2 days

About this activity

Itinerary

Day 1: Visit hat making village, learn about cooperative fishing & dolphin conservation, lunch in village, overnight in tents

Stop At: Ayeyarwady River, Myanmar
Travel upriver from Mandalay to Myit Kyan Gyi Village visiting a hat making village and a cooperative fishing villages along the way, where you will learn about dolphin conservation and have lunch. Look for dolphins along the way.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Lunch: Local food hosted by a community (vegetarian options available / please inform us about any dietary restrictions)
• Dinner: Local food hosted by a community (vegetarian options available / please inform us about any dietary restrictions)
Accommodation included: Overnight in Deluxe Tents on a river island near a fishing community

Day 2: Early morning dolphin watching, learn how to throw a cast net, visit She Ma Ga Sacred Forest, visit Mingun Pagoda

Stop At: Ayeyarwady River, Myanmar
Early morning dolphin watching in fishing boats. Travel downriver stopping at She Ma Ga Sacred Forest and Mingun Pagoda.
Duration: 5 hours

Stop At: Mingun Pahtodawgyi, Mingun Myanmar
Visit Mingun Pagoda before returning to Mandalay.
Duration: 45 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Local food prepared by the community (vegetarian options available / please inform us of any dietary restrictions)
• Lunch: Local food prepared by the community (vegetarian options available / please inform us of any dietary restrictions)
No accommodation included on this day.

Included

1x Breakfast
1x Dinner
2x Lunch
Accommodation included: 1 night
Pick up & drop off at hotel/guesthouse
Dolphin conservation fund ($8)
English speaking guide
Fishermen’s boats to see dolphins & cooperative fishing
Carbon offset for transport fuel ($2)
Mingun Entrance Ticket
Overnight accommodation in deluxe tent
Roundtrip transportation on the Living Irrawaddy Boat
TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
Water, tea and fruit on the boat (no disposable water bottles, refillable only)
Entry/Admission - Mingun Pahtodawgyi

Not included

Drinks (soda, beer, wine) – available on the boat for extra charge
Gratuities

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Infants must sit on laps
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Not wheelchair accessible
Toiletries (please use biodegradable soap only)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Things to Bring
Money for handicrafts, drinks and tips
Hat and sunscreen
Camera, binoculars
Change of clothes & light jacket for the evening
Minimum numbers apply (2 people per trip minimum). There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Shirt that covers your shoulders (for sun and temples)
Towel, swimsuit and sandals for bathing
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate