Top India Volunteer Tours

Learn more about life in Bengaluru on this fascinating guided walk through the Ejipura slum area. Behind the facades you will discover inspiring enterprise and perseverance. Stop at local businesses that have flourished in the area, despite apparent setbacks, and drop in on a local school. Your guide is intimately familiar with Ejipura and proceeds from the tour are returned to the community.

Join us on our signature tour: visiting an inner-city slum; one of Asia's largest. Where resident pride rules over poverty, and comes with beautiful smiles and genuine curiosity. Our tours are expertly led and designed to treat residents with utmost respect: inclusive but never intrusive. Feel safe and secure with Street Tours, your wellbeing, interaction and enjoyment, along with that of the slum dwellers, is our priority. Come curious; leave uplifted.

Exploring a residential community such as Sanjay Colony without local connections can feel confusing or intrusive—and it can be easy to miss the deeper stories behind everyday life. This small-group walking tour is led by a locally connected guide who introduces you to the neighborhood in a respectful, responsible way, offering insight into the people, businesses, and institutions that shape the community. Walk through the area to see family homes, small enterprises, temples, and a local school, while learning about daily life, challenges, and achievements—all from an informed local perspective.

If you’re looking for a fun way to explore Delhi’s highlights—this is it! Avoid the stress of figuring out how to get around the city by having a guide to lead the way. You’ll experience a whole range of local transport including tuk-tuks and pedicabs. Attractions you’ll see include Connaught Place, the Presidential Palace, Humayun’s Tomb, Jama Mosque, and Red Fort. Traveling with a guide means you'll make the most of your time by taking local shortcuts and learning about sights as you travel.

See some of North India's most iconic cities on this private 4-day Golden Triangle tour. Relax in a private air-conditioned vehicle as you travel between Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur. Your driver shares the history of landmarks along the way. See the sunrise over the Taj Mahal, head up to Amber Fort, and explore Jaipur’s City Palace, with guides at each site. Choose 4- or 5-star hotels in each destination.

Hello! I’m Ali, a passionate and experienced licensed tour guide, born and raised in the heart of Dharavi, Mumbai. For years, I’ve been helping travelers uncover the real Mumbai—beyond the postcard images—to experience its raw energy, diverse culture, and incredible people. My tours are not just about sightseeing; they are about storytelling, connections, and authentic experiences. Whether it's exploring the bustling streets of Dharavi, indulging in Mumbai’s famous street food, or diving into the city’s rich history and traditions, I ensure every guest leaves with unforgettable memories.

Explore the lush greenery of Maharashtra Nature Park (MNP) on this guided nature trail, perfect for nature enthusiasts, families, and wildlife lovers. Located in the heart of Mumbai, this urban forest is home to over 300 plant species, diverse birdlife, butterflies, and small mammals. Led by expert naturalists, this immersive experience helps you connect with nature, understand local biodiversity, and witness the ecological transformation of a once-wasteland into a thriving ecosystem. Additionally, learn about the park's historical significance and its role in Mumbai's environmental conservation efforts.

Experience the delights of a traditional desert farm. Wander through the farm, where you can pick Bair,Kair, and Sangri straight from the trees. Sit and enjoy the wonderful atmosphere and great silence whilst you wait for a fresh Lassi or masala chai. We make Lunch from the beans that you have just picked. You can also take home some grains or seasonal vegetable from our farm. which will give you a real taste of local life here in Jaisalmer.

Delhi is full of sights that are hard to leave off a successful itinerary, but visitors can find it challenging to travel from one part of the bustling city to another. On this Delhi tour, let a driver and guide do the legwork, taking you to explore Old and New Delhi attractions. See some of the city’s most popular historical, religious, and political landmarks, and stop for photos at India Gate. A rickshaw ride is included, and a buffet lunch is available with an upgrade.

Discover a different side of Mumbai with this private guided tour of the massive Dharavi Slum, one of the largest in Asia. After pickup from your hotel, airport, or port, travel to the slum by private vehicle and follow your guide to explore the narrow laws, small businesses and industries of Dharavi, including recycling, and learn about the daily lives of the residents.

Learn more about the ordinary people and business that make up a large part of Mumbai on this private walking tour in Dharavi. Tour safely in a part of the city that you’d have trouble accessing independently. Visit a range of innovative businesses, from a soap factory to a recycling center, which operate in these challenging conditions. Also visit Dharavi’s residential areas to appreciate the colorful street art.

Rather than tourist hot spots, if you’d like to learn more about local communities and social issues in Delhi, then this guided tour takes you to a local slum area—the Sanjay Colony. Rather than visiting alone, benefit from having a guide to show you around and introduce you to some of the different professions in the area as well as challenges the local community faces.

