Wonderful Lands In Myeik

BEAUTIFUL ISLANDS & BEACHES Myeik Archipelago is home to islands and beaches that are unspoilt and show little signs of human intervention. Letting nature stay pristine, is the best way one can respect nature. The people of Myanmar strongly believe this. The Myeik Archipelago is home to 800 islands and it will take many, many trips to fully experience all of them. Each island, big or small has its specific character, provides niches of fun for all travellers. From the large Lampi island located in the Southern portion to Cock’s Comb Island with a heart shaped lagoon, there is much to see and photograph. These islands are an Instagrammer’s dream. Maungmagan Beach, located 16 km from Dawei, is the most notable beach of this region and definitely the most popular among tourists. With the vast expanse of sea on one side and rising hills on the other, this beach hosts a seaside village.

EXQUISITE TRIBESEXQUISITE TRIBES The Myeik Archipelago is home to a number of tribes who have built a habitat in these group of islands over centuries. Each tribe has its own specific way of living that is completely different from one another. For someone looking for experiential travel, interacting with these tribes will be an experience of a lifetime. The Salone people, also known as Moken, are a prominent tribe who live on the sea around the Myeik Archipelagos. They spend their whole life on small boats and earn their livelihood by diving for pearls and looking for other sea products. They come to land only for shelter from cyclones during the monsoon season. The Salone Festival (usually held in February) is an opportunity for tourists to explore it’s seafaring, tribal existence. One can experience spiritual dances, folk songs, and customs of the tribe, enjoy the diving and rowing competitions and also savour a traditional Salone feast.

AMAZING BIODIVERSITY The Andaman Sea is known for its marine life diversity, the best of which can be explored in the Myeik Archipelago. These islands are known for their scenic marine life with crystal clear waters. Most islands present excellent opportunities to snorkel and dive and enjoy oneself. Apart from the sea, the islands have a number of lakes and lagoons that are teaming with wildlife. Tourists can go for trekking or hikes and enjoy the wildlife while walking through the whistling woods. Some islands host rare bird species presenting unique bird spotting opportunities for bird lovers. Myeik archipelago is also a centre for pearl cultivation. Tourists can get a glimpse of how this is done while visiting these islands. Extensive conservation activities are carried out across the islands to maintain this biodiversity.