Bird Watching Area, Bhandup West (BPS)

Hidden gem in Mumbai and a great place for bird watching...

Hidden gem in Mumbai and a great place for bird watching esp flamingoes during Dec and Jan. This place gives a country side feel when you enter here with salt pans and village style houses. There's a bit of off-roading trail which you can do with your cycle and also go on this road with your bike and 4 wheeler. When you reach the end point, there's a broken mangrove walkway that gives you a pristine view of the mangroves. Also, there's a jetty point that flows through the creek. There are too many mosquitoes so wear a full sleeve clothing. There's a watch tower point which needs to be maintained and through that you get a view point of the creek and see the birds as well from here. There's an entry fee of Rs. 50 at the entrance that has started since the last one year but I hope that does enough to reduce the thrash thrown inside this beautiful place.

The viewing tower definitely needs a complete overhaul as...

The viewing tower definitely needs a complete overhaul as it is junked and scary to get on the top with no side railings. As far as this place is concerned, no bird lover on earth can miss the beauty of the sights and sound of this massive green zone.