Question 1

What is the best time of the day to visit Gilbert Hill?

Accepted Answer

You can plan your visit to Gilbert Hill anytime during the day as the hill will always greet you with its varied shades of beauty. For those who want to pay a visit to the Gaondevi Durga Mata Temple nestled at the peak of the hill, can offer their prayers between 7am to 11 am and again during 4 pm to 6 pm.

Question 2

Can we visit Gilbert Hill at night?

Accepted Answer

If you are longing to escape the city’s frenzy, then a visit to Gilbert Hill at night will surely be a refreshing change. The serene setting of the hill along with the spread of the starry night over your heads will indeed create some beautiful memories. The night trek will present to you the stunning vistas of the surrounding areas and watch out for a mesmerizing sunrise on the eastern horizon.

Question 3

Why Gilbert Hill is famous?

Accepted Answer

The volcanic monolith column dating back from 66 million years ago is a unique geological ridge that attracts hordes of tourists for its scenic beauty. Lying atop the hill are the two temples- comprising Goddess Gaodevi and Durgamata. Besides devotees, the hill lures many adventurers who embark upon a spectacular trek to catch the stunning glimpses of the suburban Mumbai from the summit of the hill.

Question 4

How to reach Gilbert Hill from Mumbai Bus stand?

Accepted Answer

The distance between Mumbai Central Bus stand to Gilbert Hill is around 22.3 km and the bus ride will take you around 1 hour to reach your destination. There are many buses plying between these two places and the ride will surely be a comfortable one. You can also drive or hire a cab from the Mumbai bus stand and fetch yourselves a refreshing ride.