Mumbai

Depending on the tour you choose, you’ll visit landmarks like the Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CST), Marine Drive, Dhobi Ghat, Crawford Market, and more. Some tours also cover offbeat locations, like the fishing village of Koliwada or hidden heritage lanes in Colaba. Each tour is designed to show you a mix of iconic sites and local life.

Although we cannot take responsibility should anything happen, we believe that the places that we visit are very safe. There are a lot of people in Dharavi (approximately one million in an area of 0.7 square miles), and there is a strong police presence in the area. Dharavi is generally full of hard-working, honest people, although for security purposes, we ask you not to take valuables with you on the tour.

In the small alleys, you have to be careful of low-hanging roofs, open drains, and occasionally exposed electric wires. Also, in some of the factories that we visit, there are fumes that can be hazardous.

On select tours like the Mumbai Street Food Tour, yes—plenty of food is included! For other tours, food may not be included, but our guides can recommend the best places to grab a bite after the tour. We always ensure that food options are hygienic, authentic, and safe for international travelers.

We have a strict no-camera policy in order to respect the privacy of the local residents. Dharavi has received a lot of attention from the media, and the residents are very wary of being exploited. The policy may be considered strict, but our relationship with the Dharavi community has been built over a number of years based on mutual respect. We do not wish for even the occasional photo, as it could be incorrectly perceived as our starting to permit general photography on our tours. We can, however, send you a link to Dharavi photos, which can be downloaded. There is also the opportunity to buy postcards at the end of the tour, all profits going to our sister NGO Reality Gives.

Yes, we strongly recommend booking in advance, especially for private or popular tours like the Mumbai by Dawn or Evening Food Tour. This helps us organize transport, guides, and ensure availability on your preferred date. Booking early is especially helpful during weekends and the tourist season (October–March).

We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes and light, breathable clothing. Mumbai can be hot and humid, so bring sunscreen, a hat, and a refillable water bottle. If visiting religious or traditional areas, modest attire is appreciated.