24 August 2024
Hlawga Park, located near Yangon, offers a perfect escape from the city’s hustle and bustle, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in nature. The park is an ideal spot for birdwatching, trekking, and enjoying water activities like stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) and ADV boating.
To relieve stress from urban life, Hlawga Park provides a serene environment close to Yangon. Visitors can enjoy birdwatching with the help of experienced guides, making it a great option for both hobbyists and those seeking to learn more about bird species. The park also offers a relaxing lunch as part of the birdwatching experience.
For those who enjoy outdoor activities, trekking through the forest is available, while water enthusiasts can partake in SUP and ADV boating with family and friends. Even beginners can join in, as coaches are on hand to provide instruction. The cost for SUP is K15,000 on weekdays and K18,500 on weekends.
Visitors can easily reach the park via several YBS bus routes, including YBS 37 (Htaukkyant-Sule), YBS 41 (Mhawby-Thakin Mya Park), YBS 90 (Taikkyi-Thakin Mya Park), YBS 105 (Mhawby-Sule), YBS 106 (Okkan-Sule), YBS 96 (Htaukkyant-Thaketa), and YBS 116 (Htaukkyant-Sule). After getting off at the “Old 37 Gate” bus stop, visitors can enter the park via the Hlawga Park signboard along Yangon-Pyay Road.
