MUMBAI: BMC announced that Mumbai’s first elevated nature walk in Malabar Hill will be inaugurated on March 30, 2025, at 9 am, by local MLA Mangal Prabhat Lodha, also minister of skills, employment, entrepreneurship, and innovation, and guardian minister of Mumbai Suburban District.
This Elevated Nature Trail, inspired by Singapore’s Tree Top Walk, is a first-of-its-kind project in Mumbai.
The Elevated Nature Trail spans a total length of 485 meters with a width of 2.4 meters and includes a sea-viewing deck, offering a dedicated spot for panoramic views of the sea.
The trail features a wooden elevated walkway designed with wooden railings and support columns, reinforced with steel for added strength. Aesthetic lighting enhances the overall experience, while an access control system helps regulate visitor flow.
Additionally, the trail is equipped with surveillance systems and emergency exits, ensuring safety and security for visitors.
Visitors will have the opportunity to explore over 100 plant species and a diverse range of birdlife. The trail is home to trees such as Gulmohar, Almond, Jamun, Kanchan, Palm, Jackfruit, Ratan Guj, Sita Ashok, Arjun, Muchkund, Saptaparni, Karmal, and Vilayati Shirish, among others.
Bird enthusiasts can spot species like the Cuckoo, Drongo, Kite, Indian Grey Hornbill, Kingfisher, Woodpecker, Parakeet, Oriole, Bulbul, Myna, Magpie Robin, and Sunbird. Additionally, the area supports reptilian wildlife, including garden lizards, monitor lizards, Indian rock pythons, cobras, and vine snakes.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS:
- Mumbai’s first elevated nature trail at Malabar Hill, inspired by Singapore’s Tree Top Walk, spans 485 meters and includes a sea-viewing deck.
- The trail features a wooden walkway with steel-reinforced support, aesthetic lighting, and an access control system for visitor regulation.
- Visitors can explore over 100 plant species, including Gulmohar, Almond, Jackfruit, and Arjun, along with diverse birdlife.
- Birdwatchers can spot species like the Cuckoo, Drongo, and Kingfisher, while reptilian wildlife includes monitor lizards, pythons, and cobras.
