Breathtaking Views at Taung Pao Viewpoint

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from Bago, head east on the Bago-Nyaunglaybin Road (Highway 1) towards Nyaunglaybin. Continue for about 30 km until you reach the junction to Taunggyi. Turn left onto the Taunggyi Road and drive for approximately 53 km. Watch for signs directing you to the Taunggyi viewpoint area. Once you arrive at Taunggyi, follow local signs to the ​တောင်​ပေါ် viewpoint. Parking is available nearby, but be cautious of local traffic.

• Public Transportation

  Start by taking a bus from Bago to Taunggyi. Buses leave from the Bago bus station regularly throughout the day and the fare is approximately 5,000 MMK (Myanmar Kyat). The journey takes around 2-3 hours. Upon arrival at Taunggyi bus station, you can hire a local taxi or a motorbike taxi to take you to the ​တောင်​ပေါ် viewpoint, which is roughly a 15-20 minute ride. Taxi fares may vary but expect to pay around 3,000 to 5,000 MMK.

• Taxi

  If you're in Bago and prefer a more direct route, hire a taxi for a private transfer. This can be arranged through your hotel or a local taxi service. The cost for a taxi from Bago to Taunggyi is approximately 40,000 to 50,000 MMK, depending on negotiation. The drive will take about 1.5 to 2 hours. Ensure you confirm with the driver about waiting for you while you visit the viewpoint, as the location may take some time to explore.