Ngwe Saung Beach Travel Guide

When it comes to the idea of where to enjoy the beach for Yangon people, Ngwe Saung is one of the best choices for certain reasons. Boasting calm, sandy beach stretching over 13 miles overlooking the bay of Bengal, Ngwe Saung Beach offers some of the best beach experiences in the country.



Why Ngwe Saung ?
Though the area is one of the famous spots on the tourism radar of the country, it is still unspoiled. Ngwe Saung does not only offer world class beach hopping, its surrounding boasts amazing array of activities even for sophisticated travelers.
Like Ngapali, Ngwe Saung has a large collection of luxury, high end resort providing one of the best services in the country.

How to go there
The most practical way to reach Ngwe Saung is to hire a private car from Yangon. The journey lasts for about 5,5 hours, passing the rich land of Ayeyawaddy Division.
For the quote of this transfer, please check our Myanmar Car Rental Service
For a cheaper option, public bus that leaves from Hlaing Thar Yar bus station of Yangon is a good choice. The bus frequency is reduced during the summer time.


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What to do in Ngwe Saung
The destination is not only the beach, it has a wide range of activities to immerse in during your outing days.

Lover’s island
When the tide goes out, Lover’s island is very accessible on foot. It is a perfect spot to photograph the sunset in Ngwe Saung Beach.

Fishing Village
For those who enthusiasm in culture, the fishing villages lining along the coasts offers a beautiful glance into the local life. There are chances to witness how people make dry fish in the area.

Elephant Camp
About 45 minutes’ drive from the beach, the elephant camp offers intimate time with elephant where you can embark a jungle trek, bathing the elephants and crossing the local plantation on their backs.

Snorkeling and boat Trip
Local tour operators’ who base in town now promote day tours to go off shore reaching the pristine diving points including coral reef viewing places. These boat trips are ideal choice to make your day occupied.

Ngwe Saung is not listed in many Myanmar Tour Packages so far which means your travel to the area is more authentic than other destinations.