Uncharted Horizons Myanmar

05/10/2024

Thank you our guest Hilary (XLB travels on YouTube) for the great video she recorded on a tour around Dala last month!

You can follow her here, to watch more interesting content from her life in Myanmar!

https://youtube.com/?si=YwbL2l5nOZ3l-lqg

Riding around this capativating township across the river in Yangong was such an eye opener. We saw so many happy people living their lives in tough conditio...

05/10/2024

Exploring the countryside far south of Dala, visiting the villages of Pyawbwe Gyi, Rakhine Kyaung, visiting century-old monasteries, riding boats and meeting many friendly locals along the way - some proper off-road riding was included as well - and several unexpected sights along the way!

This tour „far South of Dala“ (we need to come up with a better title yet) is around 60 km and makes for an excellent full day experience for fit and adventurous riders (exact routing changes by season)
Be one of the first to go on this Adventure with us!

Our experienced guides ensure a safe and unforgettable ride for you!

Available daily 7am - 3pm

As always, at least 10% of the income we generate from these tours, goes directly to people and communities in need around Yangon, and other parts of Myanmar - either through our own projects (toilets in the slums, rice distribution ) or in collaboration with our partners at SONNE Social Organization (education and healthcare for children from the slums and streets of South Dagon) - if you want to learn more about our activities, please get in touch with us!

Thank you very much for your support for the people of Myanmar!

Uncharted Horizons Myanmar- where Adventure meets Solidarity ✊❤️🙏

01/10/2024

with every tour, our guests support the wonderful work of SONNE Social Organization - our partner since 2017

Today, the team of Sonne went by boat to flooded villages in Toungoo region, where people are left to fend for themselves - no help has reached there yet.

In order to continue their work for the people of Myanmar- they rely on the support of kind people like you!

Please, always keep the people of Myanmar in your heart! The situation is desperate here.

Donation links in the post!

Thank you very much for your kindness

30/09/2024

Biking Chaungtha with Jochen!

14/09/2024

A few impressions from last weeks’ bike tours around Dala and Seikkyi Kanaungto (river island) just south of Yangon.

A great way to escape the madness of the city, clear your mind, enjoy nature- and at the same time supporting people in need in Myanmar! How?

As always, at least 10% of the income we generate from these tours, goes directly to people and communities in need around Yangon, and other parts of Myanmar - either through our own projects (toilets in the slums, rice distribution ) or in collaboration with our friends from SONNE Social Organization (education and healthcare for children from the slums) - if you want to learn more about our activities, please get in touch with us!

Thank you very much for your support for the people of Myanmar!

Uncharted Horizons Myanmar- where Adventure meets Solidarity ✊❤️🙏

P.S. we still strongly do NOT encourage tourists to visit Myanmar these days. Our guests who cycle with us on the weekends live and work here in Myanmar. Better times to visi and enjoy this wonderful country will be coming soon. Please be patient and keep on supporting the people of Myanmar!

14/09/2024

Yangon snapshots

08/08/2024

Dear friends of adventurous travels in Myanmar!

It’s the 8.8.2024 and we wanted to let you know that we are still there! 😊🙏

We at Uncharted Horizons Myanmar do generally not encourage tourists to visit Myanmar these days - better times to visit will be coming soon!

But if you travel to Myanmar anyway, we want to share this great write-up with you, regarding financial/cash/money challenges in Myanmar these days - which a recent visitor has put together. Very informative and accurate.

If you want to do something good for people in need in Myanmar while dreaming of your next visit (hopefully possible soon!) we would really appreciate if you visit the page of our wonderful partners SONNE Social Organization - who are desperately trying to keep their Emergency Fund filled, with which they are able to help people in emergency situations in the slums of Yangon, in IDp/refugee camps and orphanages.

Thank you very much for your support and we hope to welcome you back to Myanmar soon!

Stay safe & healthy

All the best

Jochen (အရှည်ကြီး) Michael (ကျော်မင်းနိုင်) & team


[email protected]

All you need to know about using your card, the black market and how to utilize it to save money, as well as tips about money in Myanmar (Burma)

14/07/2024

Water buffalo surfing in Dagon Seikkan township, Yangon

Would you like to give it a try?

