The 8 best activities in Myanmar

Are you looking for the best things to do in Myanmar? Then you've come to the right place! Whether beautiful nature, wild adventures or authentic encounters with the traditional culture in Myanmar you will not get bored easily! Look forward to magnificent pagodas, unique landscapes and special encounters with the people and culture of the country. These 8 Myanmar activities should be on your bucket list!

Hiking in Myanmar

During the dry season between November and May you have the opportunity to explore the beautiful natural landscape of Myanmar while hiking. In addition to day trips, you can also participate in a multi-day trekking and roam through the wide valleys, beautiful landscapes, picturesque lakes and mighty mountains.

Popular hiking routes in Myanmar:

• Kalaw to Inle Lake
• Nat Ma Taung
• Pindaya Trek
• Hpa-An Trek

Take a hot air balloon ride

The city of Bagan is famous for its breathtaking hot air balloon rides. The dreamlike pictures of hot air balloons floating above a sea of pagodas and temples in the soft light of the sunrise went around the world and attract many tourists.

The rides depend heavily on the weather, so it's best to do them between October and April to avoid being caught in sudden downpours.

Embark on breathtaking train rides

Discovering Myanmar by train is a real experience. The best place to start is the city of Yangon, which is the country's hub and has good infrastructure and an extensive railway network. The trains are part of the British colonial heritage and are an ideal way to explore the countryside. You can either visit the city and then take the train to your next destination, or take a tour of the Yangon area. Another train connection takes you over the Gokteik Viaduct and offers great views. But be sure to have a head for heights if you dare to take the wild train ride.

Train rides from Yangon:

• Mandalay to Hsipaw (Gokteik Viaduct)
• Bagan train
• Train to Inle Lake
• Train to Kalaw
• Yangon Circular Train

Visit Inle Lake

Already, when you are on the way to Inle Lake, you will be amazed by the beautiful landscape in the heart of Myanmar. Once at the lake, there are many small villages that rise out of the water on stilts and impress with their architecture. Inle Lake is the second largest lake in Myanmar and a real highlight. Here you can watch the one-legged fishermen as they balance on the narrow, traditional boats and move the boat with the oar around which their leg is wrapped.

Relax on the beach in the south

Besides so much culture and adventure, a relaxing beach day should also be on your to-do list. In the south of the country, in the Myeik Archipelago, all dreams of exotic tropical islands come true: white sandy beaches, coral reefs and turquoise blue water. On the most beautiful beaches of the country you can relax and swim, eat delicious seafood or go diving and kayaking. The archipelago consists of 800 small islands, which you can also explore by island hopping.

Explore the caves of Myanmar

You can also discover the underworld of Myanmar. There are numerous caves that have been converted into cave temples. Buddha statues and other treasures are stored there.

Popular caves in Myanmar:

• Po WinDaung
• Sadan
• U Min Thonze
• Pindaya

Climb the Mandalay Hill

The city of Mandalay is just 160 years old and will quickly captivate you with its lively flair. Take a stroll through the many streets of the city and see for yourself. If you want to get a good overview and enjoy a fantastic sunset, we recommend you to go to the Mandalay Hill. This is considered sacred, so you must leave your shoes at the foot of the hill.

Visit the world's longest teak bridge

The 1,200 km long U-leg bridge is the world's oldest and longest bridge made of teak and a unique experience, as it was built in 1850 and is still used as a pedestrian bridge today. The bridge bears the name of the mayor of the city of Amarapura, who had it built back then. We recommend you get up early and be at the bridge by sunrise. Not only is the sight of the rising sun on the glittering water beautiful, but you can also enjoy the peace and quiet before the rush of tourists and traders.

Conclusion: The best activities in Myanmar

We hope that with this article we could give you an insight into the diverse activities of Myanmar. If you are curious to explore more of Myanmar, then our Myanmar trip might be something for you. Here you can experience many of the activities mentioned above and get an authentic insight into the culture of the country. Are you ready for your Myanmar adventure?