Vikrant for making our trip to Mumbai so special. We highly recommend them to anyone looking to truly experience the heart and soul of the city!Written January 22, 2025
- kevinnE1834RP0 contributionsGreat TourHad a great tour w/ my guide Sameer Shah! Sameer is a great guide who really knows the city! Did the tour on my first day in Mumbai, visited many of the big highlights. A great way to start my visit. Left knowing a lot more about the city & with a good idea of what I wanted to see/do during the rest of my stay. Thanks, Sameer!Written January 22, 2025
- Curious175134280980 contributionsExcellentVikrant was friendly and knowledgeable! It was an unforgettable trip. I learned so much about the history of Mumbai. The car was comfortable.Written January 18, 2025
- H3241CAtonyas0 contributionsAmazing sites and guide was incredible.Great sites to see and incredibly knowledgeable guide. There were so many incredible stops, riding the train, walking the market place, playing cricket and historic knowledge of the city shared by our guide. Highly recommend.Written January 18, 2025
- arshakd20160 contributionsGreat tourGreat tour. Shows all the highlights of the city. The car is very clean and the driver is very professional. Can’t say enough good things about the guide, Ankita shah, she was very knowledgeable, considerate, and a great conservationist. Highly recommend.Written January 12, 2025
- Jared W0 contributionsA Perfect Sunday MorningA great morning trip out to the Island with a highlights tour of Mumbai. Great guides including within Mumbai, at the Island and then our car and boat driver. And for a bonus, they all take great photos! Highly recommended.Written January 12, 2025
- Garyf14020 contributionsGreat day tour of mumbaiVery comprehensive trip and some superb and unexpected finds. Would have no hesitation in recommending this tour. Our tour guide was super friendly and very accommodatingWritten January 10, 2025
- kirakira90 contributionsSightseeing and foodWe had one day in Mumbai and this was a perfect way to spend it and see a bunch of the city at once. I appreciated how the tour blended good street food (and masala chai - my favorite!) and seeing a lot of main sites (train station, gateway of India, chowpatty, a few temples, and more). Sameer was excellent and communicative.Written January 9, 2025
- Jared W0 contributionsJust Perfect!What a day! From communication once booked, to dropping off at the hotel again, the trip was perfect. Great photographer as well, many memories! Thank you!Written January 7, 2025
- Josie O0 contributionsGreat Hindu Temple TourWe had an excellent time on this tour! Jigna did a spectacular job showing us the temples and explaining everything as we saw it.Written January 5, 2025
- Harsha E0 contributionsGreat way to spent time outside of Mumbai!Great trip - driver and guide were very knowledgeable and friendly. Pickup and drop off was very convenient too. Highly recommend!Written January 2, 2025
- vsbw0 contributionsAnkita was a great host. This tour gets you to all the places you need to see in a day.Ankita was a great host. Seamless hotel pickup and this tour gets you to all the places you need to go in a day. Very nice and efficient way to see Mumbai.Written December 30, 2024
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Aldo D
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Feb 2023
Sameer, the guide, is a really nice guy to be around and knowledgeable about Indian culture and the park. He was responsive and it was easy to communicate via the cellphone app WhatsApp (available on Android and iPhone). The caves are amazing with lots of history and we even managed to find a peaceful place to enjoy nature by ourselves in the middle of the extremely busy/noisy Mumbai.
Only hotels on the east side of Mumbai are eligible for no additional pick up fees despite the pick up locations shown by tripadvisor/viator. You'll also take public transport within the park for the 20-min drive from the entrance to the caves trailhead; no big deal as these are national park buses/vans.
The trail has some moderate climbs and steps but several spots to take breaks with shade, including the caves which are 10-20 F cooler.
We got picked up at 9am and were done by 12:30pm. We walked fairly quickly and were the only 2 people on the tour. We didn't do the Jogeshwari Caves (outside the national park) because it was a holiday and apparently those caves were closed.
Only hotels on the east side of Mumbai are eligible for no additional pick up fees despite the pick up locations shown by tripadvisor/viator. You'll also take public transport within the park for the 20-min drive from the entrance to the caves trailhead; no big deal as these are national park buses/vans.
The trail has some moderate climbs and steps but several spots to take breaks with shade, including the caves which are 10-20 F cooler.
We got picked up at 9am and were done by 12:30pm. We walked fairly quickly and were the only 2 people on the tour. We didn't do the Jogeshwari Caves (outside the national park) because it was a holiday and apparently those caves were closed.
Written February 26, 2023
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Samye5629
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Dec 2023 • Friends
This trip was SO worth the cost!! We had a 20hr layover and Vikrant was SO accommodating for us. He picked us up from the airport, took to a great breakfast spot then we headed to the caves where we got amazing pictures (he's a great photographer) and had wonderfully detailed stories. He was helpful if we needed help hiking up and steep sides but it was very manageable for us three. Then we went for a local bus ride which was cool to experience local means of travel. Then we got into the Mumbai part of the tour where we explored so many spots, including a train ride to experience the most used mode of transportation in Mumbai. We had an amazing lunch stop and then we kept exploring. We got to see an amazing Hindu Temple and service and felt so welcomed. Our flight was really late (2am) so Vikrant helped us arrange to keep the car an extra 5 hours to explore more. We were exhausted after traveling for 2wks but he was very kind and helpful and made the extra excursions worth it!! It was wonderful and I'd highly highly recommend!!
Note: I tried to upload pictures but the website wasn't working but it was amazing!
Note: I tried to upload pictures but the website wasn't working but it was amazing!
Written January 3, 2024
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Moïse A
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Aug 2023 • Friends
We had a great time with Vikrant.
We visited Kanheri Caves with a very good explanation of the history and important points to know and we finish the Kanheri caves with an amazing point of view.
We then went on to visit other caves in his car, all accompanied by a good lunch and tea as we like them here in India.
It was a wonderful experience.
We visited Kanheri Caves with a very good explanation of the history and important points to know and we finish the Kanheri caves with an amazing point of view.
We then went on to visit other caves in his car, all accompanied by a good lunch and tea as we like them here in India.
It was a wonderful experience.
Written August 15, 2023
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Karen S
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Jan 2025 • Solo
The park and the caves were more than I expected. Mr. Sameer introduced Mumbai and the caves along the way. Very professional. I was able to take my time enjoying the beautiful park and Kanheri caves. He gave great tips for what to look for and to listen in the caves and in the park. Deers, many cute monkeys and hawks were spotted. The tour ended with Mandapeshwar Caves. A great experience you must have when you visit Mumbai.
Written January 28, 2025
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Siva S
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Dec 2024 • Couples
Sameer was an excellent guide: kind, thoughtful, attentive, and knowledgeable. All of the logistics were flawlessly executed. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour!
Written December 31, 2024
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Michael N
14 contributions
Sameer is the best guide with a great deal of knowledge about the history of Mumbia. His is friendly and easy to talk to. As the owner of the company he went above and beyond to make it a great experience. You will not be disappointed.
Written September 5, 2024
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Excursion651661
5 contributions
Sameer Excellent guide. Very open to different cultures and views of life. I expected nothing less from India! Knowledge!
Awareness and teaching . I advise you 100 percent!
Awareness and teaching . I advise you 100 percent!
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Written November 21, 2024
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