Trek Burma (Myanmar)

Upon arriving in Yangon, the group will be transferred to a location near the airport for a rest and refreshments. Later we head back to the airport for an internal flight to Heho, in the central district of Taunggyi.

Once in Heho, the group will check in to tonight’s accommodation. This evening there will be a challenge briefing and the first team dinner together.

Today’s route takes in more of the Pindaya area, including hill tribe villages and pine forests. Be prepared for boggy terrain, though it will get rockier as we approach the limestone caves at Oo Min. During the afternoon we continue to trek through villages and open agricultural land, visiting Di Gone before arriving at Nawa Taung.  We dine in the village and overnight in another monastery.

This morning will be spent experiencing traditional village life in Nan Ta La Te, before the day’s trek begins. Then it’s on to Kgone Hla for lunch. This afternoon’s trek is considerably flatter than on previous days, but more exposed to the scorching sun. The route passes by rice paddy fields  and plantation fields, en route to the village of Hti Taing where we spend the night.

Spend the day exploring the beautiful Inle lake. Visit the ruins of In Dein before heading to the lake’s morning market where surrounding hill tribes come to trade their wares. Other highlights include many floating gardens, Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, the weaving village of Inpawkhone and a cheroot factory, where the typical Burmese cigars are made. Transfer to hotel to spend the afternoon at leisure.

Be sure to swap contact details with new friends and trekking partners, before arriving back in the UK early this morning.