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Burma

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Reasons To
Visit Burma

  • Boat trips

    The famous Irrawaddy River flows through the heart of the country for 2,000km to a vast Delta region southwest of Rangoon and provides an important role in everyday life. A journey on this most majestic of rivers is a highlight of any trip.

    Boat trips

  • Hill tribes

    Burma is home to an astonishing number of ethnicities each with their own traditional dress and customs, and in many cases, language and religion. For the most rewarding encounters we recommend heading to the hills of Shan state where it’s possible to stay in remote villages and receive the most genuine of welcomes and hospitality.

    Hill tribes

  • History

    Burma is steeped in history and the legacy of various kingdoms and rule is very much in evidence throughout the country from former ancient capitals and grandiose royal palaces around Mandalay to the faded colonial grandeur of Rangoon’s municipal buildings built by British hands.

    History

  • Local markets

    Whether you are shopping for gems in Rangoon’s Scott Market, betel nut in Kalaw or intricate lacquerware in Pagan there is no better way to immerse yourself in the way of life than to soak up the atmosphere of a local market.

    Local markets

  • Temples

    Wherever you travel in Burma you will only be footsteps away from a temple providing an opportunity to witness the quiet reverence of the Burmese people. Climb up to a viewpoint amongst the ancient stupas of Pagan at sunset, visit stilted temples by boat at Inle Lake or marvel at the shimmering Shwedagon Pagoda.

    Temples

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Excursions in Burma: Kengtung Trekking

The Shan hills surrounding Kengtung are home to a variety of ethnic tribes including Khun, Wa, Shan, Akha, Palaung and Lahu villages.

Women of the Ann tribe paint their teeth black
Aka hill-tribe lady, KengtungAka hill-tribe village, KengtungWashing shoes in Wan Mai village, near KengtungTrekking near Kengtung you will meet women of the Ann tribeTrekking near KengtungA village elder in Num Lin Mai, near KengtungRelaxing in the shade at Wan Mai village, near KengtungMonastery, KengtungHill-tribe village, KengtungNum Lin Mai village, near KengtungTrekking near KengtungWomen of the Ann tribe paint their teeth blackWomen of the Ann tribe paint their teeth blackThe village of Nor Shen in the distance, trekking near Kengtung

Kengtung Trekking

Kengtung, Burma
  • Culture & History
  • Outdoor Activities
  • Walking & Biking

The Shan hills surrounding Kengtung are home to a variety of ethnic tribes including Khun, Wa, Shan, Akha, Palaung and Lahu villages. Your guide will be able to suggest the best itinerary for you depending on how far you wish to travel and your stamina.

A typical day's trekking in the area involves an hour's drive through scenic countryside and rice fields to a small Lahu village before an hour's walk up into the hills to an Akha tribe. It is better to arrive late morning as many of the villagers will be out in the fields. From here you will walk further into the mountains to visit an animist Ann tribe.

After a picnic lunch at Pin-Tauk waterfall your hike continues taking in further Akha tribes as well as red and silver Palaung, many of which can be seen working in the fields in their traditional dress.

One of the most traditional villages around Kengtung is Pan-Kwai on Hokyin mountain. If you wish to include this in your itinerary it is worth suggesting to your guide on arrival so he can plan your trekking adventure around this. The village lies approximately an hour and a half drive from Kengtung towards Tachileik.

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