DEVCON VIII · MUMBAI · NOV 2–6 2026 /// IBW · NOV 1–2 · SIDE EVENTS /// DIWALI · NOV 7+ · FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS /// WE ACCEPT BTC · ETH · USDC · SOL /// 24/7 LOCAL SUPPORT · TRUSTED TEAM /// DEVCON VIII · MUMBAI · NOV 2–6 2026 /// IBW · NOV 1–2 · SIDE EVENTS /// DIWALI · NOV 7+ · FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS /// WE ACCEPT BTC · ETH · USDC · SOL /// 24/7 LOCAL SUPPORT · TRUSTED TEAM ///
DEVCON VENUE GATEWAY OF INDIA TAJ MAHAL PALACE
// 24/7 ONGROUND ASSISTANCE MUMBAI, INDIA NOV 2026

ARRIVE.
NAVIGATE.
EXPERIENCE.

Landing in Mumbai for DEVCON VIII? We're a local team that handles everything — from your airport pickup at 2am to your Diwali evening after the conference ends.

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ONGROUND // LIVE_STATUS
01 // AIRPORT_PICKUP LIVE
02 // ONGROUND_ASSISTANT READY
03 // SIDE_EVENT_CURATION ACTIVE
04 // DOCTOR_ON_CALL 24/7
05 // DIWALI_EXPERIENCE NOV 7+
06 // WEB3_INTRODUCTIONS OPEN
07 // EMERGENCY_LINE LIVE
08 // CRYPTO_PAYMENTS ACCEPTED
> READY TO MAKE YOUR DEVCON EXPERIENCE BETTER?
7Days of coverage
24/7Local hotline
3Experience tiers
∞Local connections
// WHY THIS EXISTS
Mumbai is incredible.
It can also break you.

Most international attendees land without a trusted local contact. We fix that — end to end.

Landing at 2am with no trusted pickup
Random cabs at CST or BKC exit, no idea of fair price, 20-hour flight behind you. We eliminate this entirely — a known face is waiting with your name, SIM card in hand.
3x
Tourist tax
Average foreigner overpays 3x on transport. We know fair prices.
Mumbai traffic
Notorious. One wrong turn and you miss the keynote you flew 20 hours for.
Side event overload
200+ events during IBW and Devcon week. Most are noise. We filter signal.
Health abroad
Foreign stomach, unfamiliar food, no doctor contact. 24/7 medical access included.
Diwali is happening right after Devcon
One of the most extraordinary cultural events on the planet — happening the week you're here. Without local guidance, most attendees miss it entirely. We make sure you don't.
Why Mumbai. Why November.
// DEVCON VIII

Devcon is the annual Ethereum developer conference — the most significant gathering in Web3. Builders, researchers, protocol teams, and visionaries converge for five days of talks, workshops, and real conversations that shape the future of the internet.

Mumbai marks a historic moment — the first Devcon in South Asia, acknowledging India's massive and growing role in global Web3 development.

// THE NOVEMBER WINDOW
  • NOV 01–02India Blockchain Week — side events, builders, VCs
  • NOV 02–06DEVCON VIII — main conference at JIO World Trade Center, Mumbai
  • NOV 07+Diwali season — the festival of lights
// PACKAGES
Choose your experience tier

All packages are priced per person. Crypto and fiat accepted.

01 // ESSENTIAL
Essential
$400 / person
The basics covered. Land informed, move confidently through Devcon week.
  • + Pre-arrival info pack (visa, SIM, currency, packing)
  • + Trusted airport pickup + SIM card activation
  • + Orientation briefing on the drive from airport
  • + 24/7 hotline access all week
  • + Curated food guide (safe, great, late-night)
  • + Side event calendar — filtered for signal
  • + Devcon navigation guide + who to meet
  • + Fair price benchmarks and tourist trap guide
  • + Airport drop on departure
  • + Gift and shopping recommendations
MOST POPULAR
02 // EXPLORER
Explorer
$800 / person
Everything in Essential, plus Mumbai beyond the conference — city, culture, and real connections.
  • + Everything in Essential
  • + Dedicated trusted driver for the full week
  • + All venue-to-venue logistics handled
  • + Group dinner coordination (up to 10 people)
  • + Curated Mumbai experiences — no tourist traps
  • + Dharavi tour (most requested by international visitors)
  • + Coastal walks, Irani cafés, local culture moments
  • + Diwali experience guidance and recommendations
  • + Doctor on call — 24/7 access
  • + Pharmacy and health guidance
  • + Local Web3 founder and VC introductions
  • + WhatsApp group with other attendees on the service
03 // FULL EXPERIENCE
Full Experience
$1,500 / person
For founders and executives who need zero friction. Everything handled, all week.
  • + Everything in Explorer
  • + Personal on-ground assistant all week
  • + Help accessing invite-only events
  • + Indian media and journalist introductions
  • + Curated 1-on-1 ecosystem introductions
  • + Special Diwali group celebration
  • + Ambulance on call — 24/7
  • + Lost passport and legal emergency contacts
  • + Flight change and travel emergency assistance
  • + Tailoring experience (suit or kurta in 48 hours)
  • + Goa or post-Devcon trip planning
  • + Post-departure debrief and relationship continuity
// PAST EVENTS
Glimpses of our previous experiences

