- Dharavi - The tour starts with a pick up from your hotel in Mumbai in a private air-conditioned vehicle. You will be driven to Dharavi, one of the largest slums in Asia. We prefer to think of this area as Mumbaiâs beating heart. It houses about one million of Mumbaiâs inhabitants and its industries have an annual turnover of approximately US $665 million.
On this two and half hour guided walking tour, you will visit the residential areas of Dharavi. People from all over India have come to live in Dharavi, making it a microcosm of the country. This diversity is apparent in the temples, mosques, churches and pagodas that stand side by side. Youâll also visit a community center for the residents. While touring, see a wide range of business activities: recycling, pottery-making, embroidery, baking, leather tanning, poppadom-making and more done by locals. Upon conclusion of the tour, you will be driven back to your hotel in Mumbai.
- English-speaking local guide
- Assortment of snacks
- Two bottles of mineral water daily
- Dharavi Slum factories tour
- Private air-conditioned transport
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Mumbai
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Dharavi is one of the largest slums in Asia. It is known as Mumbai’s beating heart. On this guided two and half hour walking tour, you will see the residential areas of Dharavi and see how this diverse group of people co-exist in tight spaces. Also, explore the narrow lanes, shops and industries in this unique part of Mumbai. You’ll visit a local community center that is funded by the proceeds of your tour.
Highlights
- 2.5-hour walking tour of the famous Dharavi .
- Visit a local community center, funded by proceeds from your tour
- Tour the residential areas
- Explore the narrow lanes, shops, and industries
- Pickup reconfirmation is required upon booking.
- Your tour guide is sensitive to the issues and concerns surrounding slums and understands that this tour may not be suitable for everyone. Guides strongly believe that the purpose of this tour is for educational reasons alone and allows for a better understanding of Indian life inside Dharavi.
- Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
