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Indawgyi
Spend 1–2 days in Indawgyi, arrive by train to Hopin, stay in Lon Ton village, leave before the 18:00 curfew.Spend 1–2 days in Indawgyi, arrive by train to Hopin, stay in Lon Ton village, leave before the 6:00 PM curfew.
Indawgyi is a remote lakeside town in Kachin State with limited accommodation and a strict 18:00 curfew. One full day lets you see the lake, island monastery and bird‑watching spots; a second day adds a boat tour or kayak rental.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- MMK
- Best months
- Nov–Feb
- avoid May–Oct
- Airports
- MYT · MDL
- Nights
- 1–2
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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Indawgyi999 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Indawgyi, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?checkPayment and banking conditions are not assessed here; check with your bank and your government advice.Myanmar-wide
- SafetySecurity in the region is unstable; stay in Lon Ton, respect curfew, travel with guides, and avoid the western hills.
- Emergency numbers999 police · 999 fire/ambulance · 199 Medical assistance (hospital)
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMYT Myitkyina Airport (About 3–4 h by road from Indawgyi; not a direct route.
- Getting aroundHire a speedboat or kayak from the wetland centre (boat 80,000 kyat/day, kayak 15,000 kyat/day).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealLocal dish (noodles, rice jelly)1,500 kyat
- Budget bedDouble room (Indaw Mahar Guest House), a night, per roomMMK 10,000
- Mid-range bedDouble room (Indaw Mahar Guest House), a night, per roomMMK 10,000
- High-end bedDouble room (Indaw Mahar Guest House), a night, per roomMMK 10,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget MMK 12,000 · Mid MMK 20,000 · High MMK 35,000
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MYT Myitkyina Airport (About 3–4 h by road from Indawgyi; not a direct route. Most visitors arrive by train to Hopin.) · MDL Mandalay International Airport (Main gateway; then train to Hopin (about 8–10 h).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Feb
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Mar
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Apr
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Jun
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Dec
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Best: Nov–Feb. Avoid: May–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest May (35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)), coolest Jan (12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C) low), wettest Jul (15 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Indawgyi: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5 rd
Feb
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5 rd
Mar
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10 rd
May
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12 rd
Jun
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
9 rd
Nov
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
6 rd
Dec
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Hire a speedboat or kayak from the wetland centre (boat 80,000 kyat/day, kayak 15,000 kyat/day). Bikes 7,000 kyat/day. Return to Lon Ton before 18:00 curfew.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Shwe Myitzu island monastery
goDoor to door: ≈1 h round trip
Speedboat from Lon Ton, 20–50 min depending on water level
Boat hire includes guide; swimming ability required.
Shwe Taung pagoda (hill north of lake)
cautionDoor to door: ≈1.5 h
Local truck or guided hike (allowed with guide only)
Security volatile; travel with guide.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Indawgyi Motel
US$10/night (≈13,000 kyat), single rooms, outside bathroom, no Wi‑Fi.
Indaw Mahar Guest House
Double rooms 10,000 kyat, lake view, outside bathroom.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- MMK 12,000–20,000 excl. bed
- Mid
- MMK 20,000–35,000 excl. bed
- High
- MMK 35,000+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Single room (Indawgyi Motel)1 × 1 night × MMK 13,000 | MMK 13,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × MMK 12,000 | MMK 12,000 |
| Shared van from Hopin to Lon Ton1 × MMK 5,000 | MMK 5,000 |
| Speedboat lake tour (full day)1 × MMK 80,000 | MMK 80,000 |
| Kayak rental (full day)1 × MMK 15,000 | MMK 15,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | MMK 12,500 |
| Trip total≈ MMK 137,500 per person per day, bed included | MMK 137,500 |
Outside bathroom, no Wi‑Fi.
2026 estimate in kyat; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Local dish (noodles, rice jelly) | 1,500 kyat |
| Speedboat hire (full day) | 80,000 kyat |
| Kayak (hour) | 3,000 kyat |
| Bike (hour) | 1,000 kyat |
| Local boat crossing (near Lon Ton) | 1,000–20,000 kyat |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Curfew at 18:00; you must be back in Lon Ton village.Curfew at 6:00 PM; you must be back in Lon Ton village.
- Security restrictions: no travel north of Nyaungbin or west of the lake.
- Landmines and unexploded ordnance reported in surrounding hills; avoid hiking off‑road.
- Snake bites (kraits, Russell vipers) are a risk; wear boots and carry first‑aid.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 999
- Fire/ambulance
- 999
- Medical assistance (hospital)
- 199
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Emergency
- Police999
- Fire/ambulance999
Embassy
Check the US consular office in Yangon for the latest advice.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Van Hopin → Lon Ton: about 5,000 kyat, 30 min
- Speedboat lake tour: about 80,000 kyat, full day
Say or show
- တောင်းပန်ပါတယ် — Excuse me / Sorry (taung pan ba de)
- ကျေးဇူးတင်ပါတယ် — Thank you (kyei zu tin ba de)
- ဘယ်လောက်လဲ? — How much is it? (be laut le?)
- အိမ်သာဘယ်မှာလဲ? — Where is the toilet? (ein tha be hma le?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Indawgyi. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Nov–Feb · avoid May–Oct
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Train to Hopin station (Mandalay/Katha line), then shared van 5,000 kyat to Lon Ton.
- Speedboat tours from wetland centre for lake exploration.
- Kayak or bike hire for independent sight‑seeing.
Sources
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