Banganga Tank (Banganga Talav) Attractions & Things to do

This is a must do tour of Mumbai with private & Group tour options and so we are flexible with the start time. The Recommended start time is 8am or 9am, but if you wish to start early or late, it is possible.

This Private tour can be customised for tourists who don’t have enough time but want to see the most of Mumbai.

In this tour we offer you a fascinating 'getaway' that gives you a ringside view of the 'madness and magic' of MUMBAI - the living city that 'never sleeps'. The idea behind the tour is for you to experience the city the way locals do, to see Mumbai from an insider’s perspective. We will make sure you experience the real spirit of Mumbai.

Total Tour Duration varies for Different options Selected :
Group tour from colaba - 6 Hours
Private Sightseeing tour (Most Popular) - 6 Hours
City + Dharavi - 7 Hours
City + Elephanta caves : 9 Hours minimum
Mumbai City Tour with Lunch : 7 to 8 hours

Duration: 5 to 6 hours.

In this power packed 4 Day Golden Triangle Tour you will visit most of the major monuments in Mumbai, Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.
Duration: 4 days.

We offer 8 Hrs the best Mumbai guided tour hidden history of Mumbai you will not find in any Books.
This Mumbai tour covers British Monuments, Markets, Laundry, Temples and is led by the best Mumbai Local Tour guide in private car Transfer.

Mumbai (formerly called Bombay) is a densely populated city on India’s west coast. A financial centre, it's India's largest city. On the Mumbai Harbour waterfront stands the iconic Gateway of India stone arch, built by the British Raj in 1924. Offshore, nearby Elephanta Island holds ancient cave temples dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. The city's also famous as the heart of the Bollywood film industry.
Duration: 8 hours.

Welcome to our full-day Mumbai sightseeing tour, an eight-hour journey through this remarkable metropolis. The tour's highlight is Dharavi, one of Asia's largest slums, where you'll witness the strength and unity of its residents. What makes our tour unique is its social responsibility aspect – a significant portion of our profits is reinvested in the Dharavi community, making your visit not just an exploration but a meaningful contribution to their progress.

Beyond Dharavi, we'll explore Mumbai's rich history with visits to iconic landmarks like the Gateway of India and the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus. Mumbai's bustling bazaars .

Customizable and comfortable, our tour provides an immersive experience into Mumbai's heart while making a positive impact on the community.


Duration: 8 hours.

Known to many as ‘one of the largest slums in Asia’, we prefer to think of Dharavi as Mumbai’s beating heart.

Through our educational walking tours, visitors experience a wide range of these business activities: recycling, pottery-making, embroidery, bakery, soap factory, leather tanning, poppadom-making and many more.

We’ll also visit the residential areas of Dharavi. People from all over India have come to live in Dharavi, making it a microcosm of India. Our 2 hour+ introduction to Dharavi aims to give visitors a much more nuanced understanding of life and work in Mumbai slums.

In the afternoon we will show you other, more traditional sights that Mumbai has to offer

This tour is individually designed for you, and you can do and see as little or as much as you please. The tour guide, who also has detailed knowledge of the more traditional sights, will be with you for the day. He/she can give some suggestions for what to see, but ultimately, the itinerary is completely up to you
Duration: 9 hours.

Mumbai Multi Day Tour is the all in one package to visit major part of Mumbai in 3 days within the city's bustling sights and sounds hidden of Mumbai's natural, historical, cultural & Bollywood action that you must see and experience now.

We will take you to the sightseeing places of Mumbai, Markets, Dharavi Slum Area and of course Bollywood studio.

Duration: 3 days.

On this 6-hour private tour, you visit Includes Gateway of India. Dhobi Ghat, Hanging Garden, Mani Bhavan, Marine drive, Drive passes High Court, Prince of Wales Museum, Mumbai University, Flora fountain, Victoria terminus, Banganga tank. The idea behind the tour is for you to experience the city the way locals do and feel the real spirit of Mumbai.
Duration: 6 hours.

This tour is designed to elevate your spiritual journey in Mumbai.

