Wa Ale Island Resort

First, we’d like to address what may be a common question for many travellers - how smooth and comfortable the journey is. From start to finish, everything felt completely seamless. We were picked up from the airport, accompanied through immigration, and guided all the way to the island. The process was quick, stress-free, and incredibly well organised. Once on the island, you feel wonderfully remote, relaxed, and completely at ease. The island itself is absolutely breathtaking, and the property blends into its surroundings perfectly. The raw beauty of the beaches, crystal-clear waters, and lush jungle backdrop are unlike anything we’ve ever experienced. Elegant yet authentic - from the beautiful furniture and thoughtfully designed rooms to the hidden gems around the property, such as the spa and beach café. The daily activities were super personalised and unique. You can truly feel how much care goes into tailoring everything to each guest. We’ve travelled extensively, and this is without question one of the best places we’ve ever been. Chris and the staff (Aung, Holly, WangWang, Lin and Jimmy and many others!) are extraordinarily kind and go out of their way to make your stay special. The food was fantastic, with every meal offering something new yet consistently delicious. This place will always hold a special place in our hearts, and we already know we’ll want to return. Highly, highly recommended.

Wa Ale Resort exceeded all our expectations. We have just finished our honeymoon there, and every single day was truly unforgettable thanks to the incredible team. Everyone was extremely kind, attentive, and genuinely committed to making our stay perfect in every way. We felt cared for at all times and we honestly couldn’t have asked for anything more. One of the things we enjoyed the most was the amazing variety of activities offered—hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, and more. The team always encouraged us to make the most of each experience, recommending the best option depending on the conditions, and providing full support throughout the activity. We always felt safe, guided, and accompanied, which turned every adventure into the best possible experience. We also want to highlight the exceptional work of the chef and the restaurant staff. The service was outstanding, and the food was absolutely delicious—every meal was a wonderful surprise. Choosing Wa Ale as our honeymoon destination was one of the best decisions we have ever made. We will carry the memories of this place with us for the rest of our lives. The combination of the resort’s natural beauty, its extraordinary team, and the unique experiences they create makes Wa Ale truly unforgettable. We wholeheartedly recommend this resort to anyone looking for a destination that goes far beyond expectations. Wa Ale turns a trip into something magical.

This gem is special beyond belief - I travel all around the world for work and Wa Ale is so unique that you must book it asap! Absolute barefoot luxury - 5* food, drinks and service, incredible beds, nature to die for and best pristine snorkeling! I can’t wait to come back! 10 out of 10 on everything. 👏🏻🥰

We have been to a fair share of luxury resorts in the past twenty years and I can safely say that Wa Ale has earned a special place in our heart.||What can best describe Wa Ale are the words: Barefoot, Small Footprint, Unique, and Loving.||Barefoot because I literally spent 99% of my time barefoot, which was great for my feet. It is a place of nature and beauty, the point is really no shoes no news. Sure, there is no AC, though we had very pleasant, cool temperatures during the night in our tented villa so we felt find all the time. And living in Bangkok, it was great not to have AC for a while.||Small footprint as Chris (the owner) explained to us how it was built with recycled wood from fishing boats, Burmese houses, how more than 80% of the electricity comes from solar, how the water (that you can drink from the tap), comes from the local Wa Ale island source. And how the resort was built to accommodate how the fauna and flora was when they started construction.||Unique as it is truly rare to come to a small luxury resort, in the middle of 800 islands of the Myeik Archipelago, and with just a few fishing villages here and there, endless beaches with no one and no construction.||Loving as the care provided to us was deep and customised. We were asked what food preferences and allergies we had, our food was adapted to vegetarian and no FODMAP. Activities (snorkelling, kayaking, bat watching, bird watching, diving, hiking) were also customised to our leve of adventure. A touch of luxury in every part of the stay.||The staff was welcoming, friendly, and attentive to our every need (Chris, Holly, Aung. Wintu, Wawa, Mon, and many more). Even getting me some flip flops for the 1% of the time I ended up needing them.||A note about safety as some might be worried about the situation in Myanmar. We have not had any problem as Wa Ale is at the Southern point of Myanmar and close to Thailand. Our travel insurance was Allianz and they covered Myanmar. Global Rescue is also a possible alternative.||Be careful about sand flies at dusk and dawn, as they are active at that time. I attract them a lot so my solution is a good insect repellent to use at those times.

