Mumbai to Kanheri Caves

Depart Mumbai for the morning to visit the spectacular Kanheri Caves on a half-day private tour with an informative guide. Head to Sanjay Gandhi National Park where the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kanheri Caves served as a Buddhist center for more than 1,000 years. Dating to the first century BC, the complex of 109 rock-cut caves is one of the oldest cave formations in India. Includes private guide and vehicle, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Take in the many wonders of Mumbai on a private full-day tour that starts with an excursion to Kanheri Caves. You'll also see city highlights including the Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (Victoria Terminus), Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Mandai (Crawford Market), Marine Drive, the Hanging Gardens on Malabar Hill, the Gandhi Museum, Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat, and the  Prince of Wales Museum. Includes private guide and vehicle, and pickup and drop-off from your chosen location.

The Kanheri Caves, a set of hand-cut Buddhist rock sculptures, are one of Mumbai’s top attractions. But the remote location—on an island within Sanjay Gandhi National Park—can put many travelers off. Get a first-hand peek at the 109 carvings, some dating from the 1st century BC, with this convenient and hassle-free private tour, which puts the world-famous heritage site at your fingertips.

After touring the rock-carved temple caves of Kanheri Caves located in lush forests on the outskirts of Mumbai, return to South Mumbai which is proper City of Mumbai Via Bandra Worli Sea Link for a comprehensive city tour that includes the Gateway of India, Mani Bhavan (Gandhi House), Taj Hotel, Marine Drive, Girgaum Chowpatty, Hanging Garden, Iskcon Temple, Victoria Terminal & Haji Ali Mosque.

The Perseverance of Indian history and rich culture is best depicted at this spot. By signing up for Kanheri Caves Sightseen Tour with our professional guides, you get fascinating details of Buddhism and culture. You can wander up to the extensive networks of halls and dwelling with our professional guides. Even the surroundings of the dense forest do impress you to another level. The maze of 109 Kanheri is hewn into the basalt rock. Diverse flora and fauna offer you an immense chance of spotting deer, macaque monkeys, reptiles, the flock of birds and butterflies. It is an indeed factor to see the beauty of private dwellings, decorative prayer halls, intriguing sculptures all cut into the rocky hillside. Worthy things to see here are also painting and inscriptions that depict the effect of Buddhism of Indian society.

Kanheri Caves must-see destination for history buffs or archaeology afficionados who would like to see true excavations pertaining to the ancient histories of India. Global Vipassana Pagoda is built in a very scenic place and its a divine place for meditation. You will experience a 10 min meditation, a video presentation on Buddhism and Pagoda, a picture gallery which makes it a memorable experience.

Ways to Experience Sanjay Gandhi National Park and Jungle Safari at The Kanheri Caves with Young Tours And Travel. Trip to the Sanjay Gandhi National Park from Mumbai Explore the wooded park and visit its Kanheri Caves Delve into some of the 109 Buddhist caves, hand-hewn in about 400 BC The park is also known as Borivali National Park since it is located in Borivali, a suburb of Mumbai. The famous Kanheri Caves are located within the park. A famous Jain Temple is also situated in the park. GLOBAL VIPASSANA PAGODA The Global Vipassana Pagoda is a Meditation Dome Hall with a capacity to seat around 8,000 Vipassana meditators (largest such meditation hall in the world) near Gorai, North-west of Mumbai, India. The Pagoda was inaugurated by Pratibha Patil, then President of India on 8 February 2009. It is built on donated land on a peninsula between Gorai creek and the Arabian Sea. The pagoda is to serve as a monument of peace and harmony.

Calm and beautiful with a lot of flora and fauna, one such place is the Sanjay Gandhi National Park. Rich with flora and fauna, the park is visited by thousands every day. The caves give you an insight into the early years of Buddhism as a religion in India. Stupas, carvings, and statues show the impact Buddhism had. It is very rare to find a beautiful scenic village in such a hustling bustling city as Mumbai. But Uttan serves as an example of that. Blessed with beautiful beaches, scenic views and interesting salt pans. Global Vipassana Pagoda which stands as a monument for peace and harmony is truly a very dovish place to be is the place visited in the latter half of this tour. The Global Vipassana Pagoda which was inaugurated by the then president Pratibha Tai Patil in 2009, is a beautiful Buddhist meditation center near the island of Gorai. It is a dome hall and has a capacity to seat around 8,000 meditators at once. The Pagoda serves as a monument of peace and harmony.

Ways to Experience Sanjay Gandhi National Park and Jungle Safari at The Kanheri Caves with Young Tours And Travel. Trip to the Sanjay Gandhi National Park from Mumbai Explore the wooded park and visit its Kanheri Caves Delve into some of the 109 Buddhist caves, hand-hewn in about 400 BC The park is also known as Borivali National Park since it is located in Borivali, a suburb of Mumbai. The famous Kanheri Caves are located within the park.

Visit the Kanheri Caves, a group of rock-cut Buddhist monuments located in lush forests on the outskirts of Mumbai. This caves is served the purpose of Buddhist centre of education, where the religious men used to deliver lectures on the religious texts and basic moral values that one should follow. Mostly young generation like to visit this caves during monsoon season. waterfall offers a spectacular view in the monsoon season.