13/07/2024

Green season cycling tours on the outskirts of Yangon - escape the city, immerse yourself in beautiful nature and connect with the local communities- a half day out on the bike with Uncharted Horizons Myanmar feels like a little holiday!

This tour is easy and enjoyable at around 35 kilometer/6hours - but we have tours and routes in all lengths and difficulties ready for you!

As always, at least 10% of the income we generate from these tours, goes directly to people and communities in need around Yangon, and other parts of Myanmar - either through our own projects (toilets in the slums, rice distribution ) or in collaboration with our friends from SONNE Social Organization (education and healthcare for children from the slums) - if you want to learn more about our activities, please get in touch with us!

Thank you very much for your support for the people of Myanmar!

16/06/2024

Rainy season started in Yangon - and even though the situation in Myanmar is far from peaceful- an escape from the city, diving into the nature, will definitely provide with much needed energy to charge your batteries and calm your mind!

Tours available daily, please get in touch! Any length, any difficulty, beginner to expert.

As always, 10% of our proceeds go directly towards people in need in Myanmar - in coordination with SONNE Social Organization

Thank you.

(Pictures from 9th June)

01/04/2024

beyond Dala

29/03/2024

We are proud to be associated with this wonderful event, as a sponsor and of course also participating under the Uncharted Horizons Myanmar flag!

Up next: Mount Popa Jungle trail, 22. June 2024
Registration opening soon

A huge thank you to our sponsors for their amazing support at the Kalaw Ultra Trail Run!

We were thrilled to see such a diverse range of participants from all over the world, from young runners in their 20s to inspiring individuals in their 80s.

Based on the performance trends we observed, here are some interesting insights:

Local Advantage in Shorter Distances: Top finishers in the 12km (all male Myanmarese) suggest a local participant advantage for shorter distances.

Increased International Competition with Distance: Top finishers in the 25KM and 50KM categories show more diverse nationalities, indicating stronger international competition in longer distances.

Younger Age Group Advantage: Top finishers across all categories were mostly from the 20-39 age group, suggesting younger participants generally performed better.

Here are some fun facts about the different categories:

The 12KM category was skewed towards the 30-49 age group, with a whopping 68.3% of participants falling within this range. Interestingly, despite the majority of participants being from Myanmar (94.2%), the top female finisher was Gloria Rose from Canada!
The 25KM category saw a wider range of ages, with participants from their 20s all the way up to their 80s. While 74.3% of participants were from Myanmar, there were also runners from various other countries. The oldest participant in this category was an impressive 87 years old, showcasing the event's inclusivity.
The 50KM category had the most international participation, with 65.8% of runners from Myanmar and the remaining participants coming from countries such as the United States, France, and Great Britain. This category was also skewed towards the younger runners, with 52.7% of participants falling within the 20-39 age group.

Thanks again to our sponsors for helping to make this event a success! We can't wait to see what the future holds for the Kalaw Ultra Trail Run.

MUTRA Team

23/03/2024

Seikkyi Kanaungto (river island) bike tour this morning - 23.3.2024

Who will join us tomorrow?

As always, a considerable part of the income we generate from these tours, goes directly to people and communities in need around Yangon, and other parts of Myanmar - either through our own projects (toilets in the slums, rice distribution ) or in collaboration with our friends from SONNE Social Organization (education and healthcare for children from the slums) - if you want to learn more about our activities, please get in touch with us!

20/03/2024

Sunday morning out, exploring the villages south of Dala with guide Kyaw Min Naing and our guests from France, Sweden and Germany (all residents here, no tourists) - crashing a Shin Pyu ceremony and a Hindu festival along the way!

As you can see - even if it’s dry/hot season now - escaping the city on a bike and exploring the countryside around Yangon - is always worth it!

As always, 10% of the proceeds from our tours go directly to people and communities in need in Myanmar - through SONNE Social Organization‘s medical emergency fund. Thank you very much for your support!

