Experience Day Trips in Mumbai with Withlocals

"I had the absolute pleasure of having Gautum as my tour guide during my visit to India, and I couldn’t recommend him highly enough. As a foreigner, traveling in a new country can sometimes feel overwhelming, but Gautum went above and beyond to make sure I felt comfortable and taken care of at all times. From the moment the tour started, he was incredibly attentive, ensuring I was well and fully enjoying the experience. His knowledge about the culture, history, and local traditions was truly impressive, and he made every stop on the tour feel meaningful and exciting. What stood out the most was his genuine care for my well-being, constantly checking in to see if I needed anything and making adjustments to the itinerary when needed. Thanks to Gautum, my trip to India was unforgettable. He is not just a guide but also a great companion who ensures his clients have the best experience possible. I would give him 10/10 without hesitation. If you’re looking for a tour guide who will treat you like family while showing you the best of India, Gautum is the one!"

"Gautam its a very gentle, helpful,accomodating guide. We did the Elephanta caves tour, he was very attentive of me among the crowds. He also explained very well every important aspect of the tour. My only dissapointment was the careless way such an amazing place is treated by locals and the Government which its the actual responsible for such a beatiful World Heritage place."

"Purvi is a topclass tour guide. She is very friendly, spontaneous, supportive and highly knowledgeable. Perfect company to discover India (In my case Mumbai - Elephanta Caves). She made me feel very comfortable and could catch my attention with her personal stories and professional knowledge. She is also a woman of the world. She has travelled a lot and that makes her open minded towards other people and cultures. A personal thank you from my side to Purvi! If I return to India I will surely book her again. "

"To sum it up, Gautam was an awesome guide! We had an excellent day exploring Elephanta Island, learning about the caves and carvings and the different Hindu Gods. Gautam also included lots of information about Mumbai, its culture, and he provided recommendations on where to go for food and drink! As an added bonus he photographed and took film clips from the entire day and sen them at the end! I will definitely book Gautam for additional tours the next time I am back in Mumbai!"

"It was our first time travelling to India, my brother and I. Not sure what to expect as not many family/ friend has travelled to that country. Kiran was kind enough to explain, reply and advise us even before we confirmed his service. We met Kiran on our first morning in Mumbai where we’ve planned to travel in one of his many itineraries. He came with his car to ferry us around the outskirts of Mumbai. His calm and pleasant demeanour is the total opposite of Mumbai traffic, which is exactly what you need. Highly recommend to anyone who needs a local to bring them around Mumbai. Will definitely engage Kiran if we’re travelling to Mumbai again. "

"Wonderful guide, knowledgeable of the site we visited "

"Having Purvi with us for this trip was initially a question of if it was necessary or worth the cost, but after we finished we realized it was all not only worth it, but it made it all such a better experience than we could have imagined. If you are a person new to India or someone with children and want to have the experience of visiting these Caves, then having Purvi there is a must. Not only was she great with the kids and very aware of their wellbeing and asking them good questions and caring for them, but she also helped us navigate the tricky ticket system involved that I wasn’t prepared for (even though I did my research online beforehand). There were at least 5 or 6 different situations where we had to have tickets or pay a toll and without her it would have not only been incredibly stressful but also we probably would have overpaid significantly (she even helped negotiate buying some trinkets on the way down from the caves). As the father who wanted to make sure everyone was safe, having her there made me so comfortable that I was actually able to enjoy the time rather than worrying the whole time. We booked our time the first afternoon after arriving in the country. It was the first time for any of us in India and the first time outside the US for our kids. Before we met her she was already giving us restaurant recommendations and was flexible with us when things took longer than we thought. We met near the ferry in a nice area and she guided us through the complicated entrance after pre buying the ferry passes for us which saved us a lot of time. She made us all safe getting onto the ferry and then spent the next hour talking with us and our kids, playing games with the kids, and making it such a great memory for them. When we got there she helped us figure out the getting to the caves and past all the people trying to sell us tours. She was patient with us getting up the hill and helped us figure out how to pay for the bathrooms as well. Once we got to the caves she helped us get the right passes into the caves and then when we got in she was amazing at finding great places in the space that weren’t crowded to tell us all the history behind the carvings and then also patient when our kids asked a ton of questions. She was able to be flexible with some of our kids hitting a wall of jet lag and heat and figured out how to adjust her plan for us to make it special without being too much. On the way back she also helped us get a treat for the kids (and pay the right price) and made sure we made the last ferry off the island (which wasn’t posted anywhere that I saw). The whole time we watched out for us and made sure all the kids were there and didn’t run off. She was also playful with the kids and let them be kids rather than expecting them to be adults. The ferry ride home she played games with the kids and helped them feed the seagulls that followed the boat (this might have been their favorite part). Overall, it was such a great experience that probably would have turned out to be a nightmare if we tried to navigate alone. Purvi also answered our random questions about things in India and helped us with things like prices to buy dresses for a wedding and what to eat the next day for street food along with making our kids feel safe and speaking to them like people. In addition to this she has experience in other countries so she understands what we were going through. Would give her an 11/10 if I could. Can’t recommend highly enough. "

