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A must do with this guide
I had an amazing visit of the slums with Abhi. A real nice visit with lots of explanations of real life in the slums, visit of its economic activities and personal life circumstances
Dharavi Small-Group Mumbai - Walking Tour with Guide and Optional Add-ons
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $40 / person
- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 103 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 10
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Mystical Mumbai
Description
Visit Dharavi Slum, the setting for the movie Slumdog Millionaire, and experience what life is like in India’s most substantial slum dwelling where there is so much more than meets the eye. You will leave both surprised and inspired after this incredible journey. Sign up for this popular tour today, and you will leave this experience with a new-found appreciation of the human spirit.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10 times a day, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Adult (ages 0–0)
- $40
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $51.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:10 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Dharavi
Home to nearly 1 million residents, Dharavi is the third largest slum in the world. During this half-day guided tour you will get to go inside the slum to see how the residents live and work. There is a Strong sense of community that exists in Slum, you will wind through the slum’s narrow alleyways and be greeted by friendly locals who live in Slum . Walk through narrow lanes and by-lanes taking in the wafting aromas from local bakeries and sweet shops. Exotic smells from soap and cosmetic making units are bound to make some heads turn. Dime sized cyber cafes, locals brushing past, mass-producing tailor shops all make up for an exciting trip. Friendly locals and enthusiastic tiny tots waving from their roof tops and balconies simply add in a touch of regular life being lived here. Continue on the show and tell tour listening to stories from your guide as you arrive at Kumbharwada, in Dharavi. Known to be the face of India’s largest slum dwelling, The tour through the slum's narrow alleys is quite an adventure, you will undoubtedly feel the strong sense of community and the special spirit that exists here. Dharavi became famous through the worldwide hit movie 'Slumdog Millionaire' in 2008. Visit Kumbharwada, an area occupied by traditional potters hailing from Gujarat. This large settlement set up in 1930s is a testimony of communal clay pits and kilns that have stood the test of time and witnessed hardships. In tandem with Brazil’s Favela, Dharavi and Mahim will leave a mark in your hearts and minds.. Sign up for this popular tour today and you will leave this experience with a new-found appreciation of the human spirit.
What's included
Included
It is Group Tour
Local Guide
Not included
Lunch
Pickup Locations & Times
we pick up from your accommodation
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
103 reviews
How it compares in Mumbai
- Starting price $40 is close to the typical $40 for tours of similar length in Mumbai
Excurgo comparison of 957 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that dress codes are conservative throughout India; modest and respectful clothing that covers the shoulders and knees is recommended
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Tour Guides are college student live in Dharavi Slum which help them with their studied.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Dharavi Small-Group Mumbai - Walking Tour with Guide and Optional Add-ons lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $40 per person for this Mumbai experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $51. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 10 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. we pick up from your accommodation Pickup points include OYO 28293 Hotel Blh, OYO 6428 K F Residency.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 103 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Mystical Mumbai.
Reviews(103)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3
Highly recommend!!
Abeshek and Mukesh did a terrific job on making us feel comfortable and immersing us in the local environment. They gave lots of opportunity to take photos and this is the best tour in Mumbai we have done so far. Mukesh was a great driver and helped explain a lot of things!
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Slum tour
Nice tour, great guide. Ankit was the best tourguide. Would recommend this tour to others. Last minute, but they did everything good.
1 people found this helpful
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Great experience in Mumbai with Raj
Excellent explanation and help to find our way in the city. Nice to learn the ins and outs from a local expert, Raj. Very helpful and very kind.
Operator response
Dear gillg, Thank you so much for writing a review for us. We are glad that you enjoyed the dharavi slum with Mystical Mumbai .
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Unique Experience in Dharavi (Mumbai)
The quality of this experience really depends on the experience of the guides. We were lucky to have Mukesh (driver) and Abhishek (local guide) who are neighbors, grew up and still reside in Dharavi. So, they really showed us the areas, both the industrial and the residential sides in details. It was a great learning experience and very happy to see how they are and to live independently in such challenging conditions. We felt safe to follow the guide through the various dark and narrow walkways that we would not recommend anyone to attempt on their own. There is a leather shop (Dharavi) that did tannery and produced some nice local products that would make a great souvenir and a good way to support their spirit. It is a unique experience and I personally highly recommended it. However, please note that some people (not I personally) had considered that the 2-hour duration was too long.
Operator response
Dear Paul, Thank you so much for writing a review for us. We are glad that you enjoyed the slums of mumbai with Mystical Mumbai .
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Dharavi through the eyes of a local
Abhishek was a great, welcoming guide to Dharavi! Seeing the neighborhood through the eyes of a local was a valuable experience for me.
Operator response
Dear sir, Thank you so much for writing a review for us. We are glad that you enjoyed dharavi slum tour with Mystical Mumbai .
L
Everything was wonderful
Abhishek's tour was really unique and he explained everything very clearly. I felt completely at ease during the whole tour and I got a lot of impressions of life in the slums. His English is excellent and he is a really nice guy! I would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to get an authentic impression :) Thank you!
Operator response
Dear Lisa, Thank you so much for writing a review for us. We are glad that you enjoyed the Dharavi slum tour with Mystical Mumbai .
P
Day Tour Mumbai
Dev our guide was excellent on our day tour of Dharavi Slum and main sights of Mumbai. Very friendly and informative. Would highly recommend this company
7
Wonderful tour
We had a brilliant experience exploring Dharavi with a very friendly guide (Dinesh), answering any questions and showing us different industries.
Operator response
“Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We will share this with the store team to let them know to keep up the amazing work.”
M
Dharavi slum tour
The tour was definitely worth it, is a must see place. Our tour guide Shailesh was excellent, explained us in very good english the details about the slum , walked us through and showed us the places of both life and business within the slum. Organisation was perfect, everything on time. I can highly recommend.
Operator response
Hi, Mirosla, thank you so much for taking the time to provide feedback!”
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