Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP), Borivali Mumbai
About
One of the world's most visited national parks, SGNP is a 104 sq km tropical forest in the heart of Mumbai. Home to leopards, deer, butterflies, and the ancient Kanheri Caves.
Basic Information
Timings
7:30 AM - 6:30 PM (Closed Mondays)
Entry Fee
Rs 53 (adults), Rs 28 (children); Safari extra
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Place Type
Nature
How to Reach
Walk from Borivali station (WR) to main gate. Auto available.
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Poisar (4.7 km away) on the Line 7.
Nearby Metro Stations
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP), Borivali
No local train stations found within 3 km.
History
Originally called Borivali National Park, it was renamed after Sanjay Gandhi in 1981. The park protects one of the last remaining large tracts of forest within a major city anywhere in the world.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
7:30 AM - 6:30 PM (Closed Mondays)
Entry Fee
Rs 53 (adults), Rs 28 (children); Safari extra
Type
Nature
Best Time to Visit
October to March
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
Over 40 leopards live within the park
The Kanheri Caves date back to the 1st century BCE
It is visited by over 2 million people annually
The lion and tiger safari is popular with families
Trek to Kanheri Caves for ancient Buddhist rock-cut caves
Carry water and snacks for longer trails
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