Mumbai: Dharavi Slum 2-Hour Walking Tour
ID: GYG49380-66610
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore one of the world's largest slum dwellings at the colorful Dharavi neighborhood in Maharashtra, Mumbai. Get an insider's perspective on the strong sense of community. Stroll down the narrow alleyways for a true urban adventure.
Meet your guide for a walk through one of the world's largest slums. Discover the narrow alleys of Dharavi on an urban adventure like no other.
Feel the strong sense of community present in the neighborhood, where between 700,000 to a million people are said to live. Get a feel for the special spirit that still exists here. Dharavi became world-famous through the 2008 worldwide hit movie "Slumdog Millionaire."
Discover a wide range of activities in the legendary mini-city, including a plastic recycling center, leather works, pottery workshops and places where papadums are baked. See the schools and churches used by the residents, and places where soap is made.
Don't expect to find extreme poverty on your walk though Dharavi. Go beyond the stereotypical beliefs on a tour that will inspire you in your own daily life.
Highlights
- Visit the slum dwelling where the hit movie "Slumdog Millionaire" was made
- Experience the diverse range of communities in the Dharavi area
- Learn about the different trades, such as recycling of vegetable oil cans and dye production
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please remember to bring a water bottle and a hat/cap
• Please dress modestly
• The taking of photos is strictly prohibited
• Your guide will be wearing a purple shirt with a footprint logo on it
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Meet at Café Coffee Day opposite Mahim Railway Station, Tulsi Pipe Road, Mumbai.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
