- Overview
- Trip Outline
- Trip Includes
- Trip Excludes
- Booking
- Gallery
- Guide
- Things to Carry
- Important Note
Highest point trek in SGNP is highest point of Mumbai with an elevation of 1535 feet or 468 meters inside SGNP. It is also known as Jambhulmal trek within SGNP.
Don’t let the above quote disenchant you from the fabulous city of Mumbai. These words of John Muir are as much applicable to Mumbai as they might be to any other pristine landscapes in the country’s hinterland. For here, in this city, in our backyard lies one of the most astounding biological treasures. Mumbaikars’ are indeed blessed to be living in a bustling metropolis and yet have pristine wilderness in their backyard as well.
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The forest as we know it is probably one of the most dynamic systems of the planet and rest assured no two moments are going to be similar here. But the forest has its own way of revealing itself and all it demands is that you have to be quite and patient for the myriad dramas of life going around you to unfold.
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The quiet and peaceful trail initiates along the plains just before the Kanheri foothills and winds along gently to make a good long hike. An erstwhile tribal settlement resettled itself from here and allowed the wilderness to reclaim its stake again. And nature has now completely reclaimed this territory. As you move along the trail one can see the gradual gradation in the forest vegetation: from a scrub like forest at the beginning to good, tall evergreen vegetation ahead. This trail is one of the most pleasurable walks as it criss-crosses a small but a rapid forest stream at many points and wading across this knee-deep, crystal-clear water is nothing less than therapeutic for a city-sick soul. This stream also offers amazing opportunities to encounter myriad life forms and some really quiet and essential solitude. If you do have time on your hand, then avail the trail that takes you to the farthest distance possible along this trail. Your legs might complain a bit, but your mind and soul will be pleasured and relaxed to the maximum!
Type: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Trek
No of days:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 01
Grade: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Difficult
Region: Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Borivali
Range:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â SGNP
Trail time:          2 – 3Hrs
Meeting point:
Main Entrance of Sanjay Gandhi national park Borivali
Itineraries
Day 1
Time : 7:00 am
Highest Point Hike
06:45 AM - Assemble at Cycle stand, near souvenir shop, SGNP.
07:10 AM - Depart to the forest in an SGNP vehicle.
07:20 AM - Introduction and start trekking from Bamboo Hut.
10:00 AM - Reach the Gaimukh Plateau.
11:00 AM - End our trek at Kanheri caves.
- Main Gate Entry Fee
- Nature Trail entry Fee
- Camera Charges
- Kanheri caves tickets
- Transportation from Main gate to Trek start and returnÂ
- Naturalist from Team Tern
- GST 5%
- Any other transport from origin of participant to meeting point.
- Additional meals or services
- Any expense of personal nature
- Any other item specifically NOT mentioned in includes.
- A Hat
- Sunglasses with UV protection
- A dust protection mask
- Personal Bottle (To avoid plastic use – 1LtrsX2)
- Small backpack (10Ltrs)
- Sun screen
- Only dull coloured clothes (Green, brown, Beige, Camouflage)
- Camera (At owners risk) with proper equipment for photography (As per need)
- Binoculars
- Energy bars
- Wildlife safaris/Bird watching is a matter of luck and opportunity. No guarantee of any sighting is made. Neither of our associates will quote that, although we try our best to spot and show you as much as nature allows us to.
- Birdwatching is a hobby and not a race, hence request all birders to maintain discipline at all times.
- Bird watching is an art of silence and key observation.
- Avoid Pointing out directly to a bird that might flush the bird away.
- Do not get too close to a bird for a photograph that you flush it away.
- Birdwatching should be enjoyed by binoculars and the fun is to spot them, identify them and if you still have some time with the bird photograph them.
- Never enter the forest with an intention of spotting a single species, it will only disappoint you. The forest is a gift packet with a lot to surprise with. Listen to our naturalist for more wonderful experience.
- Our walks are not target species specific (Unless specified)
- We explore everything we find uncommon and need to be explained.
- Any demand for spotting a single species in any jeep will not be entertained by the guide or the tour leader as there are other travellers who would want to see the birds etc.
- Respect & honour everything that is in the forest and it has to offer you.
- Enjoy being in the forest and you will feel much happier away from the concrete chaos.
- Respect the local, tribes, guards, guides, drivers, officers and all animals.
- Front seat of the Gypsy is always reserved for the Guide or Guard.
- No extra room will be made for photographers, respecting other travellers. (For photographers it is recommended to opt for higher options)
- No littering in the forest strictly. (what goes comes back the same way)
- Camera fees & guide tips to be paid separately & directly.
- Kindly follow the instructions given by the tour leader and the guide for your own safety.