Moscos Islands

Islands Archipelago in the Andaman Sea off southern Myanmar

Part of Myanmar’s southern archipelagos, the Moscos Islands attract small‑boat expeditions for diving, snorkeling and remote beaches; visits often involve local boat operators and limited services.

The Moscos Islands are an island group in the Andaman Sea off Myanmar’s Tanintharyi Region. They form part of the broader Myeik (Mergui) archipelago of southern Myanmar.

The islands have long been known to seafarers of the Andaman Sea and are part of the maritime geography of southern Myanmar, where traditional local communities have used marine resources for centuries. In recent decades interest in tourism and marine conservation has increased in the region.

Located off Myanmar’s southwest coast in the Andaman Sea, the Moscos Islands lie within Tanintharyi Region and are accessed by boat from mainland coastal towns or larger islands in the Myeik archipelago.

Marine environment: Part of Myanmar's island groups in the Andaman Sea, these islands lie off the Tanintharyi coast and are known for marine biodiversity and coral reefs.

How to Get to Moscos Islands #

The Moscos (Mergui) Islands are in Myanmar’s Tanintharyi Region and are only reachable by boat - there are no road connections. The usual gateway is Kawthaung (the southern mainland port); visitors arrange charter boats, dive liveaboards or local boat transfers from Kawthaung to reach islands in the archipelago. Domestic flights to Kawthaung from Yangon are the common way to reach the embarkation point.

Tips for Visiting Moscos Islands #

Visit during Myanmar's dry season (roughly November-April) when sea conditions are calmer and most liveaboard and day-trip operators run regular departures.
Foreign visitors must travel to the Mergui/Moscos archipelago with licensed tour operators and local permits-book a reputable liveaboard or dive operator out of Kawthaung or Myeik in advance.
Plan for minimal facilities on many islands: expect basic accommodation and limited supplies, bring necessary medications and cash, and choose early-morning boat or dive departures to avoid afternoon chop.