Dawei
Myanmar · Tanintharyi RegionMM
Capital Town in Tanintharyi Region, Myanmar
Dawei, formerly known as Tavoy, is a city in south-eastern Myanmar and is the capital of the Tanintharyi Region, formerly known as the Tenasserim Division, on the eastern bank of the Dawei River. The city is about 614.3 km (381.7 mi) southeast of Yangon. Its population is 146,964. Dawei is a port at the head of the Dawei River estuary, 30 km (18.6 mi). from the Andaman Sea. As a result, the city is prone to flooding during the monsoon season. Dawei People is also the name of one of Myanmar's 135 ethnic minorities.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 146,964
- Coordinates
- 14.082, 98.192
- Timezone
- Asia/Yangon
- Elevation
- 13 m
Overview of Dawei
Part of Tanintharyi Region, Myanmar, Dawei is a compact city. With 146,964 residents, it is easy to gauge its scale. The northern hemisphere setting is worth noting when you pick dates. Which shapes the pace of a visit. Expect water sports, nature and sports to fill most of your time.
Things to do in Dawei
Water Sports in Dawei
(13)On the water sports side, Dawei offers Canoeing, Jet Skiing, Kayaking, Kiteboarding and Kitesurfing. All of it is drawn from Dawei's recorded activities. There are 13 tagged experiences in this group.
Nature in Dawei
(11)Nature in Dawei covers Beaches, Caves, Gardens, Geological Formations and Islands. The category holds 11 entries in our dataset. This reflects only what is documented for Dawei.
Sports in Dawei
(5)Our data lists Biking, Running, Skateboard, Slopes and Trail Running as sports options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. This reflects only what is documented for Dawei.
Adventure in Dawei
(4)Dawei records Abseiling, Boat Rides, Parachute and Shooting Ranges under adventure. It is a direct read of Dawei's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Culture in Dawei
(3)The culture shortlist for Dawei: Docks, Fountains and Religious Sites. Everything listed here comes from what Dawei is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Family in Dawei
(1)Dawei records Playgrounds under family. It is a direct read of Dawei's activity profile. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Nightlife in Dawei
(1)Dawei records Wine Bars under nightlife. It is a direct read of Dawei's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Wellness in Dawei
(1)Our data lists Spa as wellness options here. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Dawei.
More to do in Dawei
(2)Looking for other activities? Dawei has Fishing and Secret. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Dawei.
Best time to visit Dawei
Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Dawei still delivers. For anything on snow, December to February is the season. Outdoor exploring is easiest in April to June and September to October. For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
Getting there & around
Public transport from Tanintharyi Region reaches Dawei without much detour. Dawei runs on Asia/Yangon time.
Similar destinations
Places near Dawei that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Dawei known for?
- In Tanintharyi Region, Myanmar, Dawei stands out for water sports, nature and sports. That mix defines the typical visit to this 146,964-strong destination.
- What can you do in Dawei?
- Options in Dawei run to Canoeing, Jet Skiing, Kayaking, Kiteboarding and Kitesurfing — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Dawei?
- Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Dawei still delivers. For anything on snow, December to February is the season. Outdoor exploring is easiest in April to June and September to October. For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
- Where is Dawei located?
- You will find Dawei in Tanintharyi Region, Myanmar. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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