Ecotourism sites in Myanmar
Meinmahla Kyun Wildlife Sanctuary
Meinmahla Kyun Wildlife Sanctuary located between 10'05' N and 95'18' E in Bogalay Township of Ayeyawaddy Division. It is 52.79 square miles area and established in 1986.
How to access?
Yangon to Bogalay, 99 miles by river launch and Bogalay to Meinmahla Kyun, 12 miles by small motorboat.
What you can see?
Flora and fauna
Mangrove species such as Kanazo, Madama, Thame, Thayaw, Kambala, Thinbaung, etc. are present.
otter, sambar, hog deer, wild boar, crab-eating kra, wild dog, turtles and tortoises, estuarine crocodiles, fish, prawn, crab and 34 bird species are know to occur in the area and Ayeyawaddy Dolphine is said to occur occasionally in the area.
Opportunities for Study and Recreation
- Study and research on mangrove conservation with the practice of natural regeneration method.
- Study on mangrove ecosystem.
- Bird watching.
- Study on behavior of wildlife including reptiles, mammals and aquatic animals.
- Study on the egg-laying of marine turtle at Kadonlay nesting beach: 10 miles away from the sanctuary, during November to January.
- Conducting of socio-economic survey on local people at seaside.
CROCODILE SANCTUARY AT BOGALE AND MAIN-MA-HLA ISLAND�
A Study of Crocodile nature can be done at Ayeyarwaddy Delta area. Bogale and Mein-ma-hla Island are situated at a place where seawater and fresh water meets, which is a superb nature for crocodiles, reptiles and mammals, mangrove ecosystem and shore birds. Take a bus to Bogale and by boat to Byone Hmwe village. Study the nature of Birds, mangrove forest and continue to Main-ma-hla wildlife sanctuary by boats to watch crocodiles and glow worms. Visit to fishing villages and nature of people and their way of living.
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Hponkan Razi Wildlife Sanctuary
Location
It is located on the Himalayan Mountain Range in north part of the country
Area
2,730.76 sq km
Access
It is very mountainous with rugged terrain and fast-flowing streams and incorporates Mt. Hponkan Razi (3,485m, snow-capped mountain). It is land locked with no transportation except by footpath. But it is not difficult and only soft trek.
Forest/Vegetation Type
Vegetation is primarily hill evergreen forest, which has Red Goal, Barking Deer, Gibbon and various mammal species.
Wildlife
322 bird species have been recorded include waterfowl and mountain birds in this sanctuary.
The highlight would be Blyth's Tragopan, Temminck's Tragopan, Sclater's Monal, Rufous-necked Hornbill, Blyth's Kingfisher, Ibisbill, White-bellied Heron, Silver-breasted Broadbill, Long-tailed Broadbill, Spotted Nutcracker, Golden Bush Robin, White-crowned Bush Robin, Rufous-breasted Bush Robin, Rusty-bellied Shortwing, Spotted Forktail, Red-throated Thrush, Rufous-tailed Thrush, Beautiful Nuthatch, Coal Tit, Yellow-cheeked Tit, Yellow-browed Tit, Chestnut-headed Tesia, Grey-bellied Tesia, Slaty-bellied Tesia, Hill Prinia, Brownish-flanked Bush Warbler, Russet Bush Warbler, Ashy-throated Warbler, White-spectacled Warbler, Grey-hooded Warbler, Black-faced Warbler, Chestnut-backed Laughingthrush, Rufous-chinned Laughingthrush, Black-faced Laughingthrush, Rufous-necked Laughingthrush, Rufous-vented Laughingthrush, Red-billed Scimitar Babbler, Coral-billed Scimitar Babbler, Scaly-breasted Wren Babbler, Spotted Wren Babbler, Snowy-throated Babbler, Green Shrike Babbler, Black-eared Shrike Babbler, Red-faced Leiothrix, Streak-throated Fulvetta, Nepal Fulvetta, White-naped Yuhina, Fire-tailed Myzornis, Grey-headed Parrotbill, Lesser Rufous-headed Parrotbill, Greater Rufous-headed Parrotbill, Scarlet Finch, Plain Mountain Finch, Black-headed Greenfinch, Red Crossbill, Grey-headed Bullfinch and Yellow-throated Bunting.
