Mumbai Dharavi Slum Walking Tour
- A 2 hour guided tour to discover a place that's alive with small scale industries and small residences
- Experience a wide range of businesses growing and thriving within the small are and see local commerce at work
- Gain a more insight on the various commercial transactions that take place within the area enjoy a local lunch afterwards!
- Feel the community spirit as you walk by the narrow alleys of Dharavi, and see how lives are lived everyday
- An English speaking guide will give you valuable information about the local culture and daily life
Options
Join In Tour + Car Transfers (Group of 2-4)
Inclusions
English-speaking guide
Join in walking tour
Car transfer fit for 2-4 passengers
Additional Info
Participants must be aged 5+ to participate in this activity
Child ticket: Age 5-11
Children must be accompanied by an adult
This tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
No photography is permitted while in the Dharavi slum. All cameras and mobile phones are to be kept away in your bag or pocket
The included lunch in select packages will have vegetarian options only
Please note: Lunch is only available during the morning tour at 9:30
Vehicle Options:
Car (fits up to 4 passengers): Toyota Etios, Maruti Swift Dzire or similar
Van (fits up to 6 passengers): Toyota Innova or similar
Please note: For car riders, we recommend to only have 3 people riding inside for comfortable and spacious seating
Walking shoes
What's included in Mumbai Dharavi Slum Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- [Departure] pick up. You can choose to depart at the following times: 09:00, 12:30, 15:00. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking,.Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance
- [Attraction/experience] Dharavi, Your guide will take you through the alleys of Dharavi to see local industries. See friendly locals and tiny tots waving from their rooftops and balconies
- [Attraction/experience] Dharavi, Learn how the chain of recycling works from sourcing, to treatment, to reselling and about the local papad industry
- [Attraction/experience] Dharavi, Enjoy an authentic local vegetarian lunch (optional)
- [Return] Shuttle included
Our Favourites
Mumbai's Dharavi Slum is more than what meets the eye. Once your initial apprehensions are cast aside, you can open your eyes to a growing hive of life, living, and small businesses. Upon meeting your guide, you will head into Dharavi, where you will be able to experience the every day ongoings of this unique area. Numerous small businesses are thriving in every corner, from exotic soaps and handmade cosmetics, to pottery and textiles. Throughout your walk, you'll see how everyday life plays out with the members of the community within it. You'll see how they go to work, make their food, go home, and interact with everyone around them in this community. Along the way, you'll also learn the value of recycling. You'll see sourcing, treatment and reselling in the recycling process. It's a truly eye-opening experience in Mumbai.