Take a look at the developer panels, active hackathons, and networking sessions from our past Web3 community events.

Devcon Panel Discussion
// DEVCON PANEL DISCUSSION
Global Web3 Hackathon
// GLOBAL WEB3 HACKATHON
Builder Networking Meetup
// BUILDER NETWORKING MEETUP
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// CRYPTO PAYMENTS
We're a Web3 team.
We accept Web3 payments.

Pay in crypto, fiat, or a combination. All payments confirmed on-chain. Invoices available for any currency.

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INR/USDFiat
> 50% deposit to confirm. Balance due on arrival. Wallet address shared on booking confirmation.
// FAQ
Common questions
Can I book for a group?
Yes. Group rates available for 3+ people traveling together. Contact us for custom pricing.
What if I only need specific services?
Reach out and we can discuss à la carte options. Packages are designed for best value, but we're flexible.
I'm staying longer than Devcon week. Can coverage extend?
Yes. Extensions for Diwali week, Goa, or other India travel can be arranged at a daily rate.
Is this available for people traveling with partners or family?
Absolutely. We can arrange non-conference activities for partners and family during conference hours.
// MUMBAI FIELD GUIDE
Know before you land

Mumbai is one of the world's great cities. Dense, loud, beautiful, and deeply human. Here's what you need to know to navigate it well.

// CITY OVERVIEW
Mumbai at a glance

Mumbai is the financial capital of India — 21 million people on a narrow peninsula on the Arabian Sea. It's the home of Bollywood, the country's largest stock exchange, some of the world's most important spiritual traditions, and now, DEVCON VIII.

The city operates on its own logic. Traffic is chaotic but navigable. Food is extraordinary. People are warm. The gap between wealth and poverty is visible on every street. It's a city that overwhelms and then captivates.

November is one of the best times to visit — post-monsoon, 25–30°C, humidity dropping, and the city feels alive without being punishing.

// QUICK FACTS
Population21 million+
CurrencyINR (₹)
Weather (Nov)25–30°C
Time ZoneIST (UTC+5:30)
LanguageHindi / Marathi / English
AirportBOM (CSMI)
// TRANSPORT
Getting around Mumbai
// Ola & Uber
App-based cabs
Work well. Always use the app — never negotiate at the airport exit. Surge pricing is common 8–10am and 6–9pm.
// Auto Rickshaws
Three-wheelers
Suburbs only (not South Mumbai). Great for short distances. Insist on the meter or use Ola Auto. Cheap and fast in narrow lanes.
// Local Train
The real Mumbai
Moves 8 million people daily. Overwhelming for first-timers. We don't recommend it unless you're adventurous and we're with you.
// Our Driver Network
What we provide
Trusted, English-speaking drivers for the full week. No surge, no negotiation. Included in Explorer and Full Experience packages.
// FOOD
What to eat in Mumbai
// Must Try
Vada Pav
Mumbai's soul food. Spiced potato in a bread bun. ₹15. Incredible.
Bombay Sandwich
Layered, grilled, chutney-drenched. A city-specific thing you won't find anywhere else.
Koliwada Seafood
Mumbai is coastal. The pomfret, prawns, and surmai are exceptional and underrated.
Irani Café Breakfast
A uniquely Mumbai institution. Bun maska and chai at Kyani & Co. Not optional.
// Safe for Foreign Stomachs
Bandra / BKC Restaurants
Higher standards, filtered water, international menus. Safe from day one.
Hotel restaurants
Always safe. Reliable. Slightly boring but fine while your stomach adjusts.
Bottled water only
Never tap. Bisleri is the standard brand. Available everywhere for ₹20.
Carry ORS and Probiotics
Even experienced India travelers get stomach issues. Part of our Essential pack briefing.
// Late Night (Devcon hours)
BKC and Bandra West
Closest areas to venue with reliable late-night options until 1–2am.
Kebab stalls
The real late-night Mumbai experience. We'll take you to the right ones.
Swiggy / Zomato
India's food delivery apps. Available until midnight+ in most areas.
// DIWALI · FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

