Is June a good time to visit Elephanta Caves?

Elephanta Caves scores 0/5 in June. Ferry service suspended — monsoon seas too rough.

Is Elephanta Caves safe for kids in June?

Yes, Elephanta Caves is rated 3/5 for families.

June · Maharashtra

Elephanta Caves

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Elephanta Caves in June

Maharashtra, India

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Ferry service suspended — monsoon seas too rough

Why June scores 0/5

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Weather

Ferry service suspended — monsoon seas too rough

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Roads & Access

self drive: Not applicable — boat access only. public transport: Regular ferry service 9am-2pm from Gateway of India. from nearest city: Mumbai Gateway of India — 1hr ferry (₹200-350 return). last km difficulty: easy

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Safety & Emergency

Safety: 3/5. note: Carry basic first aid kit. Serious cases require ferry back to Mumbai.. ambulance: 108 (Mumbai). nearest hospital: Basic first aid on island. Nearest hospital in Mumbai (1hr ferry + travel)

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Network

JIO: Yes, BSNL: No, NOTE: Yes, AIRTEL: Yes. Signal near jetty. Patchy to nonexistent inside the caves.

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Kids

Kid-friendly (3/5) — Educational history experience, Fun ferry ride from Mumbai, Monkeys are entertaining for kids

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Elevation

60m — Low altitude, no issues

Who should go

✓First-time travelers
✓Senior citizens
✓Families with children

Who should think twice

✗Those with flexible dates — better months exist

All 12 Months

Month	Score	Note
January	5/5	Perfect weather for the ferry ride and cave exploration
February	5/5	Elephanta Festival in February — music and dance at the caves
March	4/5	Comfortable weather. Clear skies for harbour views
April	3/5	Getting hot but morning visits are fine
May	2/5	Hot and humid. Carry water. Early morning ferry recommended
Juneviewing	0/5	Ferry service suspended — monsoon seas too rough
July	0/5	Closed — monsoon. No ferry service
August	0/5	Closed — monsoon. No ferry service
September	1/5	Ferry may resume late September. Check before planning
October	4/5	Services resume. Post-monsoon green island, pleasant weather
November	5/5	Excellent conditions. Clear harbour views on the ferry
December	5/5	Peak season — perfect weather, calm seas

Practical Details

How to reach

Mumbai Gateway of India — 1hr ferry (₹200-350 return). Self-drive: Not applicable — boat access only. Public transport: Regular ferry service 9am-2pm from Gateway of India. Last stretch: easy

Elevation

60m

Difficulty

easy

Budget tier

budget