SGNP Borivali Gate - Nature Experience Mumbai

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SGNP Borivali Gate - Nature Experience

About

The main entrance to Sanjay Gandhi National Park offering multiple experiences - a lion-tiger safari, nature trails, boating lake, toy train, and the ancient Kanheri Caves, all within the city limits.

Basic Information

Timings

7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Entry Fee

Entry: ₹48, Safari: ₹64, Van ride to Kanheri: ₹25

Best Time to Visit

October to May

Place Type

Nature

How to Reach

Walk from Borivali station (Western Line), 10 minutes to park gate

By Metro:

The nearest metro station is Kurar (0.5 km away) on the Line 7.

By Local Train:

The nearest local train station is Borivali (1.4 km away) on the Western Line.

Nearby Metro Stations

Metro stations within 5 km of SGNP Borivali Gate - Nature Experience

Kurar
Line 7
0.5 km
0.9 km
Akurli
Line 7
1.0 km
Poisar
Line 7
1.2 km
1.7 km
Ovaripada
Line 7
1.7 km
Magathane
Line 7
2.1 km
Kandarpada
Line 2A
2.5 km
2.6 km
2.7 km
2.8 km
Devipada
Line 7
3.0 km
Eksar
Line 2A
3.4 km
3.4 km
Shimpoli
Line 2A
3.4 km
Aarey
Line 7
3.9 km
4.0 km
4.5 km
4.8 km
Dindoshi
Line 7
4.8 km

Nearby Local Train Stations

Local train stations within 3 km of SGNP Borivali Gate - Nature Experience

Western Line
1.4 km
Western Line
2.5 km

History

SGNP was declared a national park in 1983, though the forest has been protected since 1869. At 87 sq km, it's the world's largest national park located within a metropolis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick Information

Opening Hours

7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Entry Fee

Entry: ₹48, Safari: ₹64, Van ride to Kanheri: ₹25

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

October to May

How to Reach

Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride

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Interesting Facts

World's largest national park within a metropolis at 87 sq km

Receives over 2 million visitors annually

Home to 274 species of birds, 40+ species of mammals, and 1,300+ species of plants

Travel Tips

Allow a full day to cover safari, caves, and nature trails

The safari departs at fixed times, arrive early

Carry water and snacks for the Kanheri Caves trek