Sanjay Gandhi National Park Mumbai

The Sanjay Gandhi National Park was previously known as the Borivali National Park, is not ordinary park. Sanjay Gandhi National Park is beautiful one day picnic spot in Mumbai with family and friends.it is situated in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the city.

However, the park is for nature lovers and can be enjoyed by history buffs as well since it houses the rare and precious Kanheri Caves well within its expanse. The park is also home to a number of species of birds and has a dedicated area called Krishnagiri Upavan that caters  to recreational and educational needs of people.

Sanjay Gandhi National Park enriched wildlife ecosystem, natural park, scenic beauty and a range of other activities, and best getaway destination for one day for people living in and around Mumbai.
 The beautiful park is at a height of 400 meters. The view is surreal and highly hypnotic. It is a good place for the nature and fun lovers. Sanjay Gandhi National Park may not be as large in compare with other national parks in India, but its accessibility and things which have makes it very appealing. It's the only protected forest to be located within the limits of a city. To enjoy nature in Mumbai,
 this is the best place to come! The park is also a great family/friends destination.

Sanjay Gandhi National Park Information :
Destination : Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Mumbai, Maharashtra
Destination Type : Wildlife, adventure, nature and safaris, photography
Ideal Trip Duration : 1 Full Days
Distance from Mumbai : 19 kms
Nearest City to Sanjay Gandhi National Park : Mumbai
Things to do : Enjoy the nature,boat ride,Kanheri Caves,wildlife
Best time to visit Sanjay Gandhi National Park : Monsoon,Winter
Where to stay : Hotels near Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Hotels in Mumbai
Sanjay Gandhi National Park Entry : Rs. 61
Near By Place to Visit in Sanjay Gandhi National Park  : Wagheshwari temple,Gorai beach
Essel world,Water kingdom,Iskon temple,Shree ayyapa Vishnu temple,Aksa beach
Sanjay Gandhi National Park Timings : 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Near by Restaurants : Vikram Chat House,Green Veg Restaurant,Hotel Rajmahal ,The Malwan,Club 9,Gokul Veg Restaurant,Sunny Multi Cuisine,Sanjana Sandwich Corner,Temptations,
Mongini,

How to Reach Sanjay Gandhi National Park
To reach the park you can take the train which goes to Borivali station. After reaching the station, you can easily avail an auto which would drop you at the park.

Some Glimpes of Sanjay Gandhi National Park

Traveler Tips
1.The park closed on Mondays.
2.There are bus journeys available to Kanheri caves and that must be visited once you are here.
3.There are no bus goes directly to this park however, you can get government run buses but they play only on holidays and weekends.

Interesting Facts about Sanjay Gandhi National Park
1.Before independence, this park was called Krishnagiri National Park.
2.In 1981, that this park was renamed Sanjay Gandhi National Park.
3.The kanheri caves which are in the park are 2400 years old.