Sanjay Gandhi National Park is a protected area in Borivali, Mumbai, with attractions that include Kanheri Caves, a safari and recreational boating. For tickets, hours and parking, confirm current arrangements before you go: activity schedules and charges can differ from general park access.
- Location: Borivali, Mumbai
- Park hours: Government visitor guidelines give 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM and say the park is closed on Mondays.
- Parking: Use designated parking lots; roadside parking is prohibited.
Where to confirm current ticket information
Check the official park website for current ticket and activity details before planning your visit. Government visitor guidelines say online tickets are non-transferable and cannot be cancelled; entry, vehicle and other charges are set according to a government resolution.
Activity charges include ₹70 for adults and ₹28 for children for the Big Cats Tiger & Lion Safari; ₹53 for a two-seater boat and ₹107 for a four-seater boat; and ₹45 for adults and ₹17 for children on the Van Rani mini train.
These are activity charges, so check what applies to your plans before purchasing. For a broader overview of how to visit Sanjay Gandhi National Park from Thane, allow time to check the entrance and transport details as well.
The park’s written history dates to the 4th century BC. Kanheri Caves, one of its attractions, are rock-cut Buddhist caves dating to the 1st century BCE.
A separate question about the park’s history and place in Mumbai connects those cave origins with the park’s broader past.
What to know about park opening hours
Government visitor guidelines give general park hours as 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM, say the park is closed on Mondays and instruct visitors to leave before 6:30 PM.
The Maharashtra Tourism Department describes the park as open throughout the year and identifies June to February as a good period to visit. Hours and operating arrangements can change, so check the official site before you go.
Individual attractions may follow a different schedule from the park itself. Activities other than Gandhi Tekdi and Kanheri Caves close on Mondays and during the 1:30 PM–2:30 PM lunch hour.
Boating operates daily from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM except Mondays. If boating or another activity is central to your visit, check its schedule before arranging the rest of your day.
How do you get to the park and where can you park?
The park’s main entrance is in Borivali. You can travel from Borivali railway station by autorickshaw or taxi; the station is about 1 km from the park and is on the Western Railway. Borivali bus station is also about 1 km away.
From a hotel in Thane, the park is about 8 minutes by car.
If you arrive by vehicle, use a parking lot and do not leave your vehicle on the roadside. Government visitor guidelines state a fine of up to ₹2,000 for roadside parking. Inside the park, the vehicle speed limit is 20 km/h.
Entry rules and separate attractions
Sanjay Gandhi National Park covers 87 square kilometers. Its activities include the Big Cats Tiger & Lion Safari, recreational boating, Gandhi Tekdi, the Van Rani mini train and Kanheri Caves. Treat the attractions as separate parts of your plan: their schedules and charges may not match the park’s general entry arrangements.
Follow the park rules once inside. Feeding or teasing wild animals carries an on-the-spot fine of ₹1,000; littering and throwing plastic each carry a ₹500 fine. Keep to the vehicle speed limit and use the designated parking areas.
A quick pre-visit checklist
Before setting out, make sure your plans account for Monday closures and the listed lunch break for most activities.
- Confirm the general park hours and whether the attractions you want to visit are operating.
- Review ticket terms before buying online; online tickets cannot be transferred or cancelled.
- If driving, plan to use a parking lot rather than roadside parking.
- Leave enough time to exit before the stated closing time.
FAQs
Where is Sanjay Gandhi National Park?
The park is in Borivali, Mumbai. Its main entrance is in Borivali, and you can travel from Borivali railway station to the entrance by autorickshaw or taxi.
Is the park closed on Mondays?
Government visitor guidelines say the park is closed on Mondays. Most activities also close on Mondays, while Gandhi Tekdi and Kanheri Caves are exceptions.
Can you park on the roadside?
No. Use a parking lot; roadside parking is prohibited and carries a stated fine of up to ₹2,000.
Which attractions are inside the park?
Activities include the Big Cats Tiger & Lion Safari, recreational boating, Gandhi Tekdi, the Van Rani mini train and Kanheri Caves. Check schedules and charges for each attraction separately.