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Although things can get busy, November through February is the best time to visit Myanmar. During this period, the beaches are irresistible, the water activities most enjoyable, the sunrises and sunsets are unforgettable. At this time, you have an excellent chance to explore the Hlawga National Park or mud volcanoes of Minbu.
The spring is quite hot, but you will have a chance to witness Novitiation Ceremony and Padauk blossom. Note that roads in Myanmar become impassable during the monsoon season from May to October.

30 things to do in Myanmar

Rain Retreat Meditation

July 20–October 18, 2024 Activity

You don't need to be a Buddhist to practice meditation, developed by Buddha and called Insight Meditation, or Vipassana

U Bein Bridge

November–May Activity

Discover the oldest teak span in the world made of the remains of a royal palace during the dry season when it peaks high above the water

Novitiation Ceremony or Shinbyu

March–April Event

In the Myanmar Buddhist tradition boys under the age of twenty have to enter the Buddhist Order

Wine Season

August–October | February–May Activity

Vineyards appear amongst the paddy-fields of Burma

Visit Botataung Pagoda

November–May Activity

Discover this significant religious site for Buddhists—the gleaming Botataung pagoda, lesser known of “the three pagodas” of Yangon

Alaungdaw Kathapa National Park

January–April Nature

Discover the mystical and spiritual heart of Myanmar’s Alaungdaw Kathapa National Park

River Cruising

November–February Activity

Explore this breathtaking exotic country by cruising along the famous rivers of Myanmar

Birdwatching

September–April Nature

This unspoiled country provides the kind of subjects most wildlife photographers can only dream about, including rare tropical birds

Thadingyut Festival of Lights

October 16-18, 2024 Event

If you see that all the houses and public buildings, parks, and monuments of Myanmar are colorfully illuminated everywhere, you should know that this is the Festival of Lights!

Thingyan Water Festival or New Year Celebration

April 13–April 16 Event

Water throwing awaits the residents of towns and villages in Myanmar after the arrival of a tropical spring

Manaw Festival

early January Event

The Kachin Manao Festival is a traditional New Year celebration

Inle Lake Activities

November–February Nature

Visit Burma’s most unique region that gives visitors plenty of things to do

Hlawga National Park

November–February Nature

A great display of Myanmar nature is available at Hlawga National Park in Yangon!

Padauk Blossom

mid-April Nature

They say that under this tree Tissa Buddha himself was enlightened, and now it is a national symbol of the country

Tazaungdaing Light Festival

November 14–15, 2024 Event

The Tazaungdaing Lights Festival has its own unique and distinctive beauty and plays a huge role in the spiritual life of the Myanmar people

Mud Volcanoes of Minbu

November–February Nature

Discover Mud Volcanoes in Minbu which are less deadly and more holy

Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda Festival

October 4–29, 2024 Event

One of the most famous festivals in the Shan State is the Phaung Daw Oo pagoda festival, which is celebrated for 18 days

Chinlone

October Activity

An unusual combination of sport and dance

Ananda Pagoda Festival

January 25 - February 09 Event

Massive celebration in the most beautiful temple of Bagan

Rice Harvest

April–May | November–December Food

Myanmar is considered the sixth-largest rice-producing country in the world.

Ferry Ride from Yangon to Dala

November–February Activity

A picturesque way of crossing the Yangon River

Wearing Thanaka

November–February | April 13–April 16 Event

For many travelers to Myanmar, the most notable sight is the yellowish paste called Thanaka, painted on the faces of Burmese women and children

Air Ballooning over Bagan

October–mid April Activity

Hot air ballooning over the temples in Bagan slowly and magnificently reveals the secrets of the old city

Cycling

November–May Activity

One of the best ways to see Buddhist temples, ancient sites, and breathtaking gardens

Balloon Festival in Taunggyi

October 28–November 3, 2024 Event

This picturesque mountain valley welcomes fans of an unusual art—the manufacture and launch of unmanned balloons

Lahpet Harvest and Preparation

April–October Food

Termed ‘laphet' in Burmese, this pickled tea is not only unique to the country but is also one of the most important national delicacies

Trekking through Myanmar's Himalayas

October–November | February Activity

Take the opportunity to discover Myanmar's Himalayas, the highest mountains in Southeast Asia

Myanmar Independence Day

January 4 Event

From the early morning of January 4, the bells in Buddhist temples start to ring. Gongs and beeps can be heard on the rivers. On this day in 1948, Burma gained independence

Vegetarian Dishes

July 20–October 18, 2024 Food

Buddhists strictly adhere to the rules during the Buddhist Lent as well as Uposatha sabbath days

New Year's Eve

December 31 Event

Escape a cold and nasty New Year's Eve in one of Myanmar's summery celebration spots

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