Visit the Agra Bear Rescue Center, which is the largest Sloth Bear Rescue Center in the world housing over 250 Sloth Bears. Situated in Sur Sarovar Bird Sanctuary, the area is home to many other species of wildlife too. A personal guided tour around the Center includes a video presentation of the “dancing bears “ and a talk on bear conservation and its challenges in India. Highlights • Close encounters with Sloth Bears • Several other wildlife species • Birds in the sanctuary

See a different side of Mumbai on this walking tour of the Dharavi slum area. Visit the community center and tour the textiles, recycling, and leather tanning businesses run by the local residents. Proceeds from your tour go back into the local community to support a variety of projects on education, health, and livelihood.

Discover the heart of Mumbai through a guided walking tour of Dharavi, Asia's largest slum. This immersive experience reveals the vibrant community, small businesses, and the industrious spirit that characterizes this unique area. Meet local residents and hear their stories while exploring the thriving industries, from pottery and recycling to baking. The tour also highlights the challenges faced by the community and the pride they take in their homes. Join a small group for an intimate experience that fosters understanding and connection with the local culture. - Duration: 2 to 2.5 hours of guided exploration - Engaging local guide fluent in Hindi and English - Visit key sites including Kumbharwada and Dhobi Ghat - Small group sizes ensure a personal and respectful experience

Skip planning hassles on this private 3-day Golden Triangle tour from Delhi. Visit UNESCO World Heritage–listed sites including Agra Fort, Amber Fort, the Qutub Minar, and the Jantar Mantar. See the Taj Mahal at sunrise and explore the Jal Mahal on Jaipur’s Man Sagar Lake. Other highlights include Delhi’s India Gate and Jaipur’s Hawa Mahal, with hotel pickup and private transport included for comfort. Opt for 4- or 5-star hotels.

Discover a different side of Mumbai with this small-group half-day guided tour of the massive Dharavi Slum, one of the largest in Asia. After pickup from your South Mumbai hotel, travel to the slum by private vehicle and follow your driver-guide to see both the residential and commercial side of Dharavi. Afterwards, visit the Dhobi Ghat, and see Asia’s largest open-air laundromat.

Dive into the heart of Old Delhi on this 3-hour tour of the capital’s historic center. Hop on a rickshaw for a thrilling ride around the maze-like streets and alleys, and marvel over landmarks like the mighty Red Fort and Jama Masjid, India’s largest mosque. Stroll through the colorful Khari Baoli spice market; take a peek inside a Sikh temple and a communal kitchen; and stop for tea in the bustling Kinari Bazaar. This is a shared group tour with a maximum of 15 participants.

Travel by fast train round-trip from Delhi to Agra to pack in more sightseeing and spend less time on the road. The Gatimaan Express train gets you to Agra and your local guide and private driver meet you upon arrival. Visit the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Itmad-Ud-Daulah (Baby Taj), and Mehtab Bagh, before returning to Delhi in the evening. Choose the transport and guide option or upgrade to included lunch, entrance fees, and train-class options.

Discover the tranquil beauty of Havelock Island on this two-day escape from Port Blair, featuring an unforgettable semi-submarine coral experience at Elephant Beach. Glide through vibrant underwater landscapes filled with colorful fish and intricate coral formations while remaining dry and comfortable. Spend leisurely hours at Radhanagar Beach, known for its stunning white sands and serene turquoise waters, perfect for relaxation and reflection. This tour also supports local communities through the employment of local guides, ensuring your adventure benefits those who call this paradise home. - Two-day tour from Port Blair to Havelock Island, including hotel stays - Enjoy a semi-submarine ride for a unique underwater view of coral reefs - Relax on Radhanagar Beach, one of India’s most acclaimed shorelines - Private air-conditioned transport provided for convenient pick-up and drop-off

Get to know Mumbai better on a customizable private day tour that includes a range of cultural, historic, and other attractions. Learn more about the people and businesses that make up one of the largest informal settlements in the world, Dharavi, on a walking tour. Get access to this part of the city that’s hard to visit independently. Then, visit other Mumbai highlights, including markets, temples, mosques, and more.

Visit the Dharavi slum area, made famous by the film Slumdog Millionaire, with this tour, designed to give travelers a real insight into life in the neighborhood and lift stereotypes. You'll visit schools, see where people live, work, and play, and get the chance to interact with residents with a professional guide to lead the way.

Known to many as ‘one of the largest slums in Asia’, we prefer to think of Dharavi as Mumbai’s beating heart. This experience is operated by Reality Tours & Travel, a responsible travel social enterprise that reinvests a significant portion of its profits into local community development You will see a wide range of business activities: recycling, pottery-making, embroidery, bakery, soap factory, leather tanning, poppadom-making and many more. We’ll also visit the residential areas. You’ll see the community centre run by our NGO Reality Gives that is funded through profits from the tours. We will pick you up from your hotel and head by car to Dharavi. If you are staying in South Mumbai (eg Colaba, Marine Drive) we will pass by various historical areas of interest and we’ll stop at Dhobi Ghat, the largest open air laundry in the world. If you’re staying in North Mumbai such as Bandra or Juhu, then we will go directly to Dharavi.