Explore the historic and famous temples in and around city to enhance your travel experience.

Learn about ancient Yogic culture, Indian traditions, importance of spirituality in its true sense.
Duration: 6 to 8 hours.

When your cruise ship docks in Mumbai Port, we will be pleasure to see you & visit our Sweet Mumbai City a "City of Dreams".

Visit famous attractions including Dhobi Ghat, Hanging Garden, Mani Bhavan, Marine Drive, Taj Mahal Palace Hotel and the Gateway of India. Drive past the Bombay High Court, Prince of wales Museum, Mumbai University and Flora fountain. Visit Victoria terminus (CST) for short train ride.

Stops on this guided tour are fully customised, so you’ll be able to spend as much time as at each location. Travel between attractions in your own air-conditioned private car, allowing for full flexibility if you’d like to set your own agenda then you are most welcome.
Duration: 6 to 8 hours.

After you meet up at Regal Cinema-an iconic Art Deco cinema theatre in Colaba, Gufram takes you to relish a glass of hot chai (tea) in a typical Mumbai place. That sets you up for the rest of the absorbing trip through south Mumbai!

Next stop is Sassoon Docks - one of the oldest docks built in 1875. Followed by a visit to observe traditional laundry washing, meeting a resident family in one of the sprawling slums, the fisherfolk's village.

A ride on the Marine Drive and then a history lesson at Gandhi House. And deeper into history with a visit to the ancient Banganga Holy Tank (built in the 12th century).

The holy trail leads to the Jain Temple followed by relaxed moments in the Hanging Gardens and Kamala Nehru Park. And finally to the architectural grandeur of the Victoria Terminus!
Enjoy an absolutely authentic experience, with facts and stories narrated by someone whose life is tightly woven into the soul of this marvellous metropolis. And it all begins with a nice Indian tea
Duration: 6 hours.

This half-day Mumbai tour is strongly recommended for people who have just a few hours in hand and want to explore the fascinating Bollywood city! There is so much to see and do when visiting Bombay. Choose this tour and make your visit a memorable one!
Duration: 4 to 5 hours.

As the oppressive heat of the day evaporates and gives way to cool evening breezes, teenagers, lovers, families and the elderly head out to enjoy the weather. Public seafaces like Marine Drive are crowded with Mumbaikars enjoying the rose-coloured sunset. As some people head home to sleep, others carry out religious duties or work in the markets, factories or call centres. You will also witness the calm of Banganga Tank and a Jain Temple, the chaos of CST station, and the beauty of the city lights by night.
Duration: 3 hours.

You're welcome to take a front or a back seat in the planning of this private tour package! We have the experience and know-how to focus on particular places or areas of personal interest, or to lay out a full itinerary for your enjoyment.

Our favourite route focuses on religion (which is so important to the lives of most Indians) and you learn about Hinduism, Islam and lesser known Jainism. Visually, this is an impressive tour- you will admire the Haji Ali in the middle of the sea, enjoy views from Mahalaxmi Temple, and get a one-of-a-kind perspective of Mumbai (and Marine Drive) from the Hanging Gardens. Dhobi Ghat, the world's largest open-air laundry, as well as the Gandhi museum are also conveniently located en route.

This is a private package tour and customized for you, so you can omit or add anything to the list. Or, if you prefer, we can do a completely different route, that's fine!
Duration: 9 hours.

Mumbai is the cutting-edge cultural capital of India, a scenic seaside city known for its Victorian landmarks and lively street life. Because it’s a sprawling metropolis, it can be difficult for first-timers to navigate the city. But this tour includes all transportation, letting you tick off the main highlights in a single excursion. Hotel pickup adds extra convenience, and your own private guide means plenty of personal attention.

Fully customizable private tour of Mumbai's top attractions

Set your own itinerary: choose from multiple locations

Cover the highlights of Mumbai in a single day

Hotel pickup and drop-off included in an air-conditioned car
Duration: 2 days.

Explore the best of Mumbai on this Night tour of Mumbai. Visit places which would be lost in Daytime noises of Mumbai, you will be surprised at how different this places of Interest are at night. On this trip you will be visiting Colaba, Gateway of India, Banganga, Marine Drive, & CST Train Station. This tour is ideal for people who are busy during the day time and wish to explore the city at Night.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Say Good morning to Mumbai and see the unseen activities of Mumbai during the early hrs from Fish market with a fresh catch auctions to flower market and much more !

Walk through chaotic streets with a personal guide and learn about India's  food culture. Experience the dizzy pace of daily life as you snack on tasty morsels while exploring the city’s rich heritage.
Duration: 3 to 4 hours.

A walk around Mumbai’s most sacred spot - the Banganga Tank, ringed by temples, monasteries, graveyards, pilgrims’ inns and much more. This mini-Benaras will introduce you to the spiritual side of the city including the pantheon of Hindu Gods and the myths and legends that surround them.
Duration: 2 hours.

A Mumbai tour guide is a person who provides guided tours of the city of Mumbai, India. They are knowledgeable about the city's history, culture, and attractions, and can provide valuable insights and information to visitors. They often lead groups of tourists to various points of interest, such as historical landmarks, museums, and cultural attractions, and provide commentary and information along the way. A Mumbai tour guide can help visitors make the most of their time in the city and learn more about its rich history and culture.
Duration: 6 to 7 hours.

The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.

Now enjoy Mumbai's highlights even during the rush hours with a motorcycle accompanied by a Young local Mumbai guide, this tour features sightseeing of historical monuments, park, famous buildings and much more in Mumbai.

 

This motorbike tour will start from your location in Mumbai. You will wear helmet and get ready to feel the wonderful city in the world with your Young local guide, who will take you to all highlights of Mumbai such as the a UNESCO world heritage building site Victoria Terminus Train Station, Municipal Corporation Mumbai Building, Gateway of India, The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, the Bombay University, Rajabai Clock Tower, Oval Cricket Ground, Gandhi's House, the Girgaun Chowpatty Beach, Hanging Garden, Kamla Nehru Park, Dhobighat, etc. there will be no meals included in the tour, but lunch break will be provided, after the tour you will be safely dropped back to your hotel.
Duration: 5 hours.

This tour is designed for Social Media friendly people, now lit up your Instagram with amazing clicks around the famous landmarks and monuments in Mumbai. In this tour, we have kept in mind how important it is for a few of us to keep up with our social media on different platforms. This takes us around the most visited places on Instagram of the city and experiences with regards to local cuisine, culture, history, lifestyle & markets.

This tour is different from your regular city tour as this tour takes you to places that are famous on social media and offers a beautiful backdrop for your clicks. The buildings we have selected in this tour have a unique architecture flavor having Victorian-Indian, Victorian-Greek & Maratha origin.

Visit a small Getto neighborhood which is colored in flamboyant and vibrant art by the local known as Mahim Art District.


Duration: 8 hours.

Mumbai is a melting pot of various religions and cultures. This metropolitan offers some of the well-preserved temples in Western India. Explore the cosmopolitan culture of maximum city, visit some of the lesser spoken neighborhood in Mumbai.

Tour starts with pick up from hotel, you explore not only captivating architecture, but also get involved in various religious, cultures and traditions at multiple temples.

Your travel buddy would share the significance of each temple and its deity. You will explore temples from 4 different religions; Hinduism, Jainism, Christianity and Islam. You would be also visiting an age-old Ghat having a strong resemblance to once found in Varanasi in the heart of the city.

Each temple has a different tale to tell, and follows a unique culture, get acquainted with the help of your travel buddy.

Also, do try Mumbai street food, do ask your travel buddy for recommendations.
Duration: 8 hours.

Enjoy a unique tour where you will experience Mumbai with all your five senses.
This tour will give an intimate understanding of how Mumbai has developed from a small fishing village to a major city in the past centuries.
Learn about the fishermen, the original inhabitants of Mumbai, by visiting a local fishing village and the Sassoon Dock, a wholesale fish market. Witness the amazing “lunch box” system and watch the dabawallas in action. At Banganga Tank, you will see how the city looked a century ago. Visit a Hindu temple, where you will see a religious ceremony.

