Respect for Nature
The Turtle Egg Cove Villa is an eco-friendly, exclusive villa located in Myanmar’s most renowned beach area, Ngapali Beach. Named after the beautiful city, Naples (Napoli in Italian), the Turtle Egg Cove Villa offers breath-taking views of Ngapali Beach. Engulfed by its natural surroundings, this villa is the perfect escape from the bustling city. The entire bay is over half a kilometer long and privately owned, making this beach a one of a kind, exclusive experience to its tenants.
The villa is designed around the contours of the landscape to preserve the natural beauty of the hillside. The architecture of the villa and the treatment of wood is inspired by traditional Rakhine architecture. Each villa is equipped with fans, lights, a refrigerator and a water heater that is powered entirely with Solar energy. Our concept is to share a comfortable and sustainable living environment for customers to enjoy, relax and live in harmony with nature. A perfect mix of relaxation and adventure, this private paradise awaits you.
ACTIVITIES
The Beach – Pristine white sand and turquoise waters, lay back and relax in this paradise is what a get-away is all about. You can spend your day relaxing, sunbathing and hearing the gentle waves in the background. And when you are up for it, you can take a refreshing swim in the sea and play in the waves.
Things we have available for borrow:
– Beach benches
– Beach umbrellas
– Beach Shades
– Snorkeling Gear
* Please kindly handle the gear with care.
Learn how to Cut a Coconut – You can’t say you’ve been to Ngapali beach without trying the deliciously sweet coconut water fresh from the coconut. In the vast coconut grove that spans over 40 acres, fresh coconuts are readily available for the guests. We will teach you the traditional technique of cutting coconuts using the Myanmar “Dar Ma” (Myanmar Traditional Multi-Purpose Blade). Coconuts will be plucked for you, so you don’t have to climb the tree yourself.
Exploring the Natural Rock formations – Come with us on an adventure to explore the natural rock formations. You will get observe the fascinating ecosystem that is in place, and we will finally arrive at the breath-taking coral pool where colorful coral and fish reside in the naturally occurring salt water pool within the rock formations.
Fishing on the Natural Rock Formations – Go on a fishing adventure on top of the natural rock formations. Enjoy the crisp breeze and the scenic view of the beach while watching the fish swim in crystal clear waters.
Explore the Charming Sin Gaung Fishing Village –
The Sin Gaung Fishing Village is the largest fishing village in the Thandwe region. There are over 1000 families that reside in this village where their culture and liveliness revolves around the ocean. Untouched by mass tourism, the village readily greets guests with their utmost sincerity and offering little gifts they find from their fishing expeditions. You will also find a wide selection of the freshest seafood, such as jumbo tiger prawns, fresh groupers, the seasonal live lobsters and much, much more.
Exploring Thandwe Town – Thandwe town is the biggest town within the region, and it is the town where you will be stopping by for any supplies you may need prior to heading to the beach. This picturesque town retains much of its charm with wooden house built using traditional Rakhine methods, trishaws and friendly townsfolk.
The Beach Protected By The Elephant And The Lion
According to stories told by the nearby villages, the beach is safeguarded by a mythical Chinthe (Guardian Lion) and a majestic elephant. While coming across this beach, the Chinthe and the elephant were so mesmerized by the beauty of this beach that they rested on both ends of the beach to guard it. Even now, you can observe the natural rock formations which forms the distinct outline of the Chinthe’s head on the south side of the beach and the majestic elephant’s head with its trunk stretched out into the sea on the north side of the beach. The gigantic rock formations are artistically carved into natural patterns by the wind and the sea. In certain months each year, sea turtles would come on the beach to lay eggs, perhaps knowing that this beach is under the protection of the two mythical guardians.
Lion Head
Elephant Head