Starting Point : Harkesh Nagar Okhla Metro Station Gate-2 Experience Duration : 1 Hours 30 Minutes Fitness Level : Easy to Moderate Language : English, Hindi Minimum Age : 5 Maximum Age : 80 Group Size : 1-12
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Join a two-hour educational walk through Sanjay Colony, a lively slum in Delhi.Led by local guides from the community, this tour offers a unique look into everyday life in their neighborhood. Located near the Bahá'í Lotus Temple and ISKCON Hare Krishna Temple, Sanjay Colony spans 25 acres and is home to around 50,000 people.Once forest land, it’s now a bustling area with small industries like garment recycling, automotive parts, and electronics. This experience challenges stereotypes and shares real-life stories of resilience, work, and community spirit.Visit a Hindu temple and a mosque, highlighting the area's rich cultural and religious diversity. Despite the challenges, Sanjay Colony thrives with strong unity and hope.

Experience Highlights

Highlight Icon Vibrant community: Experience togetherness and spirit.
Highlight Icon Local industries: See garment making and small-scale work.
Highlight Icon Meet residents: Hear stories from people who live there.
Highlight Icon Diverse culture: Visit a Hindu temple and a mosque.
Highlight Icon Safe & respectful: Guided walk with locals from the area.

Know Before You Go

Bullet Point Black Icon Wear comfortable closed-toe walking shoes
Bullet Point Black Icon Some areas can be dusty or muddy, especially during monsoon
Bullet Point Black Icon Respect local customs; modest clothing is required
Bullet Point Black Icon No photography is allowed during the walk to protect privacy
Bullet Point Black Icon Carry sunscreen and a bottle of water

Tour Duration: 1.5-2 Hours 

Itineraries

Welcome and Introduction at the meeting point

Meeting point for Slum Tour Harkesh Nagar Okhla Metro Station Gate-2 The easiest way to reach the meeting point is by taking the Violet Line metro . The meeting point is Harkesh Nagar Okhla Metro Station, Exit from Gate-2. Your guide will be waiting for you there.

Local industries: See garment making and small-scale work

Meet residents: Hear stories from people who live there

We’ll explore vibrant street art and dive into the stories behind the artists and their creations.

Roof Top View of the Colony

Meet residents: Hear stories from people who live there.

Visit a school in sanjay colony

The End

Wrap up the tour with a brief recap and farewell.
Share your experiences and ask any final questions.

What's Included

Correct Icon 2-hour educational walk
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Correct Icon Local community guide
Correct Icon Visit to a Hindu temple and a mosque
Correct Icon Insight into local industries
Correct Icon Rooftop view
Correct Icon Visit to a local house

What's Not Included

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All tours are led by local guides from the Sanjay Colony community who offer authentic insights and personal stories.

Please wear modest clothing—no sleeveless tops, low-cut shirts, or short shorts. Comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes are also recommended.

This tour aims to break stereotypes, raise awareness, and offer a deeper understanding of life in urban slums, guided by voices from within the community itself.

No. Photography is not allowed on this tour to protect the privacy and dignity of the residents.

The group size typically ranges from 2 to 5 participants, depending on the season.

No, the tour does not include visits inside private homes, in order to respect the residents' personal space.

The tour concludes at the same meeting point.

Pick-up and drop-off services are available upon request within certain areas of New Delhi for an additional cost of INR 8000.

Yes, our tours are safe for everyone.

Yes, you can book a private experience starting at INR 21,000. Per person fee will be charged, if participants exceed the minimum booking amount of INR 21,000.

The tour typically lasts around 2- 2.5hours, though it may vary slightly based on the number of participants.

Yes, we offer a variety of tours and experiences in Delhi as well as trips throughout India. Please visit our homepage for more details.

Yes, you can reschedule your tour up to 7 days before the tour date. No rescheduling is possible thereafter, and no refunds will be provided.

If you cancel at least 7 days before the experience or tour start time, you will receive a full refund. Alternatively, you can cancel within 24 hours of booking if the booking is made more than 48 hours before the start time.

Yes, you can reschedule your experience up to 7 days before the experience date. No rescheduling is possible thereafter, and no refunds will be provided.

Yes, transportation options like taxis, Uber, Ola cabs, and Bule Smart are readily accessible.

Yes, the tour is safe and conducted in a respectful, non-intrusive manner. Our guides ensure your comfort and safety throughout.

No, food and drinks are not included. We recommend bringing your own water bottle.

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