Top Things to do in Myanmar Burma

Myanmar now has more clear image to the world: a beautiful country boasting abundance of amazing landscapes, a destination that revealing its sealed culture after decades of isolation.  This list is simply some of the highlighted experience that you should not miss in Myanmar/ Burma :


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Sunrise Shooting in Bagan

Bagan is one of the most photogenic spots in Burma. Studded by over 2,500 pagodas, temples and some fascinating villages with unique traditional workshop, the area is known as a must-see for any Myanmar photography travel. Sunrise offers amazing shooting either you behold it from a luxury balloon basket or a secluded temple top.



Sail Away in Andaman Sea

The southern Myanmar is a big call for those who want to explore the wild ocean before it becomes touristic. This part is well known for Mergui Archipelago, consisting of some 800 islands and mostly unhabited. The best way to enjoy Mergui Tours is to book a yatch, cruise then sail out to different islands, kayaking through marine national park, diving under the torquoise water and meet the friendly Gypsies. 


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Go Adventure in Lashio

Tucked away from ordinary travel attraction, Lashio make your time by the mountain and waterfall the best. Since the area is still out of tourist map, either it is a motorbike adventure, a day trip to secluded hamlets, it would be a trip of life time.
Myanmar Adventure Outfitter, a social enterprise is now operating more exciting activities for Lashio and its lush surroundings.



See Tattooed Hill Tribe

The Chin people who live in Chin state attracts all visitors by their mysterious tattooing tradition. By climbing up the mountains in Na Mat Taung national park or accessing the less-known side of Mrauk U, you will have chance to meet the last women who still have tattoos on their faces. If you want to compare your own tattoo with theirs, it is time !



Motorcycling in Mandalay

Mandalay is really opening for adventure-minded travelers. There are ancient capitals that let you travel back to the past, there are colorful markets to go locals, there are architectural wonders to know about the Burma kingdom and motorcycling is probably the best way to appreciate all these interesting culture characters of Mandalay.
Also recommended in top things to do in Mandalay, day rides from the city can take you as far as Hsipaw or the hill station of Hsipaw.