Essel World & Water Kingdom (Gorai) Mumbai
About
India's largest amusement park complex combining Essel World theme park and Water Kingdom water park on the scenic Gorai island. Offers thrilling rides, water slides, wave pools, and family entertainment for all ages.
Basic Information
Timings
Essel World: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM; Water Kingdom: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (daily; extended hours on weekends and holidays)
Entry Fee
Essel World: Rs 800-1200; Water Kingdom: Rs 900-1400; Combo: Rs 1400-1800 (prices vary by season)
Best Time to Visit
October to March (Water Kingdom best in summer: March to June)
Place Type
Entertainment
How to Reach
Take Western Railway to Borivali station, then auto-rickshaw to Gorai Creek jetty, followed by a 10-minute ferry to Essel World. Or drive via Gorai Road from Borivali.
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Dahanukarwadi (3.4 km away) on the Line 2A.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Essel World & Water Kingdom (Gorai)
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Essel World & Water Kingdom (Gorai)
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History
Essel World opened in 1986 as India's first theme park, followed by Water Kingdom in 1998. Founded by Subhash Chandra of the Essel Group, it has been a beloved family entertainment destination for nearly four decades.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Essel World: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM; Water Kingdom: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (daily; extended hours on weekends and holidays)
Entry Fee
Essel World: Rs 800-1200; Water Kingdom: Rs 900-1400; Combo: Rs 1400-1800 (prices vary by season)
Type
Entertainment
Best Time to Visit
October to March (Water Kingdom best in summer: March to June)
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
Essel World was India's first amusement park when it opened in 1986
Water Kingdom held the Guinness World Record for Asia's largest wave pool at one time
The ferry ride across Gorai Creek to reach the park is itself a scenic experience
Buy combo tickets online for Essel World + Water Kingdom for the best value
Carry extra clothes and towels for Water Kingdom - changing rooms are available
Weekdays are significantly less crowded than weekends and holidays
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