The Kanheri Caves are a group of caves and rock-cut monuments cut into a massive basalt outcrop in the forests of the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, on the former island of Salsette in the western outskirts of Mumbai. later visit Bollywood Studio it is 3 hrs Guided Tour, So never miss the Bollywood Tour when you visit Mumbai. Bollywood is one of the world’s largest film industries, famous for its Technicolor, show-stopping dance and its history.

Tour to the Commercial capital of India still preserving its history and heritage. Also visit Buddhist Kanheri caves said to be 2000 years old.

Explore the more than 100 Buddhist caves popularly known as the Kanheri Caves deeply nestled among the soothing surroundings of the Sanjay Gandhi National Park in chaotic Mumbai City. Get the insight into rise and decline of Buddhism through the Buddhist sculptures and relief carvings, paintings and inscriptions, dating from the 1st century BCE to the 10th century CE on these caves. 1. Drive by the Sanjay Gandhi National Park's forest, heading deep into it in order to reach the Kanheri Caves. 2. Visit the Stupa within the caves, congregation hall supported by huge stone pillars and a dagoba or Buddhist shrine. 3. Explore the other hidden gems, temples, view point within Sanjay Gandhi National Park's forest. 4. You will also enjoy the local's favorite snacks (complimentary) during the tour.

National Park- The Sanjay Gandhi National Park in Borivali is grossly unexplored. The 87 sqkm of Forest land, offer trekking and cycling to tourists. We will also explore the 2000 years old Buddist settlements' Authentic Indian Food/Lunch- We will be heading to my place where you'll discover all the various Indian Spices used in making Indian dishes and what unique flavor each adds to a dish. Later we'll enjoy tasting these dishes together.

Mumbai Temples & Caves Full-Day Tour: This tour provides a visit to the Global Pagoda a monument to serve Peace & Harmony. The Global Vipassana Pagoda is built out of gratitude to the Buddha, his teaching and the community of monks practicing his teaching.

Kanheri Caves is a day trip from Mumbai to a 2000 year old Buddhist university. Explore some of the Caves which served as a major centre for Buddhist learning between the 1st century BC and 10th century AD. Relive the life of the students who came from all over Asia to live in this ancient campus and learn from the Masters. Marvel at the unique architecture style, magnificent sculptures and novel engineering techniques which made Kanheri an incredible place to live and learn, 2000 years back.

This tour include visit to Gateway of India,Hanging Garden,Kala Ghoda Art district,Mani Bhawan, Prince of Wales Museum with Kanheri Caves. Entrances to monuments mentioned in the itinerary and English speaking guide service is well included. We provide pick up and drop off from Mumbai city hotel. We are further flexible to adjust the guest requirement during the tour if possible.

Mumbai's City best monsoon Experience (Rainy Season) A stroll down the Marine Drive & Faced the bold Monsoon waves at Gateway of India. Roasted Corn from the street side vendor is something that you cannot miss out with Taste of Local Chai (Tea). Best Time to Visit Mumbai During Monsoon. In Mumbai, monsoon begins in the month of June. In July & August Mumbai receives the maximum amount of rain in the month of July without any traces of sunshine for weeks. In September Monsoon gets over by 3rd week of September. Heavy thunderstorms strike the city during the end of monsoon. Important Note: We will operate this tour only during normal rainfall. If rainfall is very heavy then city remains waterlogged due to continuous rainfall. Public transport gets affected leading to long delays hence we can cancel the tour or will do on next day.

Sightseeing in Mumbai? Dodge the crowds and see the sights in style with a private guide and driver, and a personalised itinerary. This full-day tour is yours to customise as you want, so you can visit the landmark Gateway to India, drive down Marine Drive and admire the Mahalaxmi Temple, or venture off-the-beaten-track to Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat. Add on a tour of either the Elephanta Caves or Kanheri Caves, or spend time browsing the capital’s leading art and history museum.

Located inside Sanjay Gandhi National Park, on the outskirts of Mumbai, Kanheri Caves are a group of rock-cut caves monuments and caves. Belonging to 1st century BC to 11th century, the complex has many caves each of them containing decorative art and sculpture. A big Avalokiteshvara (Bodhisattva who represents compassion) in Cave 2, a massive Buddha statue in Cave 3 and a painted ceiling in Cave 34 are the primary attractions.

Mumbai is the most popular city is the place is the house to Bollywood star house, Queen Drive, Skyscraper Antilia, the Ambanis' new house, is widely visible throughout Mumbai but on other side of coin where it is remain unexplore and less ventured hence it is unique place called Dharavi asia largest slum. The Kanheri Caves are a group of caves and rock-cut monuments cut into a massive basalt outcrop in the forests of the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, on the former island of Salsette in the western outskirts of Mumbai

The Sanjay Gandhi National Park is grossly unexplored. The cycling tour will be refreshing and give you an adrenaline rush. The Kanheri Caves hold a cultural history within them. If you do not know cycling, a car will be provided or you can explore the National Park on foot. So, enjoy this activity.

The Kanheri Caves are a group of 109 Caves and Rock-Cut Monuments in the lush green Forest of the National Park in the western outskirts of Mumbai. They contain Buddhist sculptures dating from the 1st century BCE. This site is on a beautiful hillside and a secret hidden treasure of Mumbai.

Private Tour in Air Condition Car or Bus depends on the Number of Traveller Will explore the most important Caves