Many
misunderstandings still exist about travelling in Myanmar in the rainy
season between June and September. The following information should help
clarify the picture. The monsoon period in Myanmar means that especially
in the south (Yangon, Golden Rock, Moulmein) and in the west (Mrauk U
and the beaches) it can rain a lot during this period. Not only at the
end of the day, but in Yangon sometimes all day. Therefore we recommend
clients travelling in this period not to stay too long in Yangon but
spend more time upcountry in Bagan, Mandalay and Inle Lake. These areas
are much dryer. Even in the rainy season it sometimes doesn’t rain for
four or five days in a row. When it does rain in upper Myanmar it is
usually at the end of the day in a short but sometimes heavy shower. An
advantage of travelling at this time is that the temperatures are lower
than for example at the end of March, April or May. Another advantage is
that some hotels are giving attractive discounts for guests travelling
during this period. Many people have already discovered that Myanmar is
the perfect place to travel during the rainy season as long as some
careful thought is put into the itinerary.
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summary places to avoid during the rainy season in Myanmar are Mrauk U,
Ngapali Beach, Ngwe Saung Beach, Golden Rock and Moulmein. Trekking is
also not recommended during this time of year. Places that are excellent
for travelling during this time are Bagan, Moniwa, Mandalay, Maymyo,
Kalaw, Inle Lake and Pindaya.
So
in the future don’t hesitate to recommend clients travelling in June,
July, August and September to visit Myanmar but carefully plan the
itinerary with the experts at Exotissimo Myanmar.
PICNIC
LUNCH FOR GROUPS AT IN DEIN
In
Dein, a beautiful area south of Inle Lake known for its creeper-covered
ancient temples, is becoming a popular destination for visitors.
Arriving by boat in this Pa O village it is a 15 minute walk up a
covered stairway to the top of the temple. To either side of the stairs
beautiful stone carving on the ancient temples can be seen. Arriving at
the main temple area the visitor is greeted by the impressive sight of
hundreds of ancient stupas.
On
the way back the path leads through a bamboo forest towards a creek
where Exotissimo can organise a delicious BBQ lunch, prepared by Ann and
her staff of the famous Ann’s restaurant on the lake. In the shade of
the bamboo trees a temporary mini-restaurant is set up complete with
tables and chairs made of bamboo.