Highlights:
Visit offbeat and fascinating sites
Enjoy a Home visit
Visit a fishing village right in the heart of the city
Interact with local people
Witness a religious ceremony in a Hindu temple
Duration: 4 hours.

The tour shows you the essence of Mumbai in just 10 hours by exploring more than 12 important landmarks. It adds to one’s limited knowledge derived from Google covering the major attractions in Mumbai. It is important to note that the tour is often reviewed as more content-driven and structured in comparison to others, because of the validity of its facts. These stories and facts that are a result of word-of-mouth style of passing on knowledge from our guide. After your pick up from the centrally located hotels in Mumbai, you will proceed towards this exclusive City tour of Mumbai to know the real history behind all these monuments and to explore the culture along with the lifestyle of this wonderful city. You can enjoy a quick walk at Marine Drive and Girgaum Chowpatty. The tour ends by dropping the guests at their respective hotels in Mumbai.
Duration: 8 hours.

If you have just a day and want to experience the essence of Mumbai, this tour is for you! Explore the city's historical, cultural and rural heritage across three diverse precincts, getting a taste of more city flavours as you travel around from one to another.
Duration: 4 hours.

Explore Mumbai sightseeing using Public Transport with English Speaking Guide and learn about Mumbai local life.
Duration: 6 hours.

Experience the enchanting blend of culture, history, and vibrant life on the Mumbai Magic full-day city tour. Beginning at 9:00 AM, explore the iconic Gateway of India, a testament to Mumbai's rich heritage. Cruise along Marine Drive, soaking in breathtaking vistas of the Arabian Sea. Discover serenity at the Hanging Gardens and ancient mystique at Banganga. Delve into Mahatma Gandhi's legacy at Mani Bhawan and witness the bustling energy of Dhobi Ghat. After a delectable lunch, immerse yourself in art and history at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya before wandering through the eclectic Kala Ghoda Art district. Your journey concludes with cherished memories as you're dropped off at your hotel, encapsulating the magic of Mumbai's diverse tapestry.
Duration: 6 to 9 hours.

Luxury Mumbai Package including Stay in 5 Star Hotel + Private Airport Transfers + Private Full day Highlights of Mumbai Sightseeing Tour
The Travelers can also change the itinerary of day 2 to day 1
Duration: 2 days.

Set off on an exciting journey through Mumbai with our Dawn Tour! Imagine starting your day at iconic spots like the Gateway of India, feeling the energy of the city waking up. Explore bustling places like Sasoon Dock and the Oval Maidan, where cricket lovers gather. Dive into history at Mumbai University and marvel at the stunning Rajabai Clock Tower. Then, Sit along the beautiful Marine Drive and take in the ocean views. Experience peace at the serene Banganga Tank and Jain Temple, and enjoy the greenery at Hanging Gardens and Kamla Nehru Park. Don't miss the vibrant culture at Dhobi Ghat and Dadar Flower Market! Throughout the tour, relax with amenities like bottled water, AC vehicles, and WiFi. With private transport and all fees included, our Dawn Tour promises an unforgettable adventure in Mumbai as the city wakes up!
Duration: 4 to 5 hours.

Enjoy an efficient, one-day tour of Mumbai accompanied by an experienced English-speaking guide!

Mumbai, also known by its former name Bombay, is the capital city of the Indian state of Maharashtra. Overlooking the blue expanse of the Arabian Sea, the city of stars, Mumbai is Maharashtra’s sweetheart. Amidst its cosmopolitan crowd, there still exists a world that is connected with a rich history that can undoubtedly, win every heart. Right from the holy sites to often crowded beaches, from colorful bazaars to happening nightlife and from skyscrapers to high-end hotels, Mumbai is filled with attractions that you cannot miss. The city is also a land of contrast that is adorned with colonial architecture on one side and houses one of Asia’s biggest slums on the other side.

Your guide will also tell you more than any guidebook. There are layers of history in Mumbai.

Note*: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.
Duration: 6 hours.

>TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
• Chowpatty Beach
• Marin Drive
• CST Station
• Banganga Tank
• Jain Temple
• Kamala Nehru Park
• Antilia Home
• Kamathipura (Red-Light Area)

 
Duration: 4 hours.

Explore the iconic landmarks of Mumbai, including the Gateway of India, Marine Drive, and the Taj Mahal Palace. Immerse yourself in the rich history and breathtaking architecture of the city.
Duration: 4 hours.

Our Friendly well experienced English Speaking Guide who is Born up & Rise up there and still lives at Banganga Residence.

Visiting Banganga Tank provides an exceptional opportunity to submerge yourself in the history of the city, and learn about how it evolved from seven sparsely populated islands to the bustling metropolis it is today. Banganga Walkeshwar Walk is flanked by a narrow street lined with temples, homes, and dharamsalas (religious rest houses). It forms the route of the holy parikrama, a walk around the tank on foot, which Hindus believe to have immense purifying benefits. There’s also a dhobi ghat which is Mumbai’s most famous open-air laundry.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

This Private Sightseeing Tour That starts from your hotel will provide the New Travellers with an opportunity to understand and Explore the City's Rich Culture, History and the Reality of Slums in Mumbai, through Visit inside Asia's Largest Slum And the iconic landmarks and attractions in old Bombay. Explore the neighbourhood with Gateway of India, Taj Palace Hotel, Bombay High court & University, Walk through the busy Crawford market than to Baan Ganga the Temple complex. You can learn About Hinduism.

This comprehensive introduction to Mumbai, with its easy hotel pickup and drop-off service, can make it a hassle-free tour that maximizes your time in the city. Altogether, this tour will offer you a great way to explore Mumbai in 7 hours, with the added benefit of an Local guide to provide valuable insights and local recommendations.
Duration: 7 hours.

First-time visitors to Mumbai will enjoy this comprehensive overview of the dawn cultural, and spiritual highlights. Make the most of one day in Mumbai or get a more extended stay off to a good start with this thorough introduction. In this tour, we will provide travelers with an immense view of Mumbai with local authenticity and experience.
Duration: 6 hours.

The City That Never Sleeps.

Mumbai is perhaps the only city in India which is truly open 24 hours a day. Mumbai stays awake long after the rest of India has gone to bed, so no matter what time of night you venture out, you are bound to find some fun.

On this tour you can rock on until the wee small hours, and get your very own piece of the action with the help of an experienced guide.

Hordes of middle-class men and women throng towards Victoria Terminus train station to catch a train back to their homes. Hundreds of lovers head towards romantically lit beautiful gardens with musical fountains. Families head towards the beach to experience street food at the beach food courts and kids play in the sand.

In this night tour, you get to the experience the other side of Mumbai. The nightlife out here is never-ending. There is always something fun to do or something serene to experience. The Banganga Tank, Jain Temple, Hanging Garden, Kamala Nehru Park, Antilia Building and many more.

Duration: 4 hours.

Enjoy a 4-hour tour of Mumbai accompanied by an experienced English-speaking guide!

Mumbai, also known by its former name Bombay, is the capital city of the Indian state of Maharashtra. Overlooking the blue expanse of the Arabian Sea, the city of stars, Mumbai is Maharashtra’s sweetheart. Amidst its cosmopolitan crowd, there still exists a world that is connected with a rich history that can undoubtedly, win every heart. Right from the holy sites to often crowded beaches, from colorful bazaars to happening nightlife and from skyscrapers to high-end hotels, Mumbai is filled with attractions that you cannot miss. The city is also a land of contrast that is adorned with colonial architecture on one side and houses one of Asia’s biggest slums on the other side.

Your guide will also tell you more than any guidebook. There are layers of history in Mumbai.

Note*: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary.
Duration: 4 hours.