Opportunities for Study and Recreation
In addition one can make observation of butterfly, insect, plant and orchid, do adventure and trekking to Mt. Hponkan Razi (3,506m, snow capped mountain)
To study of traditional culture, custom and system of living of the hill tribes such as Kachin, Rawan, Lisu and Myanmar-Tibet.
The best time to go is during November to April.
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Hukaung Tiger Reserve
Location
Hukaung Valley Wildlife Sanctuary is located in upper Chindwin the north part of the country, near the Green Peafowl Myanmar-India border (some parts of this sanctuary is situated on Naga Hill).
Area
6,459.357sq.km
Forest/Vegetation Type
Vegetation is dominated by dense lowland evergreen, temperate mountain and subtropical mountain forests.
Wildlife
In these forests, Indochinese Tiger (at least 20 to 24 individuals), Leopard, Clouded Leopard, Wild Elephant (at least 250 to 300 individuals), Malayan Sun Bear, Himalayan Black Bear, Gaur, Wild Buffalo and various species of mammal may be viewed.
In this sanctuary not only lowland bird species but also mountain bird species can be observed.
Only 247 bird species have been recorded, but it is believed that others are yet to be discovered.
The highlight species in forest would be Green Peafowl, Rufous-necked Hornbill, Golden-throated Barbet, Sultan Tit, Asian Paradise-flycatcher and Black Redstart. Green Peafowl, White-winged Duck, Wood Snipe, Great Thick-knee, Lesser Fish Eagle, White-bellied Heron, Black-necked Stork, Lesser Adjutant and Spot-billed Pelican may be viewed on river banks, in rivers and forests that are near rivers. And also this sanctuary area is call as Elephant City.
This site has about 200 individuals of domesticated elephant. Many domesticated elephant can be seen in a limited area at one time. There elephants graze in the natural forests.
In this region, elephants are used for agriculture especially plantation of the paddy and transportation. The paddy fields are ploughed and harrowed by elephants as cattle for plantation.
Opportunities for Study and Recreation
The observation of the unique traditional plantation with elephants, study of the recalling technique of elephants in their pasture (natural forest), long trips on elephant riding in the natural forest and along the Ledo Road, bird watching and plant or orchid observation on the elephant back can be made.
In addition, butterfly watching, plant and orchid surveying, visiting the world famous Ledo Road (or Stilwell), adventure trip in the rivers and streams by boat or canoe.
Observation the traditional culture, custom and system of living of local Naga, Lisu, Kachin ethnic nations and studying the unique fishing activities by Lisu hill tribes can be also made.
The world famous Ledo (or Stilwell) road is situated in Hukaung Valley Wildlife Sanctuary.
During the Second World War, the road was built by American (28,000 engineers and 35,000 native laborers) over a period of two years, planned as rout from Assam in India to Kunming in China, was meant to assists Allied forces with track and supplies for their push against the Japanese into Indochina.
Here you can see the some parts of the old tank cars, American supplies and old oil storage tanks which were used during the Second World War.
The best time to go is from November to April.
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Indawgyi Wetland Wildlife Sanctuary
ASEAN Heritage and Largest Inland Lake in South East Asia
Location
This site is located in Moenyin Township, Kachin State, and northern part of Myanmar.
Access
Hoepin is the closest town to Indawgyi Lake and is accessible by car from Myitgyina as well as by plain from Yangon or Mandalay. And then proceed to lake by car and it is about 23.8 km away from Hoepin.
Area
Total area is 775.25 sq km [299 sq miles] and covers moist upper mixed deciduous and semi-evergreen forests are found on the mountainous terrains.
The lake lies in a north-south elongated basin with flat plains. The north-south length is 23.8 km and width is 10 km. The depth of water body varies between 15.88 km to 23.8 km. The lake is 175 m above sea level and covers 12000 ha which is the largest inland lake of South East Asia and the third largest lake in the world. In addition, the inhabitants believe that the lake is looked after by powerful spirits, known as Dragon. The eastern side of the lake is mountainous terrain that is rising to 1175 m. The hill to the west and north are more extensive and rising to 1500 m.
