Take an ethical walking tour of the Dharavi slum on this unique adventure in Mumbai. Follow a guide through Dharavi’s narrow alleyways, where you’re introduced to local residents and their small-scale industries — recycling, ceramics, embroidery, soap making and more — all manufactured by innovative means. Numbers are limited to six people, ensuring an informative experience with a small group. Proceeds from your local tour operator goes back into the local community to support a variety of educational projects.
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David R, 12/16/2025 5:56:20 AM
A unique experience. You can read about Dharavi, see movies but nothing gives you an understanding like spending 2 hours walking through this extraordinary, unbelievably hard working community. Hitesh was a great guide. We will never forget Dharavi and wish it and all it's residents the best future.
sarahbT5827WF, 12/16/2025 2:15:45 AM
Very eye opening experience! Our tour guide Chetan did a great job explaining the local life of the people and showing their businesses while walking through Dharavi. I wouldn’t have gone if the organization wasn’t a NGO where proceeds go back to the community and the amazing school they have set up.
Jessica O, 12/16/2025 1:00:55 AM
We had a fantastic experience with Raj as our tour guide. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and very well organised, making the tours both enjoyable and informative. Raj was flexible with our interests and shared great insights that really brought each place to life. Highly recommend Raj for anyone looking for a smooth, engaging and memorable tour.
lachyl2025, 12/15/2025 2:43:59 AM
Rehana was a really insightful and patient guide. She was able to navigate our questions about living conditions, trade within community, and was very helpful. I highly recommend this tour as it was very eye-opening, giving a look inside how slumdwellers in Dharavi live, operate their worklife and look after their families.
324riyas, 12/15/2025 2:39:19 AM
It was very eye opening and informative. The your guide explained everything in depth the history and current situation. Answered questions and made it interactive.
miamY6895MF, 12/15/2025 2:38:26 AM
loved it, it was very insightful being toured around the slums. if not for our lovely guide i would have been very lost. highly reccomend
Camper60126224068, 12/15/2025 2:38:15 AM
Amazing tour, very insightful and interesting! Our guide was very knowledgeable and was enthusiastic the entire tour.
dipankard764, 12/15/2025 2:29:45 AM
The was an eye opening experience. I am able to understand how people manage to live harmoniously in sucha congested area like Dhravi. How this 600 acres piece of land able to support more than a million people and thousands of small businesses. I am able to understand the things which we are wearing and consume come from. I had great experience with Raj visit this place with alongside my Australian friends.
156claricel, 12/15/2025 2:20:03 AM
The Dharavi tour was an amazingly interesting and eye opening experience. It differed from any environment I’d ever seen before, all the different industries and lives people live within this community was extraordinary and I’d recommend it to everyone visiting Mumbai.
361shayd, 12/15/2025 2:16:15 AM
I highly recommend doing this tour if you visit Mumbai. I was in a small group but felt safe the entire time and the guide was amazing and was able to answer any questions
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Out of respect for its residents, no photography is permitted while in the Dharavi slum
- Please note that dress codes are conservative throughout India; modest and respectful clothing that covers the shoulders and knees is required
- A significant portion of the proceeds from your local tour operator goes back into the local community to support a variety of educational projects
Departure point
The tour begins at the main entrance and ticket office on the West side of the station. To check if you are in the right spot, verify that V-Jai Restaurant and Bakery is opposite and Third Wave Coffee is diagonally opposite.Return details
Take an ethical walking tour of the Dharavi slum on this unique adventure in Mumbai. Follow a guide through Dharavi’s narrow alleyways, where you’re introduced to local residents and their small-scale industries — recycling, ceramics, embroidery, soap making and more — all manufactured by innovative means. Numbers are limited to six people, ensuring an informative experience with a small group. Proceeds from your local tour operator goes back into the local community to support a variety of educational projects.Redemption
• Out of respect for its residents, no photography is permitted while in the Dharavi slum • Please note that dress codes are conservative throughout India; modest and respectful clothing that covers the shoulders and knees is required. Meeting Point 1 | Churchgate Station: If you have chosen to meet at Churchgate, please be there at 9:15 am (if you booked the morning tour) , 11:15 am (for the 12 pm tour) or 1:45 pm (for the afternoon tour.) Churchgate is about a 15 -20 minutes walk from Colaba or 5-10 minutes in a taxi. There are four entrances to Churchgate Station, including two subways. The first photo shows the station as you approach from Colaba and where the entrance is. Once inside the station, go to the book stall about 30 meters before the platforms. Look for the sign saying “Wheeler.” Meeting Point 2 | Mahim Station: If you have selected to meet at Mahim, you will need to be at Mahim Junction Railway station at 10:00 am (morning tour), 12 pm (12 pm tour) or 2:30 pm (afternoon tour), or 3.45pm (evening). We meet at the main entrance and ticket office on the West side of the station (photo 1). To check if you are in the right spot, verify that V-Jai Restaurant and Bakery is opposite and Cafe Coffee Day is diagonally opposite. • Please contact tour operator at +91 9820822253 or at info@realitytoursandtravel.com for any urgent matters24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
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