The 10 Best Outdoor Activities in Shan State, Myanmar

August 21, 2021 Jeremy Dunfee

Shan State (Burmese: ရှမ်းပြည်နယ်, pronounced [ʃáɴ pjìnɛ̀]; Shan: မိူင်းတႆး [mə́ŋ.táj]) is a state of Myanmar. Shan State borders China to the north, Laos to the east, and Thailand to the south, and five administrative divisions of Burma in the west. Largest of the 14 administrative divisions by land area, Shan State covers 155,800 km², almost a quarter of the total area of Burma. The state gets its name from the Shan people, one of several ethnic groups that inhabit the area. Shan State is largely rural, with only three cities of significant size: Lashio, Kengtung, and the capital, Taunggyi. Taunggyi is 150.7 km north east of the nation's capital Naypyitaw.
Restaurants in Shan State

1. Ko Min - Kalaw Trekking Guide

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Ko Min - Kalaw Trekking Guide

Kalaw to Inle Trek (Off the beaten track) Kalaw to Inle trekking tour is one of the most tourist attraction in Myanmar.We can arrange the trek tour to less tourist route(off the beaten track).The less tourist route is perfect way to explore the way of life of local people and full insight of Myanmar culture.The off the beaten track,you can see the authentic Myanmar.We will show you daily life of local people,the culture and gorgeous scenery beauty.You will be in different tribal village,sightseeing in the tribal village,among the vegetable farm and forest capped mountain are the main attraction of this trip. We can organise (1)Three days two nights trek tour from Kalaw to Inle(off the beaten track) (2)Two days one night trek tour from Kalaw to Inle(off the beaten track) (3)Day return trek tour around Kalaw

2. Oriental Ballooning - Inle Lake

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Oriental Ballooning - Inle Lake

Nestled between the mountains of the southern Shan State lies one of Myanmar's top destinations, spectacular Inle Lake, in the Southern Shan Hills, with the scenery providing stunning panoramic views. Flying over stilted villages, leg-rowing fishermen, floating gardens and layered mountains as a backdrop, Inle Lake is probably the most extraordinary place in the world to fly in a hot air balloon.

3. Eagle Trekking

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Eagle Trekking

New Trekking Trail If you want to see the real dayly life of Myanmar local people. You will need for trekking: - ‎Sunscreen - ‎Sun Glasses - ‎Warm clothes for the cold evenings and night. - ‎Earplugs - ‎light sleeping bag - ‎Blister tape - ‎Small torch Or Phone with the light.( Be careful when you go toilet can drop into the loo) - ‎Towel ans Soap ( Cold bucket shower in the camp or Home stay. - ‎Tissue/ Toilet paper - ‎Sanitizer - ‎Good walking Shoes - ‎Mosquito repellent - ‎Pain Killer ( If need). My trekking is not only walking on the trekking trails and forest. To chat my experianced trekking guide and villagers. Eagle TREKKING is not only trekking , I do biking , Camping trip, Learn Tradational Myanmar dancing class, Tatoo,ATV off- road adventure trip,Bird watching, Trekking and biking combine trip to Kalaw- Inle lake or Inle lake to Kalaw or Kalaw to Pindaya or Pindaya to Kalaw. To see day life the people and enjoy with very beautiful landscapes where we hiking. Let's do it now.

4. Kyi's Web

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Kyi's Web

My name is Kyi, in Myanmar (Burma) language pronounced "G" - like guide. I have been working as a guide in Kalaw, surroundings and Inle Lake since 1999. I arrange treks for single persons, couples and for groups. The treks are easy, middle, difficult or adventure. It takes from one day to eight days depending on your needs.

5. Balloons Over Inle

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Balloons Over Inle

One of the beautiful ways to experience one of Myanmar’s most scenic and cultural attractions. Local Inthar fishermen looking for the first catch of the day and boats laden full of produce on their way to the market through a maze of green floating canals. Breakfast is taken next to one of the beautiful Shan villages wherever we land.

6. Grasshopper Adventures

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Grasshopper Adventures

Grasshopper Adventures offers guided mountain bike tours on high quality, imported bikes. We mix culture, food and stunning scenery with boats, kayaks and fun. We can cater to all ages and abilities with a variety of tour options. We also have shops in Mandalay & Bagan and can offer half day, full day and multi-day tours across Myanmar

7. Firefly Adventure Myanmar

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Firefly Adventure Myanmar

This small company is run by a local family from the mountain(Palaung) ethnic minority. All the guide are from the mountain villages, well trained and well known about the region, knowledgeable and fluent in English. They speak few local languages and Chinese. They are very friendly, willing to help you. They try to improve the company and fulfill for tourist's expectation who is looking for the trekking tour, outdoor tour, Eco-tour in Northern Shan state (Hsipaw region). For people who want to trek and visit the mountain region, learn and explore the mountain people,ethnicity (tribe)’s culture, life style, their tradition, agriculture and the nature, river boat trip and so on.

8. Myanmar Adventure Outfitters

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Myanmar Adventure Outfitters

Myanmar Adventure Outfitters is a responsible eco-tourism company focused on connecting travellers to the richness of the local cultures and scenery through participating in adventure activities like hiking, mountain biking, motorcycling, standup paddleboarding, waterfall explorations, and overnight stays in local villages of Lahu, Lisu, Kachin, Wa, Shan or Palaung ethnic backgrounds. We use our profits to impact the local communities our travelers encounter on their adventures!

9. Mr. Bike Hsipaw Trekking

City Center Hsipaw, Hsipaw Myanmar +95 9 786 565443 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/mrbikehsipaw
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Mr. Bike Hsipaw Trekking

Hsipaw Jungle Trekking is a small local community business set up and run solely by Mr. Bike, a local guide who speaks fluent English and two local dialects. We aim to provide local and international travelers with a genuine experience into the nature of northern Shan hills and life of the local ethnic people in a socially and environmentally responsible way.

Reviewed By Danny_Esmee - Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar

Best trekking i have ever done. Great guides, spectacular nature anf untouched nature. Definitely recommend everyone who likes trekking to go with Mr. Bike. Very affordable too!

10. Yu Mon & Phyo's Trekking

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Yu Mon & Phyo's Trekking

Yu Mon & Phyo are a young married local couple who offer guided hillside trekking tours out of Kalaw. They previously worked for one of the largest trekking companies in the area so they have lots of experience to offer their guests. They decided to venture out on their own so that they could offer a more personalized, authentic experience to travelers. Their treks go through a less-travelled route which include spectacular mountain views, hillside local villages, rice paddy fields and waterfalls. You are unlikely to encounter many other tourists on your route with Yu Mon & Phyo. They offer 1 day treks around Kalaw and 2 and 3 day overnight treks from the Kalaw area to Inle Lake. Come join Yu Mon and Phyo for an authentic local experience!

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