Year of Establishment
Indawgyi Wetland Wildlife Sanctuary is established in 1999 for the protection of waterfowls and their habitats as well as their neighbouring catchments area.
Wildlife
In this forests, Wild Elephant, Leopard, Bear, Serow, Gaur, Banteng, Red Goral, Gibbon, Macaque, Sambhur Deer, Barking Deer, Wild Dog, Golden Jackal, Wild Boar, Hog Badger, Civet and other mammals may be viewed.
In this sanctuary not only water birds but also forest birds (recorded in 326 bird species) can be observed. A birdwatcher paradise with many hundreds of Ruddy Shelduck, Bar-headed Goose, Greyleg Goose, Northern Shoveler, Tufted Duck, Common Crane and Brown-headed Gull.
In addition many rare species of waterfowls and forest birds can be viewed including Red-crested Pochard, Grey-headed Lapwing, Sarus Crane, Lesser Adjutant, Black-necked Stork, Woolly-necked Stork, White-rumped Vulture, Slender-billed Vulture, Blue-bearded Bee-eater and Brahminy Kite.
The lake habitats include open water, herbaceous marsh, floating mats, limited emerged bed and extensive area of submerged macrophytes.
A total of 64 species of fish were recorded in the lake basin. Three of these species are endemic to Myanmar.
The only endemic species found in the lake was catfish Akysis prashadi.
Forest/Vegetation Type
Water hyacinth, known locally as Baeda is common.
Opportunities to study and relax
One may also study butterflies and plants.
Traditional fishing or visit historically famous Shwe Myint Zu Pagoda that is situated on the western side of lake.
The best time to go is from middle of October to May.
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Pho Kyar Elephant Camp
Location
It is located on the Bago (Pegu) Yoma mountain range in the Southern Myanmar.
Forest/Vegetation Type
Vegetation is characterized by moist upper mixed deciduoes forest, dry upper mixed deciduous forest and lower mixed deciduous forest.
Wildlife
These forests are home for Wild Elephant, Leopard, Barking Deer, Sambhar Deer, Guar, Banteng and other mammals.
In this site only 104 birds species have been recorded but it is believed that others are get to be discovered. Highlight would be Oriental Pied Hornbill, Grey-capped Pygmy and Yellow-crowned Woodpeckers, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater, Pompadour Green, Yellow-footed Green and Green Imperial Pigeons, , Golden-fronted Leafbird, White-rumped Shama and Velvet-fronted Nuthatch. In this elephant camp, elephant riding in the forest at mountian range, watching the elephant shows and study of the demonstrations of logging with elephants can be made.
Opportunities for Study and Recreation
In addition one can also trek in the forest at mountain range. Besides teak forest , plant, butterfly, and life of the elephant keepers( mahouts ) and local people can be observed.
Recommend to visit all the year round but the best time for bird watching is form October to May.
Opportunities for Study and Recreation
Studying Arakan Forest Turtle (Myanmar endemic Turtle), butterfly watching, plant and orchid surveying, trekking and adventure in the natural forest at the Arakan Mountain Range, and observation of the traditional culture and system of living of local Rakhine tribe are possibilities.
Recommend to visit all the year round but the best time to bird watching is during November to April.
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Chatthin Wildlife Sanctuary
Location
Located between 23'36' N and 92'32' E in Kanbalu Township of Sagaing Division.
Area
103.55 square miles.
Year of Establishment
Established in 1941.
Access
Yangon via Mandalay to Chatthin, 502 miles by rail.
Yangon via Mandalay to Shwebo, 577 miles by car, Shwebo to Chatthin, 80 miles by car
Objectives
To conserve and protect the Dry Forest Ecosystem and related biological species.
To preserve one of the World's endangered animals, Thamin spp. (Cervus eldi Thamina) which can be found only in Myanmar and to maintain an optimum number for the existence of this species.
To establish an out-door laboratory to study the ecology of Thamin and the biodiversity.
To establish a centre for public recreation and natural environmental education.
