Thane Creek Mangrove Forests Mumbai

Nature

About

One of the largest mangrove ecosystems in any urban setting, the Thane Creek mangroves stretch over 65 sq km. Boat safaris through the mangrove channels offer incredible bird watching and a unique perspective of Mumbai's natural heritage.

Basic Information

Timings

Boat safaris: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM (pre-booking required)

Entry Fee

Boat safari: Rs 300-800 per person

Best Time to Visit

November to March

Place Type

Nature

How to Reach

Take Harbour Line to Airoli or Vashi station. Mangrove boat tours depart from NRI Complex Jetty, Airoli.

By Local Train:

The nearest local train station is Vashi (1.1 km away) on the Harbour Line, Trans-Harbour Line.

Nearby Metro Stations

Metro stations within 5 km of Thane Creek Mangrove Forests

No metro stations found within 5 km.

Nearby Local Train Stations

Local train stations within 3 km of Thane Creek Mangrove Forests

Vashi

Fast

Harbour Line

Trans-Harbour Line

1.1 km

Sanpada

Harbour Line

Trans-Harbour Line

1.9 km

Turbhe

Trans-Harbour Line

2.9 km

History

The mangroves have existed for thousands of years along Mumbai's eastern coast. In 2015, the Maharashtra government declared the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary, protecting 1,690 hectares of this vital ecosystem.