How can I go to Borivali National Park?

How can I go to Borivali National Park?

How to Reach us

1. Nearest Airport: Mumbai -15kms.
2. By Rail: Mumbai to Borivali is 30 kms by train on western railway route.
3. By Road: Borivali is near Mumbai octroi post on Mumbai – Ahemdabad highway.
4. From South Mumbai and Western suburbs: From South & Central Mumbai, SGNP can be easily accessed by road from the WEH.

How can I go to Sanjay Gandhi National Park?

How To Get There. Sanjay Gandhi National Park is easily accessible via Western Railways services from Borivali Station. From the station, you can hire an autorickshaw or taxi to the park. If you are driving, you can access the main entrance from Borivali East from the Western Express Highway.

Is parking available at National Park Borivali?

Car & Other vehicle parking available inside. By Train : Major trains coming to Mumbai from outside states halts at Borivali Railway Station on Western Railway Route.

Is car allowed in national park?

Hi, Pvt vehicles are not allowed for jungle safari & you need to book the Forest Department’s safari only.

Is Sanjay Gandhi National Park worth visiting?

Stunning park, worth a visit just to see the caves. Climb to the top and you get a stunning view of the park, and Mumbai in the distance. Apparently there is a waterfall but quite a walk away.

Is Borivali National Park Safe?

It is pretty safe to be out there as long as you appear confident and do not look lost and scared. This holds true for any place anywhere regardless of where you are travelling.

What is the history of Borivali National Park?

An independent unit of the Forest Department called ‘Borivali National Park Sub-division’ was set up later in this area. The Krishnagiri National Park was created in 1974 and later renamed as ‘Borivali National Park’. In 1981, it was again renamed as ‘Sanjay Gandhi National Park’ in memory of former Prime Minister, Sanjay Gandhi.

Which is the best trial in Borivali National Park?

Kanheri Trial (Also called ‘Upper Trial’) is one of the famous guided trek and trials by NIC department. Astonishing top view from Borivali National park is one of the best things one gets apart from experiencing the dense forest, Waterfalls and bird watching opportunities.

What are some interesting things to do in Borivali?

If you miss getting a glimpse of reptiles being in the city, Borivali national park has varieties of attractive species of reptiles like snakes, pythons, varieties of lizards, Dangerous vipers and cobras. Some of rare plants and trees being kadamba, acacia, teak, shisam, ziziphus, euphorbia, karanj and more.

How to reach Kanheri Caves from Borivali?

The cycle routes are restricted till the tour route and can be taken only up till the Kanheri Caves. It is located towards the north of Mumbai. You can take the local train to Borivali from Churchgate, which will take about an hour. From there you can take an autorickshaw right up to the park gate.