The Legend of Pila Island - Mergui Archipelago

📍 Yangon city centre to Yangon airport (20 kilometres): 30 – 60 minutes Kawthaung airport to Hotel: 15 minutes

This morning transfer from the Yangon hotel to the airport. Then take an onwards flight to Kawthaung, the entry point to the Mergui Archipelago. The Archipelago consists of a beautiful cluster of 800 islands in the waters of the Andaman Sea, many of which remain untouched and pristine offering great opportunities for exploring the beaches and marine life. The islands are also sparsely populated by the Moken community who live a nomadic, sea-based life in the Archipelago.

Upon arrival at Kawthaung Airport, be transferred to the hotel and enjoy an afternoon at leisure.

Overnight in Kawthaung.

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📍 Kawthaung jetty to Awei Pila Resort: 3 hours

After breakfast, enjoy some leisure time at the hotel.

In the afternoon, be met by a member of the Awei Pila team for a 15-minute transfer to Kawthaung Jetty. From here it is a three hour ride by luxury speed boat to the island resort. About 80 km distance from the shoreline of Kawthaung, Awei Pila is located on the Northernmost Beach of Pila Island and is surrounded by virgin forest with views out to the open Andaman Sea. This natural bay embraces a 600 metre long beach front which is divided into two zones by a large rock formation. Beyond the beach is a highly forested area with a variety of trees which provides protection and privacy. The adjacent hill side around the bay is accessible by trails, opening up to guest opportunities for exploration of the island’s unique flora and fauna. Access is also provided to the fisherman’s bay which will give guests a taste of the local seafairing culture and other water sports activities.

Environmentally Responsible Travel: Hot water for the rooms, kitchens, foods and beverage outlets is supplied through onsite solar panels. All water used at the resort is recycled through a wastewater treatment facility, with the effluent water used as irrigation for the development’s landscaped environment.

During the stay all meals are included at the outdoor beachfront open restaurant which is just steps away from the crystal clear water and pristine shoreline.

Overnight at Awei Pila Resort.

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☕ Breakfast, 🍗 Dinner

Today is a day spent at leisure to relax. During the stay enjoy a wide range of relaxing and adventurous activities at additional charges:

• Aqua: Diving, Snorkelling, Kayaking
• Jungle: Trekking, Hiking, Bird Watching
• Pampering: Spa Treatments, Beach Massages
• Cultural: Fishing, Visit & lunch in a traditional house at the Moken village
• Gourmet: Campfire BBQ dinner, Sunset Cocktail on private yacht or traditional boat, Picnic on the Beach, Cooking classes

Overnight at Awei Pila Resort.

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☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch, 🍗 Dinner

Today is another leisure day to relax or take part in any of the activities above on and around the island.

Overnight at Awei Pila Resort.

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch, 🍗 Dinner

This morning it is time to say goodbye to the beautiful luxury accommodation and island friends to return to Kawthaung Jetty by 3-hour speed boat transfer. Then transfer by vehicle to Kawthaung airport for a return flight to Yangon. Upon arrival at Yangon airport stay on for the international departure airport or continue on another Myanmar experience.

NOTE: It is also possible to cross the Myanmar-Thailand border from Kawthaung to Ranong. Speak to our Travel Consultants for further information.

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast