The Experience 2-Day takes you to the southern and central areas of the Ayeyawaddy Dolphin Protected Area in search of dolphins. Fishermen will teach you how to throw a cast-net, demonstrate how they fish with the help of dolphins, and tell folktales in the evening. During the overnight stay at a local community, families will host meals and let you experience daily life along the Ayeyawaddy River. You will also visit the Sacred Forest created by to look for tracks of wildlife such as the elusive Golden Deer with a local guide. The tour starts and ends in Mandalay, with an optional visit to Mingun Stupa on the final day.
2-Day (Private Tour) Experience Irrawaddy Dolphins & Fishing Communities
Description
Included / Excluded
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Pick up & drop off at hotel/guesthouse
- Dolphin conservation fund ($8)
- English speaking guide
- Fishermen’s boats to see dolphins & cooperative fishing
- Carbon offset for transport fuel ($2)
- Mingun Entrance Ticket
- Overnight accommodation in deluxe tent
- Roundtrip transportation on the Living Irrawaddy Boat
- TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
- Water, tea and fruit on the boat (no disposable water bottles, refillable only)
- Entry/Admission - Mingun Pahtodawgyi
- Drinks (soda, beer, wine) – available on the boat for extra charge
- Gratuities
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Duration: 2 days
- Mobile tickets accepted
- Instant confirmation
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Additional Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infants must sit on laps
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Not wheelchair accessible
Toiletries (please use biodegradable soap only)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Things to Bring
Money for handicrafts, drinks and tips
Hat and sunscreen
Camera, binoculars
Change of clothes & light jacket for the evening
Minimum numbers apply (2 people per trip minimum). There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Shirt that covers your shoulders (for sun and temples)
Towel, swimsuit and sandals for bathing
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
About operator:
The Ayeyawaddy Dolphin Protected Area is home to one of the last river populations of endangered Irrawaddy dolphins and is located just north of Mandalay. Local fishermen communicate and fish with dolphins--a phenomenon found in only 3 places in the world! The Living Irrawaddy Dolphin Project takes guests by boat to see dolphins & cooperative fishing to support communities & dolphin conservation.
Basic Information
- Duration: 2 days
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