Gaw Yin Gyi Island

16°31′59″N 94°14′33″E / 16.5331°N 94.2425°E / 16.5331; 94.2425
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Gaw Yin Gyi Island (Burmese: ဂေါ်ရင်ဂျီကျွန်း) is an island in Ayeyarwady Region in South West Myanmar.[1] It is located near Nanthapu village, Ngayokekaung sub-township, Pathein District of Myanmar. It is a tourist destination due to its beautiful rock formation and reefs.

History

Geography

There are some rocky islets which also have beautiful and unspoiled beaches .

Rock Climbing

There is a rock climbing and bouldering site. Deep water soloing is available.

Transportation

While buses and cars operate, it is also reached by boat.

Gallery

  • Deep water solo
    Deep water solo
  • Rock climb
    Rock climb

References

  1. ^ "Coal Threatens to Rock the Boat Among Delta Islanders".
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