19/03/2024

It’s all about the right balance

Flower seller in Ahtet Kanaung village, somewhere far outside Dala, across the river from downtown Yangon

19/03/2024

Sunday morning visit at the Dala market, passing by long lines of monks and novices on their daily alms round.

10/03/2024

Adventurous Sunday on the River island with our guests from the UK and Spain!

Easy 35 km, 5 hours, lots of encounters with the friendly locals, nature, boat rides, tasty food - not much more one could wish for!

Even though the general situation in Myanmar has not improved yet - on this tour, our experienced, professional bike guides guarantee for a smooth and safe experience - escape the city, the heat and the trouble and immerse yourself in nature and physical activity- cycling with friends is the best thing you can do for your mental health and wellbeing.

As always, a considerable part of the income we generate from these tours, goes directly to people and communities in need around Yangon, and other parts of Myanmar - either through our own projects (toilets in the slums, rice distribution ) or in collaboration with our friends from SONNE Social Organization (education and healthcare for children from the slums) - if you want to learn more about our activities, please get in touch with us!

26/02/2024

Exploring hidden places around Dala and the river island with our friends - management and staff from SEEDS Restaurant & Lounge - on 1st February 2024 - great tour with great people!

40 kilometer, 7am - 3pm, 12 participants

If you are still looking for an exciting outing for your team, colleagues, students, family or group of friends - we’ve got you covered- cycling, hiking, Trishaw tours, photo tours, urban exploration- or a combination of all - topped with delicious food, meaningful encounters and interesting insights by our experienced guides - we guarantee a smooth , well-organized, safe experience for YOU - locals, expats, visitors- everyone is warmly welcome!

And as always - 10% of proceeds from our tours go directly to people and communities in need in Myanmar- in collaboration with SONNE Social Organization

Thank you for your support

01/02/2024

Off-road riding around Dala in dry season - we at Uncharted Horizons found (almost) all the best trails and tracks during the last 9 years of tours and exploration trips - get in touch if you’re in need for some good adventures!

31/01/2024

When guests become friends!

It’s already the 5th year in a row that we are honored to organize SEEDS Restaurant & Lounge annual staff bike adventure! 21 bikers total on two days!

Thank you very much for your support!

After visiting Twantay, Hlegu, Phu Gyi and Thanlyin the last years (all with bike of course) - this years’ tours are about exploring new areas around Seikkyi Kanaungto and Dala - it’s also for safety reasons that we don’t stray too far off the beaten track these days - but a great adventurous experience nonetheless!

If you are still looking for an exciting outing for your team, colleagues, students, family or group of friends - we’ve got you covered- cycling, hiking, Trishaw tours, photo tours, urban exploration- or a combination of all - topped with delicious food, meaningful encounters and interesting insights by our experienced guides - we guarantee a smooth , well-organized, safe experience for YOU - locals, expats, visitors- everyone is warmly welcome!

And as always - 10% of proceeds from our tours go directly to people and communities in need in Myanmar- in collaboration with SONNE Social Organization

Thank you for your support

29/01/2024

15 guests in two groups joined our cycling excursion to Dala and the river island yesterday, Sunday!

Even though there was a bit of rain (which is rather unusual for January), we had a great time together, well done everyone!

If you also need a break from the city, the stress and anxiety - get in touch with us today - our experienced guides are read for your Adventure every day!

With each tour, you directly support people and communities in need in Myanmar- as 10% of our proceeds directly go into our emergency fund!

See you soon - let’s bike together for the people of Myanmar!

26/01/2024

60 kilometer mountain bike tour from Kalaw to Inle lake (Inn Tein), through the lands of the Danu and Pa-O people - highly recommended for avid bikers!

Thank you for organizing to our partners Naing Naing Bike World in Kalaw

26/01/2024

Thank you very much Yever for choosing Uncharted Horizons Myanmar for your special day out - it was our great pleasure to arrange this trip to beautiful Seikkyi Kanaungto and Dala for you! 😊❤️🙏