"Do not miss this opportunity to have an Kiran provide you with unparalleled service. You truly will not find a better way to see Mumbai. Kiran’s tour included a private car and driver which allowed immediate access to all of the sites - no need to find parking or for walking from parking or public transit to sites. Kiran’s a lifelong Mumbai resident and his knowledge is impeccable. He was informative about the sites we ever seeing, but also about the life and culture. He was genuine in every regard. Kiran showed me the suburb tour with the fascinating Kanheri Caves, the lifestyle of the locals living within the park, then as it was Sunday with reduced traffic, Kiran was kind enough to also show me the Global Vipassana Pagoda and the Village of Gorai on the Northwestern part of the Island of Salsette on the Arabian Sea. There in what was originally a Portuguese Settlement we stopped by a local home, a boat manufacturer, and Gorai Beach. We finished out the day with a stop at Kiran’s home where I met his wife and daughter who joined us on the last stop to Basillica of our Lady of the Mount Mary. I am confident there is no other way to see as much and learn as much about Mumbai as you will on his tour. I was so impressed and we hit it off so well that he also guided me on city sites. Please, please, please consider Kiran and his tour if you want a top notch, first class, and dare I say PERFECT experience!!!"

"After a long exhausting work week (having only seen the insides of conference rooms and hotel ballrooms), I had one day free before I departed. As a first time business traveler (and single female traveler) to Mumbai who spoke no Hindi, I yearned to see the non-touristy, off the beaten track heartbeat of one of India's metropolitan cities. After googling and reviewing my tour options from countless companies, I stumbled across Kiran and his genuine reviews from far and wide travelers on With Locals and booked a tour. From my very first inquiry (days before) to the time he and his driver dropped me off at the end of the day, his communication was exceptional via WithLocals as well as on WhatsApp. He was able to customize my tour to satisfy my curiosity to both the city, suburbs and the sprawling jungle. His driver navigated the street traffic chaos and back streets like a pro. In one day, I saw everything from the humbling humanity and pride in one of the world's largest slums to the colorful swaying rhythm of clothes drying in the open air laundry mat to the smiles of children in the tribal settlements on the city's outskirts to the timeless zen and photo ready grinning packs of monkeys in a hillside hidden labyrinth of 1BC Buddhist caves in the national park. If you're seeking to explore unseen Mumbai, with a guide of encyclopedic knowledge of history, culture and cuisine, book a tour with Kiran. His artistic talents, gentle nature, genuine honesty, compassion and local native expertise is unmatched and by the end, he'll feel more like an old friend than a tour guide. If I'm ever back in India for business, I wouldn't hesitate to book another journey with Kiran. "

"We had a wonderful time with Kiran, he is a very knowladge man, with a BIG heart and a a huge passion for all the things he does, we coulnd't enjoy Mumbai more than with Kiran. He took us to very special places where you would never go as a tourist. We were doing a cruise so he thought about were to take us first in order to maximaize our time in the city. We are so happy to say he is now our friend and we highly recommend him for whatever you want to do in Mumbai, and why not? In other places in India because we know he knows a lot of places besides Mumbai and a he is very popular in a lot of places...that tells you so much about his personality. Thank you Kiran you are the best! "