Kawthaung on the Myanmar/Burma side (formally known as “Victoria Point”) is the southernmost border town in Burma. This bustling little fishing town lives off the border trade to and from Thailand and is the entry point to the Mergui Archipelago boasting over 800 tropical islands. Visit the local market to buy souvenirs, enjoy the “Victoria Point”, the “King Bayint Naung” Statue and the Pyidawaye Pagoda on the hill overlooking the entire town with magnificent views across the Pakchan River to Ranong. Half-day sightseeing tours around Kawthaung can be organised on departure or arrival day of one of our Islands Safaris.
Across the Pakchan River lays the border town Ranong (Ranong Province in southern Thailand). The river, which forms a natural boundary between Thailand and Myanmar, runs all the way up to Kra Buri (“Istmus of Kra”) 50km south of Chumphon, which is also the trading gate way from northern to southern Thailand. Ranong Province is famous for it’s fertile ground attracting rubber tree-, palm oil-, and cashew nut plantations. Natural hot springs, waterfalls and lush tropical rainforest can be found in the area.
How to get There
Kawthaung can be reached from Yangon by any domestic airlines during the whole year. Trip to Andaman Club Golf/Casino on Tha Htay Kyun can be organised. For flight schedules and prices, please contact our sales office. Ranong can be reached by mini bus from Surat Thani (3-4 Hours) or Phuket (4-5 Hours) or from Bangkok with the overnight air-con VIP bus (8-9 hours). There are several regular daily flights from Bangkok to Surat Thani and Phuket with Thai Air or Air Asia. For flight schedules and detailed prices, please contact our sales offices. Day trips around Ranong and the neghbouring islands Koh Chang and Koh Phayam can be organised.
