Myeik (Mergui) is a city in Tanintharyi Region in Myanmar (Burma), located in the extreme south of the country on the coast of an island on the Andaman Sea. As of 2010 the estimated population was over 209,000. The area inland from the city is a major smuggling corridor into Thailand.
Introduction The population is engaged in fishing, production of rubber and coconuts, manufacture of fermented shrimp paste, the collection of edible bird's nests and pearl farming. Mergui is a gateway to the 800 offshore islands of the Mergui Archipelago which are developing a tourist trade. Tourism in the area is restricted to cruises as land based accommodations are currently non-existent on the islands. This keeps the area very attractive as low impact tourism preserves the area's natural beauty.
About Birding Tour
Bird watching tours southern Myanmar and Gurney's Pitta Explore Tour starting this city. Traveled by air from Yangon via Dawie and direct flights from Thailand. From Thailand There are three flights per week, 2 times a day.
Accommodation & Restaurant
The city has a very good hotel to accommodate visitors. Which we supply to you in two price levels. Here are some cheap seafood. The Thai restaurant is very delicious made taste.
How to booking this tour
If you are booking the tour to see birds of southern Myanmar, Bird guides and our team will be waiting for you here. They will gather together here include vehicles, supplies, food and beverage. One day in advance
From Myeik into birding areas, Takes to travel by car 4 wd. 6-8 hours to get to camp in the forest, so you should come to Myeik in morning flight it's better than flight arrives in the evening. To save your money in Myeik first night.
Advice
- Depart from Bangkok Thailand, easier than starting from Yangon because Suvanahumi international airport in Thailand
A lot have international flights than Yangon airport in Myanmar, and also similar price ticket from Yangon to Myeik
- You can combine the tour of the two countries. Starting from Thailand and ending trips in Myanmar. Or start from Myanmar and ending trip in Thailand.
- Flights from Myeik - Bangkok - Myeik There are three flights per week, 2 times a day. Please ask before booking tour or specify your schedule.
