Probably the best way to explore rural life in Myanmar is trekking. In Hsipaw, Northeast of Mandalay, I went on a wonderful 3 days – 2 nights trekking. Dense forests, wide mountain views, green tea plantations and little Shan and Palaung villages on the way.
Meals and sleepovers we had with local farmer families in the villages. Homestays are unforgettable experiences in itself. Freezing cold ‘showers’ outside, cooking on wood fire, sleeping on a straw mat, dark skies full of stars at night and waking up by the sound of the rooster.
Jacqueline Swaalf
Oh, wat ziet dat er prachtig uit (en hoef m’n ogen maar dicht te doen om ook de geuren – houtvuur! -die erbij horen op te roepen en dan die haan ook, wat een paradijs!!!)
Angela walter
hi Honey, your journey sounds awesome, I am so excited for you to have a chance to experience the things you have already seen and what new experiences you will have. The drawings and journals are inspirational. I do not have a Facebook account, but I will follow thru email. you are truly amazing and I wish you a safe and happy traveling.
Namaste (the spirit within me salutes the spirit within you.)