- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Well knowledgeable English Speaking Guide
- Private Transportation
- Air-conditioned Vehicle
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Dharavi Slum Tour With Guide
India, Mumbai
Highlight
- Explore the bustling residential area of Dharavi, witnessing daily life in one of Asia's largest slums.
- Visit the recycling area, where you can see the impressive recycling operations that play a crucial role in Mumbai's waste management.
- Experience the vibrant Kumbharwada pottery colony, where skilled artisans create beautiful pottery.
- Enjoy panoramic views from a rooftop, offering a unique perspective of Dharavi and its surroundings.
- Learn about the leather business in Dharavi, a significant industry that contributes to the local economy.
- Duration: 5 hours
- Pickup Time: 9:00 AM & 10:00 AM
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Inclusions
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Exclusions
- Food & Drinks
- Personal Expenses
- Tips & Gratitude
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Description
A Dharavi Slum Tour with Guide offers a unique and eye-opening experience, providing insight into the daily lives and work of the residents of one of Asia's largest slums. The tour typically includes visits to small-scale industries, such as recycling, pottery-making, and leather tanning, as well as residential areas.
Guides often share stories and information about the community, highlighting its resilience, creativity, and challenges. It's a chance to gain a deeper understanding of urban poverty and the informal economy, and to witness the vibrant spirit of Dharavi's residents.Itinerary:
- Hotel Pickup: Your tour begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Mumbai.
- Introduction: Your guide will provide an overview of Dharavi's history, culture, and economy on the way to the slum.
- Residential Area: Explore the residential area, where you'll see the daily life of Dharavi's residents, including their homes and community spaces.
- Recycling Area: Visit the recycling area, where you'll witness the recycling process of materials like plastics, paper, and metals, showcasing Dharavi's recycling industry.
- Kumbharwada Pottery Colony: Experience the Kumbharwada pottery colony, where skilled artisans create pottery using traditional methods, showcasing Dharavi's artistic side.
- Rooftop Views: Enjoy panoramic views of Dharavi from a rooftop, offering a unique perspective of the slum and its surroundings.
- Leather Business: Learn about Dharavi's leather industry, visiting workshops where leather goods are produced, showcasing the entrepreneurial spirit of Dharavi's residents.
- Hotel Drop-Off: After the tour, you'll be dropped off back at your hotel in Mumbai.
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Child Policy
- Infants from ages 0-2 will not be charged, however, they cannot occupy any seat.
- Anyone above the age of 2 years will be charged according to the adult rate.
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Departure & ReturnDeparture Point
From our given pickup area point
DepartsSee Availability
Departure TimePickUp Time Start: 09:00| PickUp Time End: 09:00 | Booking Cutoff: Stop selling at 12:00am, 1 day before travel
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Additional Info
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour therefore only one group can participate in this tour.
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How to Use
No, this is a direct ticket
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Cancellation Policy
Pre-Paid Booking
- To receive a full refund, travelers may cancel up to 24 hours before the experience start date in the local timezone.
- No refunds will be given after that time period.
