GAWRINGYI Island, located in Nanthapu village, Ngaputaw Township, Ayeyawady Region, attracted 12,000 domestic visitors in November, according to the Myanmar Hoteliers Association (Ayeyawady Region).
Since early 2015, Gawringyi Island has been a popular tourist destination for both domestic and international travellers. However, it remains relatively difficult to access, limiting visits mainly to those with private vehicles.
“Although the number of visitors is not as high as it was around 2020, interest in the island has revived this year. Unlike other beaches in Ayeyawady Region that attract visitors year-round, Gawringyi Island sees a noticeable increase in tourists during the dry season,” said an official from the Myanmar Hoteliers Association (Ayeyawady Region).
Most visitors to Gawringyi Island come from Yangon Region and the Nay Pyi Taw Council Area, with some also travelling from other townships in Ayeyawady Region.
Currently, the island and its surrounding areas offer accommodation through one hotel, five bungalows, and six guest houses, catering to the needs of tourists. — ASH/ MKKS
