Sailing Yacht Most booked
A 26-foot sailing yacht for 2 to 6 guests, boarding at the Gateway of India.
- 6 guests
- 26 ft
- 1 cabin
From ₹5,000 / 2 hrs
Gateway of India → Elephanta Island
Mumbai to Elephanta by speedboat
The public ferry takes an hour and sails when full. A private speedboat crosses in about 25 minutes, waits at the island and returns when you're ready, turning a full-day trip into a relaxed half day.
- Crossing
- 25 minutes each way
- Distance
- ≈ 6 nautical miles
- Capacity
- Up to 6 guests
- From
- ₹9,000 one way
Pricing
What it costs
Prices cover the whole boat, for up to 6 guests. Fuel, skipper and safety gear are included.
One way
₹9,000
Gateway of India to Elephanta Island
Better value
Same-day return
₹25,000
Waiting time included
Indicative rates. The final price depends on date, timing and boat availability, and is confirmed in writing before any deposit.
What's included
- Private boat, with no other groups aboard
- Licensed skipper and crew
- Life jackets for every guest, child sizes available
- Fuel for the standard route
- Waiting time at the island on a return charter
Good to know
- The Elephanta Caves close on Mondays, so check before booking.
- Around 120 steep steps lead from the jetty to the caves.
- Return charters typically allow three hours on the island, and longer stays are quoted per hour.
- Bring water, sun protection and a hat, as the climb has little shade.
- Cave tickets are paid for separately at the island.
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Questions
Frequently asked
How long is the crossing?
About 25 minutes from the Gateway of India, compared with roughly an hour by ferry. Sea conditions rarely add more than a few minutes.
What does a private speedboat cost?
A return charter with waiting time is around ₹25,000 for the boat and up to six guests. One-way transfers are quoted separately.
Is Elephanta open every day?
The caves close on Mondays. The island and crossing still run, but there's little reason to go that day.
Can children come?
Yes, and child-size life jackets are carried. The climb of around 120 steps is a lot for very small children in the heat.
What if the sea is rough?
The captain will delay departure or, if the coast guard restricts sailing, reschedule at no cost.
Private charter
Prefer a yacht from the Gateway?
These are private charters from the Gateway of India, not transfers on this route.
Sailing Yacht Most bookedA 26-foot sailing yacht for up to 7 guests, with decoration, mineral water and music included.
- 7 guests
- 26 ft
- 1 cabin
From ₹4,000 / 2 hrs
Sailing Yacht Most bookedA 30-foot sailing yacht for up to 10 guests, with decoration, mineral water and music included.
- 10 guests
- 30 ft
- 1 cabin
From ₹8,000 / 2 hrs
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