New Cruise Terminal in Rangoon

Does anyone know if it has opened yet?

We are just back and no, it isn't! In fact we heard no mention about a new Terminal in Yangon at all.

We are just back and no, it isn't! In fact we heard no mention about a new Terminal in Yangon at all.

Any particular tours you did which you would recommend ?

Thanks.

Just got notice from Oceania that our arrival time into Yangon is changed to 4 pm . Originally we where due to dock at 8 am. Was there a problem for you also?

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Yes!!! Our sail dates were Feb 8 thru Mar 14. Ours schedule was messed up because of tides. We missed our stop in Penang because of so-called tidal problems in Yangon. Apparently, Oceania captains do not consult tidal charts in advance.

Once on board, we were told that there would be changes made. Our excursion times would be changed ( no big deal) and they would be dropping our call in Penang ( big deal) which added another sea day.

This cancellation, plus the cancellation of our call in Madagascar prompted a small uprising among the passengers. A "chat" with the captain was held, and there was a lot of anger. We were pretty much told to sit down, shut up and get over it by the GM.

At least you are being warned in advance so that you can make changes.

Did you dock in Yangon?

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Yes. The terminal is about a 1 1/2 hour drive from the city center..

We are on ships tour so they will make the adjustment.

We are also booked for overnight in Bagan but hopefully it won't affect that.

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We are looking at transfers only to / from the port, ie; no tour just DIY once in Yangon.

Is it wise to pay the "port entrance fee" for the pick right at the ship, or is the walk to the port gate OK for pick up outside.

Mobility & weather not a factor.

It is a bit of a walk to the gate.  The port is very industrial.  You might want to check with the cruise line, as there are some strange rules and regulations in the country.