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Diving is one of the most exciting and unforgettable part of an adventurous trip. There are several diving sites in Myanmar and the best ones out of them include Myeik Archipelago (Mergui Archipelago), Ngapali Beach & Ngwesaung Beach.
Myeik Archipelago (Mergui Archipelago)
Myeik Archipelago is located in the southernmost part of Myanmar and it is home to over 800 scenic islands and beautiful coral reefs. The islands and the sea are alive with a variety of plants and marine life. The underwater scenery of Myeik Archipelago is one of the most wonderful view you'll ever see.
Diving industry in the Myeik Archipelago isn't as developed as in other areas as it was off-limits to outsiders since the 1940s until it was opened again for toursim in 1997. Most of the islands in the Archipelago still remain untouched and unspoiled, partly due to the fact that most areas of the Archipelago are still yet to be explored.
The best time to dive is between December and April.
Dive Sites in Mergui Archipelago
1. Western Rocky
2. Sea Fans Pinnacle
3. Boulder Rock
4. McCarthy Rock
5. Stewart Rock
6. Cavern Rock
7. High Rock
8. Rocky It
9. Shark Cave
10. South Twin
11. North Twin
12. Gorgeous anchorage
13. Black Rock
14. Horse Shoe Island
15. Colona Rock
16. Great Swinton
17. Burma Bank
18. Little Torres
19. Peacock Island
20. Pu Nala
21. Rocky Island
22. Freddie's Pass
23. North Sentinel
24. Stewart Island
25. Horsburgh Island
26. McLeod Island
27. Davis Island
28. Barwell Island
29. North Rock
30. Clara Island
Ngapali Beach
Ngapali Beach is located 7 km away from Thandwe in Rakhine State. The name "Ngapali" has no meaning in Burmese and it is derived from the Italian word "Napoli" as the beach was supposedly named by an Italian. It is known to be the most popular beach in Myanmar. There are many high-end resorts along the beach and the peak tourist season of Ngapali Beach is from November to March.
The best time to dive is between November and April.
Ngwesaung Beach
Ngwesaung Beach is located 48 km west of Pathein in Ayerwaddy Region. Ngwesaung Beach is still not as developed and commercialised as the nearby more popular Chaungtha Beach as it was established much later.
The best time to dive is between November and April.
