Major city · Myanmar
Chaung Tha
Spend 1–2 days in Chaung Tha for beach relaxation; longer only if you plan trips to Pokala Island or Ngwe Saung.
Chaung Tha is a small coastal town with a single beach strip, limited nightlife and basic facilities. One full day covers the beach, local food and a short boat trip; a second day allows a side trip to nearby islands or Ngwe Saung.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- MMK
- Best months
- Nov–Apr (dry season)
- avoid May–Oct (monsoon, road deterioration)
- Airport
- RGN
- Nights
- 1–2
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What is in this basic guide8 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 Chaung Tha191 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Chaung Tha, 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
- SafetyGenerally safe for day visitors; watch for road conditions, night electricity outages and keep valuables secure.
- Emergency numberscheck191 police · 199 fire and ambulance · 1800‑xxxx Tourist helpline (check) (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckRGN Yangon International Airport (Main gateway; 5–6 h bus to Chaung Tha (check road conditions).).
- Getting aroundThe main beach strip is walkable; motorbike taxis cost about 500 kyat per short ride, sidecars similar.
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
- RGN Yangon International Airport (Main gateway; 5–6 h bus to Chaung Tha (check road conditions).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
Best
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°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
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Nov
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Dec
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Nov–Apr. Avoid: May–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest May (35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jul (18 rain days), driest Apr (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Chaung Tha: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
10 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
7 rd
Apr
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
5 rd
May
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12 rd
Jun
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
15 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18 rd
Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
16 rd
Oct
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Nov
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
8 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9 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
The main beach strip is walkable; motorbike taxis cost about 500 kyat per short ride, sidecars similar.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Pokala Island
goDoor to door: ≈1 h round trip
Motorcycle‑boat from Chaung Tha beach
Entry 2,000 kyat; boat return 1,000 kyat
Ngwe Saung
goDoor to door: ≈2 h each way
Motorbike taxi along coast, 8–13 kkyat
Scenic ride with 3 river crossings
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.
Nan Htike Thu Guest House
Basic rooms near the southwestern end of town
Sea & See
Shared bath, US$6–8, no breakfast
Hill Garden Hotel
Bungalows in garden, US$20–60, bike rentals 3,000 kyat
Belle Resort
Bungalows with sea view, 65–115 kkyat
Hotel ACE
From US$70, central location
UK Bed and Breakfast
$10–15, breakfast included
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
Watch out
Safety
- Roads on the last 2 h from Yangon are very poor, adding travel time.
- Daytime electricity outages are common in hotels.
- Boat trips to Pokala Island require advance booking; price ~2,000 kyat plus 1,000 kyat return boat fee.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 191
- Fire and ambulance
- 199
- Tourist helpline (check)
- 1800‑xxxx
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 Chaung Tha. 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–Apr (dry season) · avoid May–Oct (monsoon, road deterioration)
- 1 airport and 6 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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