Private Tour in Mumbai Slum with Sightseeing
Description
Welcome to our full-day Mumbai sightseeing tour, an eight-hour journey through this remarkable metropolis. The tour's highlight is Dharavi, one of Asia's largest slums, where you'll witness the strength and unity of its residents. What makes our tour unique is its social responsibility aspect – a significant portion of our profits is reinvested in the Dharavi community, making your visit not just an exploration but a meaningful contribution to their progress. Beyond Dharavi, we'll explore Mumbai's rich history with visits to iconic landmarks like the Gateway of India and the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus. Mumbai's bustling bazaars . Customizable and comfortable, our tour provides an immersive experience into Mumbai's heart while making a positive impact on the community.
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Dharavi is the largest slum in India. We would love to give you an educational insight of the area, by visiting different neighborhoods and discussing everyday life and social issues of the locals. People in Dharavi are very friendly and welcoming. We start our tour from the working district where you will be able to see locals engaged in different professions and jobs and other half we will tour the residential area. We intent to dispel the negative image of the slum and plan to put part of the profits from tour for social activities.
It's one of the world's largest outdoor laundry facilities, a vibrant open-air spectacle. Each wash pen is color-coded and passed down through generations, making it a family business. Featured in Bollywood films, it's a cultural landmark. Dhobis use eco-friendly methods, drying clothes in the open air.
Antilia, located in the heart of Mumbai, is a modern architectural marvel and one of the world's most expensive private residences.
According to legend, Lord Rama stopped here to quench his thirst by shooting an arrow into the ground, creating the tank. The name "Banganga" is derived from the words "Ban" (arrow) and "Ganga" (river).
Jainism is a minority religion, but it has a profound influence on India's culture and philosophy, emphasizing a commitment to non-violence and spiritual enlightenment as the path to liberation from the cycle of birth and death.
Mani Bhavan stands as a living testament to Mahatma Gandhi's legacy and his tireless efforts to achieve India's independence through non-violence and civil disobedience. It's a must-visit for anyone interested in India's history and the life of this iconic leader.
Crawford Market is not just a place to shop; it's a historical landmark that reflects the cultural and commercial diversity of Mumbai, and it remains an essential destination for those seeking a true taste of the city's life and vitality.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus is not just a transportation hub; it's an architectural gem and a living testament to Mumbai's rich history and colonial legacy, attracting visitors from around the world.
The Gateway of India stands as a symbol of Mumbai's history, independence, and the city's grandeur. It's a must-visit spot for anyone exploring the vibrant and diverse city of Mumbai.
The park is famed for its distinctive layout, which resembles a giant shoe, representing the footwear of Mother Earth. From the top of the "shoe," visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the city, including the iconic Marine Drive.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(232)
Very good, explained very clearly! The tour is very friendly, the whole journey will not be too hasty and will also make me ask questions, great
Sufiyan was an incredible tour guide. Mumbai was our first city, and he made us feel very welcome as we learned a great deal of history + interesting stories about each stop we visited. The slum tour was a highlight. Sufiyan expertly guided us through the narrow streets while explaining the differences found in each area. He introduced us to life within the community and catered to our groups needs (coffee, fruit from the market, lunch). We especially enjoyed the market and train rides all because of Sufiyan. If you can, would highly recommend trying to book with him!
Great tour that introduces you to the city's great sites. Sunil is an excellent guide, very accommodating and knowledgeable, with a great sense of humor. The highlight of this trip was the slums, and he guided us through the many narrow alleys with ease. I recommend sensible clothing for this trip, enclosed shoes, and definitely not a good idea for ladies to wear short shorts. A good trip to take, regardless of how much time you have in Mumbai.
Fantastic and informative experience. Tour guide Jana is phenomenal ! Extremely knowledgeable, personable, showed and taught us ALOT and gave us an incredible opportunity to experience the culture! This tour with Jana is a must! Driver Vasim is an expert negotiating Mumbai traffic. This tour is Highly recommended!
Our guide Abhi made our day in Mumbai one of the best experiences we have ever had in this incredible city. He showed us some hidden gems in Mumbai that we didn't even know existed !! The highlight was a tour of the Dharvi Slums - such an amazing story and Abhi's tour through the slums was informative and eye opening in so many ways. We would highly recommend doing this tour - and make sure you ask for Abhi !!
Having completed the food tour with jitu, we booked onto his slum tour also…it was such an experience that I will remember forever. Such an eye-opening way of life, he were able to ask so many questions and understand the way of life here. Really insightful. Thank you. I would say this is an absolute MUST do!
Great experience. It gives you a different perspective in life. I see humanity and happy kids in there. They don't get to choose where they were born, but I like the positive energy and attitudes they have. Hopefully, one day they will make it out. I'm also glad to hear that slum rebuilding project has started. So there is still hope. Sajid was a great guide. He is knowledgeable and fun to chat with. He explained there are two sects of Jains. Both are devoted. Wasim, our driver, he said his manager is the third kind - extra devoted when there is a problem in life.
Really good tour we had the best time with bala he answered all of our questions and explained everything the highlight was the slums
Amazing tour. Bala was an excellent guide with extensive knowledge of Mumbai and surrounding areas. Highly recommended.
Could have not asked for a better tour guide, Sajid was spectacular. He was very knowledgeable, explained everything very well and we covered a lot of areas within the slum. From the plastic recycling industry, to residential areas, schools and markets. I felt very safe along the way and would strongly recommend