To upgrade the sanctuary to promote ecotourism.
Forest/vegetative Types
Low Indaing Forests
High Indaing Forests
Flooded Indaing Forests
Upper Mixed Deciduous Forests
Grass Savanna Matric Forests
Wildlife
Macaca species, barking deer, wild boar, wild dog, leopard, cat species, bats and Guano species, amphibian species and 158 species of birds and approximately 1530 numbers of Thamin reside in the park.
Conservation, Development and Research Programmes
Conservation of wildlife and natural forests.
Establishment of natural regeneration and plantation in the buffer-zero and taungya encroachment areas.
Construction of rest houses in Kye-In to facilitate ecotourism schemes.
Education works for conserving natural ecology with the assistance and aid of the Smithsonion Institution from the United Ststes of America.
With the assistance and aid of Smithsonian Institution
Promoting ecotourism.
Study of the Dry Forest ecosystem
Enjoyment of the natural beauty of the famous Kye-In wetland.
Study on the advanced research works on wildlife.
Study on the medicinal plants, climbers and biodiversity museum in Chatthin Wildlife sanctuary.
Accommodation facilities
Rest house in San Myaung and another temporary building, each of which can accommodate 4 guests.
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Moyingyi Wetland Sanctuary
Location
Located between 17'34' N and 96'35' E in Bago and Waw Townships of Bago Division.
Area
40 square miles.
Year of Establishment
Established in 1986.
Access
70 miles from Yangon along the Yangon-Bago-Pyinpongyi Highway
Objectives
To conserve resident and migratory water birds and their habitats.
To conduct scientific research on resident and migratory water birds in cooperation with international scientific organizations.
To organize extension programmes to educate the public on the importance of wetland ecosystem and public participation in wetland conservation activities.
Forest/vegetative Types
More then twenty species of aquatic grass and herb (Emergent macrophytes) including kaing grass and water are present in the sanctuary and Notsaba(Oxyza officinalis) grow particularly in shallow aera of the sanctuary. Especially Kaing grasslands are the most suitable breeding ground for water birds.
Conservation, Development and Research Programmes
Conservation of water birds and their habitats.
Conducting research on resident and migratory water birds in cooperation with international scientific organizations and conversation and management training courses.
Implementation of wetland conservation and management programmes.
Construction of basic infrastructure such as an information center, a rest house, a restaurant and two bird observation towers needed for the promotion of ecotourism and in joint-venture with a privately owned company, Shweyiwin Co.,Ltd, to promote ecotourism.
Wildlife
Water bird species - (42) Nos
Shore bird species - (33) Nos
According to the census conducted in January, 1998 it is noted that a total number of (4529) birds inhabited the Moeyingyi wetland wildlife sanctuary.
Opportunities for Study and Recreation
Watching resident and migratory water birds and enjoyment of natural view near Yangon.
Conducting research activities on wetland ecosystem.
Study wetland environment by boat.
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Khakaborazi National Park
Location
Located between 28'05' N and 97'44' E in Naungmung Township of Kachin State.
Area
1,472 square miles.
Year of Establishment
Established in 1996.
Access
Yangon to Myitkyina, 920 miles by car or 723 miles by train, Myitkyina to Putao, 218 miles, and Putao to Naungmung, 35 miles by car.
Objectives
To conserve natural forests and wildlife in the northen part of Myanmar.
To establish and maintain a national park of high quality and up to the standard of modern environmental conservation policies.
To promote the present status to an ecotourism industry of high standard on Kakaborazi, the highest mountain in Myanmar with 29,698 feet in height and other significantly beautiful scenery.
To conserve watersheds in the area where the Ayeyawady River originates.
To carry out development activities for Himalayan Mountain Region in cooperation with the international organizations.
Forest/vegetative Types
Evergreen Forests
Hill Pine Forests
Moist Upper Mixed Deciduous Forests
Conservation, Development and Research Programmes
Effective prohibitory actions against poaching and illegal trade of rare species.
Conducting field studies to reval new plant and animal species.
Conducting necessary field studies to promote and implement an ecotourism industry of high standard.
Conservation of traditional culture, custom and way of living of local indigenous people.
