Gateway of India Boat Rides Mumbai
About
Enjoy scenic boat rides from the Gateway of India offering views of the Mumbai skyline, the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, and the vast Arabian Sea. Various options from speed boats to leisure cruises.
Basic Information
Timings
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹100-500 per ride
Best Time to Visit
October to May
Place Type
Experience
How to Reach
Walk from Colaba, located at the Gateway of India dock
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Cuffe Parade (32 m away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Churchgate (1.5 km away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Gateway of India Boat Rides
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Gateway of India Boat Rides
History
Boat services from the Gateway of India have operated since the monument was built in 1924. Today, numerous operators offer recreational cruises alongside the Elephanta ferry service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹100-500 per ride
Type
Experience
Best Time to Visit
October to May
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
Speed boat rides last 15-20 minutes
Sunset cruises are the most popular
You can see dolphins occasionally during the ride
Bargain for boat ride prices
Avoid monsoon season as boats may not operate
Life jackets are provided
Nearby Attractions
Other popular places to visit near Gateway of India Boat Rides
Gateway of India
Monument
Mumbai Harbour Sunset Cruise
Experience
Gateway of India Night View & Colaba Night Walk
Experience
Gateway of India, Colaba
Landmark
Mumbai Harbour Ferry Ride (Gateway to Elephanta)
Experience
Mumbai Harbour Night Cruise
Experience
Royal Bombay Yacht Club
Historical
Sunrise at Gateway of India / Taj
Experience
Taj Mahal Palace Hotel
Historical
Baghdadi Restaurant, Colaba
Restaurant