Introductory | Important Information | How to get to Myanmar

Climate

Myanmar has a tropical climate with three distinct seasons: the cool season from November to February which is dry and with temperatures ranging from 21C to 28C; the hot season from March to May with average temperatures in the 30s and occasionally over 40C; the rainy season from May to the beginning of October with frequent short rainstorms and humidity.

Health

Please consult your physician about immunisation requirements (malaria and hepatitis are recommended). You should drink only bottled water and exercise caution when eating from small local restaurants.

Currency

The local currency in Myanmar is the kyat (pronounced 'chat'). Foreign visitors are strongly advised to bring sufficient funds of US dollars in cash. Traveller cheques and other foreign currencies can be difficult and time - consuming to cash. At this stage the usage of credit cards (mainly Visa and Mastercard) is possible at some places as well at the Bayview Beach Resort. The charges are mostly in Singapore Dollar.

Beaches

Myanmar still has really unspoiled and untouched beaches. The most typical one is Ngapali Beach, where life stands still. You can relax in the shadow of palmtrees, walk for several kilometres along white beach and watch the daily work of fishermen or just clear your mind with a mild breeze coming from the Gulf of Bengal.

Electricity

220 Volt