Wildlife
In addition to rare species such as Takin, Musk Deer, Blue Sheep, Black Barking Deer, Phet Gyi (Muntiaus putaoensis), mammal species and insects such as butterflies are present.
Opportunities for Study and Recreation
Climbing snow-capped mountains.
Study environmental situations occuring at the origin of the Ayeyawady River.
Enjoyment of beautiful natural features.
Exploration for new plant and animal species.
Study traditional culture, custom and system of living of local Rawang, Lisu and Myanmar-Tibet ethnic nationals.
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Nat Ma Taung National Park
Location
Located between 21'24' N and 93'55' E in Kanpet-let, Mindut and Matupi Townships of Chin State.
Area
279 square miles.
Year of Establishment
Established in 1994.
Access
Yangon to Bagan-Nyaung Oo, 320 miles by flight, Bagan-Nyaung Oo to Chauk, 18 miles by car, Chauk via Seikpyu to Hsaw, 68 miles by car and Hsaw to Kan-pet-let, 12 miles by car or Hsaw to Mindut, 42 miles by car.
Objectives
To conserve the watershed areas of Lemro river, Myitha river, Saw Chaung, Maw Chaung, Salin Chaung, Che Chaung, Yow Chaung, Mon Chaung, etc.
To conserve the scenic beauty of natural forests.
To conserve Mountain Ecosystem and prohibit illicit hunting.
To preserve 5 species of rare birds which can be found only in Myanmar, other native and migratory birds their habitats.
To preserve rare species of Myanmar Orchids.
To educate local people to shift from practising shifting cultivation to cultivating perennial plants and trees.
To promote and upgrade the park as an ecotourism attraction.
To attract tourists with water rafting and rapid-shooting during the rainy season while the river flow is rapid.
Forest/vegetative Types
Hill Evergreen Forests
Moist Upper Mixed Deciduous Forests
Pine Forests (above 9000 feet)
Hill Savannah
Wildlife
Mammals such as tiger, bear, wild boar, leopard, guar, serow, gibbon, etc. and 159 bird species, reptiles and butterfly are present.
Conservation, Development and Research Programmes
Education and prohibiting of shifting cultivation in the protected areas.
Inventory of forest flora.
Study and research on bird species and their natural habitats.
Establishment of modern Forest Village with the assistance of rule people to initiate a permanent Taungya planning system with perennial plants.
Conducting a field survey and inventory to promote and uograde the park for ecotourism industry.
Opportunities for Study and Recreation
Recreation and viewing of the natural mountain scenery.
Visiting the third highest Mountain in Myanmar which is (10018) feet high, and hiking a distance of 15 miles from the old Kan-pet-let city, or driving 10 miles by car from Kan-pet-let city and hiking another 5 miles to the mountain.
Observation of 159 bird species including 5 indigenous species and also Blyth's Tragopan, a very rare species.
Participation in organized Orchid Tours where the most attractive Myanmar Orchids exist.
Observing the traditional and cultural heritage of Chin people and their living systems.
Observing the natural forest and trees, especially Rhododendron arboreum.
Accommodation facilities
Accommodation for 5 persons at the guest house
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Popa Mountain Park
Location
Located between 20'53' N and 95'15' E in Kyaukpadaung Township of Mandalay Division.
Area
49.63 square miles.
Year of Establishment
Established in 1989
Access
Yangon via Pyay and Kyaukpadaung to Popa, 412 miles by car.
Yangon via Meikhtila and Kyaukpadaung to Popa, 400 miles by car.
Yangon via Nyaung-U, 320 miles by air and 37 miles by car.
Objectives
To preserve the forest area of Popa Mountain and to conserve the unique dry zone ecosystem and biodiversity with various plants and wildlife species.
To conserve the watersheds of near by reservoirs and dams including Kyetmauktaung Dam.
To ensure continuous flow of water supply to Kyaukpadaung and nearby villages from natural springs.
To conserve medicinal plants and climbers.
To preserve unique geological features and to conserve cultural and religious heritages.
To promote ecotourism.
Forest/vegetative Types
Than-Dahat Forests
Low Indaing Forests
Upper Mixed Deciduous Forests
Hill Evergreen Forests
Pine Forests
Hill Grassland
Wildlife
Monkey, barking deer, wild pig, jungle cat, wild dog and about 140 avifauna species inhabit the Popa area. The dusky leaf monkey is a scarce animal and about 150 monkeys live in the Popa Mountain Park.
Conservation, Development and Research Programmes
Conservation of natural forest
Enrichment planting with indigenous tree species.
Establishment of Popa Mountain Resorts, construction of mountain circuits and maintainance of golf course to facilitate recreation and promote ecotourism.
Conducting of research works on the conservation of flora and fauna.
Establishment of watershed Plantations.
Conservation and planting of medicinal plants and climbers.
Promoting, public awarness of environmental conservation.
Conducting of Socio-ecimomic surveys in nearby villages.
Implementation of buffer zone management.
Opportunities for Study and Recreation
Observing dry zone ecosystem, avifauna species and other wild animals.
Enjoyment of the natural beauty of Popa, Oasis of the Dry Zone.
Studying the naturally regenerated of sandalwood species.
Studying geological features and minerals from and extinct volcano which erupted 25,000 years ago.
Studying the natural forests by trekking on foot or on horseback along the forest paths.
Observing the medicinal plants and climbers and conducting field research works.
Enjoyment of natural beauty by car, horse or on foot and playing golf.
Lodging with meals at the Popa Mountain Resorts of the Forest Department.
Studying at the environmental education centre.
Accommodation facilities
Accommodation for about 16 persons at the Popa Guest House and about 6 persons at the "Yenge" Guest House.
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Shwesettaw Wildlife Park
Location
Located between 20'12' N and 94'35' E in Minbu, Setote-taya, Saku and Ngapeh Townships of Magwe Division.
Area
213.4 square miles.
Year of Establishment
Established as Wildlife Sanctuary in 1940 and strengthened with more staff in 1985.
Access
Yangon to Magwe, 331 miles by car and Magwe to Minbu, 2 miles by river-route and Minbu to Shwesettaw, 30 miles by car.
Objectives
To protect and conserve the endemic Shwethamin (Cervus eldithamin) deer of Myanmar.
To conserve the "Than-dahat" forest which is part of the Dry Zone Ecosystem and natural habitat of Shwethamin.
To conserve the important Mon and Manh watersheds.
To sustain the environs of the cherished Shwesettaw Buddhist heritage.
Forest/vegetative Types
Than-dahat Forest
Low 'Indaing' (Dry Dipterocarp) Forest
Dry Deciduous Forest
Wildlife
Bear, Gaur, Sambar, Barking Deer, Eld's deer, Wild boar and various types of wild cats, wild dogs and birds. In accordance with 1998 inventory, the population of thamin is increasing by (1088±269) and the rare Star turtoise (Geochelone platynota) is also present.
Conservation, Development and Research Programmes
Conservation of natural forests.
Conservation and maintenance of the buffer-Zone.
Conservation and protection of wildlife including the Myanmar Shwe Thamin.
Inventory and research on the natural habitats and ecosystem of shwethamin.
Upgrading of the area to promote ecotourism.
Educational programmes of environment conservation during religious festivals
Opportunities for Study and Recreation
Observation of the habits and habitats of the Myanmar Shwe Thamin.
Observation of the Dry Zone Ecosystem and wildlife.
Pilgrimage and homage to the footprint of Buddha.
Observation of life and habits of the rare reptile Star tortoise.
Observation of the culture of the Chin ethnic nationals.
Accommodation facilities
Accommodation for 20 persons at 2 guest houses.
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Myaing Hay Wun Elephant Camp
Location
Located in Taikkyi Township of Yangon Division.
Area
10 acres.
Year of Establishment
Established in 1986.
Access
Yangon to Pa-lon, 60 miles by car, Pa-lon to Kwan Ti Myaung, unmetalled road 8 miles, and Kwan Ti Myaung to Myaing Hay Wun, forest road 4.5 miles.
Objectives
To develop and promote from Elephant Nursing Camp to Myaing Hay Wun Elephant Research Camp.
Forest/vegetative Types
Than-dahat Forest
Low 'Indaing' (Dry Dipterocarp) Forest
Dry Deciduous Forest
Wildlife
Elephant, Gaur, Banteng, Barking deer. Wild boar, Hear Wild cat, Green Peafowl, Ruddy sheld duck, Hill myna, Blossom-headed parajeet, pheasant, Red jungle fowl, Quail, Dove, Duck, lesser tree duck, Butterflies, Moths, Snaker, Monitar lizard, Groung lizard, Grass lizard and Chameleon are present.
Conservation, Development and Research Programmes
Research on Elephant Artificial Inseminaion (EAI)
Increasing elephant population by Elephant Artificial Insemination (EAI) method.
Study reporduction of female elephant by feeding food additives.
Opportunities for Study and Recreation
Study of fishes and aquatic creatures in La-har-ma-nge fishpond and recreation by fishing.
Viewing of pyinkadoe plantation situated near Sinte and listening to the sound of birds.
Hiking and mountaineering in the forest.
Observing training of domestic elephants.
Elephants riding around the camp
Study of the capture of wild elephants
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Yangon Zoological Garden
Location
Located in Yangon.
Area
69.25 acres
Year of Establishment
Establishment in1906.
Access
Situated in close proximity of the Great Shwedagon Pagoda, Royal Lake, Aquarium, Karaweik Hall and Yangon Railway Station.
Objectives
To provide for public relaxation.
To help provide extra_ curriculum studies for students and general knowledge for enthusiasts in the fields of Zoology and Botany.
To educate and persuade the general public in the protection of wildlife.
To propagate and conduct research on the perpetutation of rare species of wild animals and birds
Forest/vegetative Types
About 300 tree species, totalling over 15000 trees, are planted. Thawkagyi, Linlun, Padiphyu, Meze, Karamek, Sagawa, Layhnyin, Zardeikpho, etc., are present.
Wildlife
59 species of mammals 60 species of birds and 18 species of reptiles, amounting to over 1300 species are kept in addition, elephant, rhinoceros, tapir, hippopotamus, camel, tiger, lion, deer, various species of monkeys, snake, tortoise, crocodile and various species of birds, a pair of tusks of the white elephant which died in 1219 during the region of King Thibaw, skeleton of a whale 72 feet in length and a statue of Stegosaurus are exhibited.
Conservation, Development and Research Programmes
Systematic feeding of animals rations formulated in accordance with approved standards for animal health.
Construction of the new animal enclosures and houses.
Assistance offered to students of Zoology and Veterinary Science in their studies and dissertations.
Opportunities for Study and Recreation
Playground for children on lawns in the shade of trees.
Rides on elephant-cart, horse-cart, elephants and horses.
Restaurant and public telephone.
Modern equipments including mini roller-coaster at the Amusement Park of international standard.
Free snake and elephant shows on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.
Easy access to the studies of fauna and flora.
Safety of visitors will looked after by police and security personnel on fulltime duty.
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Inle Lake Wildlife Sanctuary
Location
Located between 20'10' N and 97'02' E in Nyaung Shwe, Pinlaung and Peh Kon Townships of Southern Shan State. Elevation over 2900 feet.
Area
642.32 square miles.
Year of Establishment
Established in 1985.
Access
Yangon to Nyaung Shwe, 430 miles by car.
Yangon to Heho, 335 miles by air way and Heho to Nyaung Shwe, 14 miles by car.
Yangon via Thazi to Shwe Nyaung, 320 miles by train and Shwe Nyaung to Nyaung Shwe, 10 miles by car.
Forest/vegetative Types
Oryza granulate, Dalbergia spinosa, Hypericum prunizolium, Coladium spp., Desmodium oblongum, Enhydra zluctuans, Panicum sarmentosum grow on the natural floating islets. Salix tetrasperma, Ficus spp. Crataexa nurvala, Mitragyna parvizolia, Salmalia malabarica syn., Bombax malabaricum are found in shallow water or on the shores.
Objectives
To conserve and protect natural vegetation, wetland birds and fresh water fishes in Inlay sanctuary.
To conserve geological features and scenic beauty of mountain areas.
To conserve Inlay watershed and maintain water resoure for Law-Pi-Ta hydroelectric power plant.
To conserve and educate the local people in traditional floating agriculture practised by "In" lake-dwellers.
To upgrade the Sanctuary so as to promote ecotourism.
Conservation, Development and Research Programmes
Protection of land and wetland birds and conservation of their natural habitat and refuge.
Construction of bird watch-towers.
Cooperation with Inlay watershed conservation programme.
Implementation of environment conservation and research.
Wildlife
37 species of birds
27 species of wetland birds
14 species of migratory birds
40 psecies of freshwater fishes, otter and turtle
Opportunities for Study and Recreation
Observation of world renowned wetland ecosystem 2950 feet above sea level.
Observation and enjoyment of scenic beauty of the Shan plateau.
Observation and research on various types of birds.
Observation and of endemci fish species such as Ngapweh (Chaudhuria caudata) and Ngaku-Shinpa (Silurus bumanensis)
Observation of traditional floating agriculture practised by lake dwellers.
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Alaungdaw Kathapa national park
Location
It is located in Mingin township of Sagaing division, covering an area of 620.35 square miles.
Establishment
Established as a wildlife sanctuary in 1941 and opened as a national park in 1984.
Access
Yangon to Alungdaw Kathapa by car is 981 miles (1570 km). Yangon to Mandalay is 400 miles by air or land, and Mandalay to Alungdaw Kathapa (via Sagaing and Monywa) is 148 miles by car. You have to cross the Chindwin river.
Objectives
To conserve Biodiversity including flora and fauna. To study and research on ecosystem of plants and animals. To mange forest resources, including biodiversity by establishing as a national park in accordance with the sustainable production policy of natural resources To promote ecotourism.
Forest / vegetation types
Plants include moist upper mixed feciduous forests, dry upper mixed deciduous forests, lower mixed deciduous forests, indaing forests, pine forests.
Wildlife
Elephant, tiger, leopard, gaur, banteng, sambur, barking deer, jungle goat, mountain goat, bear, wild boar, jungle cat and many kinds of birds inhabit Alungdaw Kathapa.
Conservation, development and research programmes
Conservation of natural forests. Conservation of wildlife including tiger, Carrying out research works and conservation of tiher generations with the assistance of international organizations. Conservation of all-weather road from Kapaing village to Bayana camp. Conducting enviromental education programmes. Promoting ecotourism.
Opportunities for study and recreation
Worship at the place where Alungdaw Shinmahar Kathpa has been enshrined. Visiting and conducting research in the least disturbed forest types. Conducting research on tiger conservation and management. Observing intand avifauna species. Study of the growing condition of Kndaing forest and Pine forest.
Accommodation facilities
There are guesthouses, log cabins and camp sites in the park.
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Myeik (Mergui) Archipelago
Myeik (Mergui)
Archipelago, an enormous area features more than 800 pristine islands dotted through out the Andaman Sea of the coast between Myeik (Mergui) and Kawthaung (Victoria Point). Due to its virtual isolation, the islands and surrounding seas are alive with an amazing diversity of flora and fauna and very beautiful underwater scenes and marine life. Mergui Archipelago is famous as a destination for activities such as diving, snorkeling, sea kayaking, fishing and nature research. There are not many islands left in the world that pristine are as of islands in the Mergui Archipelago. It is possible to visit islands in the Archipelago and find no signs of human habitation.
Salone or Moken, Sea Gypsies of the Andaman Sea
Salone of the Andaman Sea presents accounts of the nomads who live in the Myeik (Mergui) Archipelago of southern Myanmar. The minority groups of the Northern branch of the Austronesian people have a very distinctive and peculiar culture: Most of the year they live on their boats. During the rainy season they live on land, grow some plants, but are not avid cultivators and make little use of their agricultural produce. They have developed a b cultural identity, but are nevertheless adapting to a changing environment. They still practice the same fishing and boat building techniques use for generations. They are skillful in diving and swimming. Their main livelihood is diving for pearl, collecting shells and other valuable resources in the sea.
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