For many travelers, Myanmar is still new in some way. The country which was just opened to the world for 5 year has plenty of things to offer from amazing Bagan wonders to striking Mergui Archipelago.
Zaw, a travel expert from a local Myanmar Tour Company has revealed his tips of top experiences that you should soak up :
Balloon Over Bagan
Among the most desirable experiences, balloon in Bagan is always on the top of the list. You will not be surprise if it is fully book during the tourism season since it is defined as once a life time journey.
Balloon offers a distinctive way to appreciate the landscape of Bagan, home to over 2,200 pagodas and temples built from 11th century. There is no better way to capture the panorama of the area than soaring the sky on a balloon basket.
Cruising Myeik Archipelago
Located in south Myanmar, sharing the border with Phuket Thailand, Myeik Archipelago is a paradise for beach and island. There are over 800 islands dominating by pristine water and unspoiled nature – a region for diving, kayaking and bathing.
It is hard to resist the call of Horse Shore island, Lampi Marine national park, etc if you are fancy a tropical escape without tourist.
Trekking in Lashio
While many trekkers flock into Shan state, Lahsio is a very new trekking destination with so much to enjoy. The wild nature with cascading waterfalls, magnificent mountains and friendly ethnic minorities, Lashio will be a wonderful trekking point for those who are eager to scan Myanmar culture at its purest.
Imagine a rustic route, image a natural pool to plunge into, image exotic market that awakes all senses then imagine Lashio.
Cruise Chindwin River
The second largest river in Myanmar is now attracting the attention of cruise passenger worldwide thanks to its diverse scenery. This part of Myanmar is really untouched and it is best accessed by cruise with fascinating excursions to different traditional workshops, remote hamlets.
Ananda, Orcaella and some other cruises are now initiating in operating overnight trips as far as Bhamo.
Motorcycling in Mandalay
For the next coming year, Mandalay will become a great place to start a motorcycle adventure. The city is opening for all riders whether you are a beginner or an experience one.
More riding trails will be discovered, especially for the route from Mandalay to Golden Triangle, border of Myanmar with Thailand.
It will continue a trend for those who expect a journey like no other, giving a big hit to local remarkable sites as well less-visited markets.
