Nature Trail to Godrej Mangroves
Godrej Mangroves, Vikhroli
1 Day
Event Overview
Godrej Mangroves
The Western bank of the Thane Creek is the single largest mangrove belt in Mumbai. A substantial tract of mangrove land is adjoining the Godrej & Boyce township, Pirojshanagar, in Vikhroli a suburb of Mumbai. Vast area under mangroves has been conserved by Soonabai Pirojsha Godrej Marine Ecology Centre. Well diversified and well protected, these are the last- quality mangroves in the city. The vast expanse of these mangroves serve as a second lung of the city only after the Sanjay Gandhi National Park which is under immense environmental pressures.
The mangrove flora of Pirojshanagar is well diversified. There are 16 species of mangroves and mangrove associates. The faunal composition in the area is also equally diverse. Apart from 206 species of birds, 30 species of reptiles, 13 species of crabs, 7 species of prawns and 20 species of fish have been identified so far in the area. Mammals like jackals and mongoose also were sited many a times This wetland acts as an important stopover for over hundred species of migratory birds including magnificent flamingos, gulls, terns, avocets & curlews.
The Western bank of the Thane Creek is the single largest mangrove belt in Mumbai. A substantial tract of mangrove land is adjoining the Godrej & Boyce township, Pirojshanagar, in Vikhroli a suburb of Mumbai. Vast area under mangroves has been conserved by Soonabai Pirojsha Godrej Marine Ecology Centre. Well diversified and well protected, these are the last- quality mangroves in the city. The vast expanse of these mangroves serve as a second lung of the city only after the Sanjay Gandhi National Park which is under immense environmental pressures.
The mangrove flora of Pirojshanagar is well diversified. There are 16 species of mangroves and mangrove associates. The faunal composition in the area is also equally diverse. Apart from 206 species of birds, 30 species of reptiles, 13 species of crabs, 7 species of prawns and 20 species of fish have been identified so far in the area. Mammals like jackals and mongoose also were sited many a times This wetland acts as an important stopover for over hundred species of migratory birds including magnificent flamingos, gulls, terns, avocets & curlews.
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Event Details
Schedule
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Day 1 - Nature Trail to Godrej Mangroves
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Meal
Breakfast
Adventure Activities
Photography
Amenities
Firstaid
Guide
Transport
Transportation
Bus
Pickup Details
Pickup Time: 07.00 AM Drop Time: 11.00 AM
Things To Carry
- Identity proof.
- A bottle of water (At-least 2 Ltrs),
- Footwear (preferably shoes)
- Cap, camera, snacks (optional)
- Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits, etc.
- Medicine those if u require usually (Optional)
- Good trekking shoes,
- A haversack to put in all the things to be carried.
- Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments.
Policy
Included
- Travelling From Vikhroli to Vikhroli
- Breakfast
- The trail fees
- Expertise
Excluded
- Mineral water, Softdrinks etc.
- Anything other than above mentioned inclusions
Terms & Conditions
Smoking and any kind of alcohol drinks not allowed during program.