To reach Elephanta one can catch the deluxe boats available at the Gateway of India at Rs 120. It takes almost an hour to reach elephanta. Elephanta Caves remain open for tourists from 9 AM to 5 PM except on Monday. The boat service may be suspended during the monsoon. Along the way one gets to see the beauty of the sea and mountains, fishing boats, migrating birds, cruise liners and naval ships. After reaching the island a mini train is available for Rs 10 both ways to take you to the base of the caves from where you have to climb around 120 stairs. With souvenir shops and food stalls around you the climb is not much difficult and for those who can’t climb you would get men to carry you up to the entrance of the caves in a wooden chair for a price. Entry ticket to the Caves is available at the top, near the entrance to the caves for Rs 10 per person for Indians and at $5 for others. Entry is free for children below 14 years. Before the cave is the Elephanta Cave Museum which is a must see as it gives you a glimpse of what you get to see inside the caves. There is no restriction for taking photographs in the island so one gets to capture some good pictures in Elephanta.