Dharavi Slum Tour With Guide

5.0/5
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
  • Inclusions
    • Hotel pickup and drop off
    • Well knowledgeable English Speaking Guide
    • Private Transportation
    • Air-conditioned Vehicle
    • All Fees & Taxes

     

  • Exclusions
    • Food & Drinks
    • Personal Expenses
    • Tips & Gratitude
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Departure & Return
    Departure Point

    From our given pickup area point

    Departs

    See Availability

    Departure Time

    PickUp Time Start: 09:00| PickUp Time End: 09:00 | Booking Cutoff: Stop selling at 12:00am, 1 day before travel

  • 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.
  • How to Use

    No, this is a direct ticket

  • 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.
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