The world's most spectacular festival of light — right after Devcon.

Diwali is India's most significant cultural celebration. Five days of lights, firecrackers, sweets, family gatherings, and spiritual significance. The victory of light over darkness.

In Mumbai it transforms the city — every building lit with diyas, streets filled with incense and sugar, fireworks visible from every rooftop. Unlike anything else in the world.

Most Devcon attendees will still be in or near India when it begins. Our Full Experience package includes a special group Diwali evening — real families, real celebrations, real Mumbai.

// DIWALI 2026
  • NOV 07Dhanteras — gold, silver, prosperity
  • NOV 08Choti Diwali — first fireworks begin
  • NOV 09Diwali main day — peak celebrations
  • NOV 10Govardhan Puja — community celebrations
  • NOV 11Bhai Dooj — family, sweets, endings
* Dates subject to lunar calendar confirmation.
// EXPERIENCES
Mumbai beyond the conference
// Dharavi
The most misunderstood place in India
A self-organized city of 1 million people with a $1B economy in leather, pottery, and recycling. One of the most profound experiences in Mumbai. Context required before visiting.
// Marine Drive
The Queen's Necklace
A 3.6km promenade along the Arabian Sea. Best at sunset or after dark. One of the great urban walks on earth. 45 minutes from BKC by car.
// Crawford Market
Where old Mumbai lives
A Victorian-era market overflowing with spices, flowers, and produce. The architecture alone is worth the trip. Go early morning.
// Bandra
Where you want to be
Cafés, galleries, street art, colonial churches, the best bar scene in the city. Close to the Devcon venue. Where most attendees will spend their evenings.
// ABOUT
Who we are

Morphine Labs is a Mumbai-based team at the intersection of Web3 and real-world operations. We built Devcon India Experience to solve a problem we understood intimately.

Why we built this

When DEVCON VIII was announced for Mumbai, we saw a clear gap. Thousands of international attendees would be coming to India — many for the first time — with no local infrastructure to help them navigate the city, the culture, or the conference week effectively.

We've spent years in Mumbai's Web3 ecosystem. We know the founders, the VCs, the venues, the back roads, and the best chai stalls near the venue. We know which hospitals you'd actually want to go to and which cab services you'd actually want to use.

Devcon India Experience is us making that knowledge available to anyone who wants it.

Raj Rathaur
// Founder, Morphine Labs

Builder, ecosystem connector, and Mumbai local. Deep in the Indian Web3 scene. Been attending and organizing around global crypto conferences for years. Built Devcon India Experience to make Mumbai accessible to the global community coming for DEVCON VIII.

// WHAT IS DEVCON?

Devcon is the annual developer conference organized by the Ethereum Foundation — the most significant gathering in the global Web3 ecosystem. Unlike consumer-facing crypto events, Devcon is where the builders are: core protocol researchers, application developers, infrastructure teams, and the thinkers who shape what the internet becomes.

Previous editions have been held in Berlin, Amsterdam, Cancún, Prague, Osaka, and Bogotá. Mumbai 2026 marks the first Devcon in India — a recognition of India's growing centrality in the global Web3 movement.

// INDIA'S WEB3 ECOSYSTEM

India has the second-largest developer population in the world and one of the fastest-growing crypto communities. Mumbai alone is home to dozens of serious Web3 companies, funds, and communities. By the time Devcon arrives, the local ecosystem will be eager to connect with the global one — and we're the bridge.

// MORPHINE LABS

Morphine Labs builds at the intersection of technology and real-world operations in India. Devcon India Experience is our first consumer-facing product — born from a direct observation of a gap nobody else was filling.

// BOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE
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