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Top 10 water & beach things to do in Mumbai

Boats, beaches, and the parts of Mumbai you only see from the water. Ferry rides, sunset cruises, snorkel runs, and the occasional sailing day for travellers who measure good cities by their coastline.

  1. Private transfer from Mumbai Cruise Port to Mumbai Airport, Mumbai1

    1. Private transfer from Mumbai Cruise Port to Mumbai Airport

    · 55 min

    Direct door-to-door transfer — enjoy a comfortable ride from Mumbai Cruise Port to Mumbai Airport with a professional driver and no hidden charges.

  2. Full-day private Mumbai city tour with Dharavi Slum visit, Mumbai2

    2. Full-day private Mumbai city tour with Dharavi Slum visit

    5.0· 9 reviews

    Ten hours with a private AC vehicle and storyteller — visit the Gateway of India, Dhobi Ghat, and meet artisans in Dharavi's thriving economy.

    Sharon and Deepak provided an excellent tour of Mumbai. Sharon shared captivating insights about the city's attractions. There were many delightful surprises, and the experience went beyond what I anticipated. Despite being new to guiding, her skills made it seem like she had years of experience. Her English was excellent and easy to follow.689alixg
  3. Elephanta Caves visit by premium speedboat, Mumbai3

    3. Elephanta Caves visit by premium speedboat

    5.0· 96 reviews

    Twenty-minute speedboat ride to Elephanta Island, with time to explore the ancient caves and iconic landmarks of Mumbai.

    I had a wonderful tour in Mumbai today. Thank you, Sam!K6662WXguillaumeg
  1. Mumbai street food and evening bazaar tour, Mumbai4

    4. Mumbai street food and evening bazaar tour

    5.0· 272 reviews· 3.5 hours

    Three hours of tasting Mumbai street food — includes train ride to Chowpatty Beach, and visits to local markets with iconic snacks like Bhel Puri and Pani Puri.

    I had a great time on this experience. Even though the beach portion was closed due to a strike, our guide promptly came up with an alternative and took us to another location.nicolascC3666BW
  2. Elephanta Caves tour from Mumbai by private speedboat, Mumbai5

    5. Elephanta Caves tour from Mumbai by private speedboat

    5.0· 81 reviews

    Twenty-minute speedboat ride to Elephanta Island from the Gateway of India, with a guided tour of ancient rock-cut sculptures and hotel pickup included.

    Manoj and Riya provided outstanding guidance, thoroughly explaining every detail and capturing fantastic photos throughout the experience.Getaway09103579202
  3. Nighttime tour of Mumbai's iconic landmarks, Mumbai6

    6. Nighttime tour of Mumbai's iconic landmarks

    4.9· 291 reviews

    Three to four hours by private vehicle—visit Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Marine Drive, and the Gateway of India under the night sky, with insights into the city’s history and culture.

    Abhi was a fantastic guide, very knowledgeable and truly helpful. Since we had a sleeper train leaving at 11 PM, he arranged our tour accordingly, ensuring we finished at the terminus and helped us find our train. Santosh, our driver, was great as well; it was convenient being able to explore on foot and then have him seamlessly navigate the traffic to pick us up again.AdventureZoe
  4. Elephanta Caves guided tour from Mumbai, Mumbai7

    7. Elephanta Caves guided tour from Mumbai

    4.8· 180 reviews

    Half-day tour, ferry from Gateway of India — explore Elephanta Caves with a fluent English-speaking guide.

    Pankaj, our guide, truly enhanced our experience. He provided insightful explanations about the cave's history and the Hindu philosophy associated with the statues. I highly recommend this tour.V7860JJfedericog
  5. Half-day private sightseeing tour of Mumbai, Mumbai8

    8. Half-day private sightseeing tour of Mumbai

    4.8· 164 reviews

    Four hours in a private air-conditioned car with an English-speaking guide — key sights and entry tickets included, with pickup from your hotel or cruise terminal.

    I appreciate the wonderful tour of Mumbai. Our guide, Sahil, was entertaining and shared captivating stories about the city's history. Shamsher, our driver, managed to handle Mumbai's hectic traffic effortlessly. This city, full of contrasts, is a must-visit for anyone wanting to understand its fascinating essence.Culture30650765514
  6. Mumbai street food tour with tastings at iconic locations, Mumbai9

    9. Mumbai street food tour with tastings at iconic locations

    4.8· 284 reviews· 3.5 hours

    Approximately four hours, walking and taxi transport — from Chowpatty to Mohammad Ali Road, sampling vegetarian and non-vegetarian street foods along the way.

    This was an excellent introduction to Indian cuisine for us, as we were not familiar with it. Exploring the bustling streets is an experience that should not be overlooked.Richard_S
  7. Private sailing tour of Mumbai at sunrise or sunset, Mumbai10

    10. Private sailing tour of Mumbai at sunrise or sunset

    4.6· 88 reviews· 2 hours

    Ninety minutes on the water — private boat, up to 8 people, views of Mumbai’s skyline and landmarks like Gateway of India and Taj Mahal Palace.

    The sunset sail offered a tranquil and enjoyable experience. I felt well looked after in terms of comfort and safety. I was initially concerned about the cleanliness and crowding of the sea, but it turned out to be neither.Debo189

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