This is really a special and beautiful place and suited us looking to celebrate a special anniversary and liking to be active most days. It takes a little time to arrive however the border process was seamless (evisa secured ahead of travel) and speedboat is super comfortable. The island is far away from troubles and living in Bangkok we were still able to get an insurance that covered our travel just in case. Now getting to the stay- the staff and team are super welcoming and it’s like a family for the time you are there. Food is excellent and varied and very plentiful and dietary requirements were accommodated. Great Yoga every day adapted to our needs and activities to help us recover. We enjoyed snorkelling, diving, kayaking, hiking, mangroves, relaxing, yoga and spa. This area is so undeveloped aside from troubles and it is an amazing opportunity not to be with crowds. |We stayed in beach tent 5 and our days became aligned to the moon and tides again (as to when we could make it walking to breakfast and how the high tides would impact activities). Coming out of air-con life in Bangkok, the idea to live without air con was very appealing and certainly in January it was a very pleasant temperature at night with the tents staying cool under the trees. Overall this is a bit of an adventure - life is governed by the tides and the weather and you are surrounded by forest and beach however it is an amazing reconnection to nature (and can be a disconnect if you wish it to be) - all in extremely comfortable surroundings.

Greetings, friends! My name is Lilia, and today I want to share my experience of vacationing in this unforgettable corner of our planet. Everything here is perfect: the nature, the weather, the beaches, the food, and the entertainment. Every day feels like a little adventure! Whether it’s exciting snorkeling, thrilling diving, or swimming through mangrove forests, there’s something for everyone. I was lucky enough to witness rare flora and fauna that left a lasting impression on me. A special thank you goes to Chris, the founder of this incredible project. Every detail here is thoughtfully crafted, making the stay truly unique and comfortable. I’ve visited more than 60 countries, and I can confidently say that this hotel deserves to be a leader! Highly recommended for everyone ♥️

We had originally planned to visit Wa Ale in April 2020, but didn't make it due to the pandemic, so we were excited to finally make the trip and are so very glad we did.||For anyone considering Wa Ale, the short version of this review is go now before everyone else discovers it :) ||Firstly, getting there takes a few transfers, but it is 100% worthwhile. This was the process:|We flew from Bangkok to Ranong and were met by a Wa Ale representative. We were then in a taxi for about 40mins to get to the Grand Andaman Pier, where we were guided to a boat after clearing Thailand immigration, and made a short trip over to the Burmese mainland. |We then clear immigration at Kawthaung (took a max of 15 mins clearing immigration once in Myanmar). Finally, we are transferred onto a bigger speedboat (with a toilet!) for the 2 hour journey to Wa Ale.|The whole process was guided by the Wa Ale team and it was very efficient. ||The food was fantastic, especially given the remoteness of the island and the yoga every morning was a highlight. ||We were lucky enough to see turtles hatching on the beach and enjoyed the trekking, paddle boarding and snorkelling around the island. |We would also recommend taking a trip to see the other islands and local villages, and taking time to spot some of the amazing wildlife (we saw turtles, hornbills, flying foxes, kingfishers, dusky leaf monkeys).||We stayed in a treetop villa and we loved the view and being up in the trees with the monkeys (who are quite timid so no issues from them approaching the balcony as we have had in some places).||One thing really stood out for us - all of the staff. Hands down, the best staff we have ever encountered and we've been to a fair few places. Their attention to detail and appreciation for the island was clear. ||Thank you to the whole Wa Ale team for a unique experience that we will treasure. ||Few tips:|- Wa Ale is a wild and unspoilt island, so you should bring bug repellant and clothing to cover arms/legs if you want to do the trekking (also some sturdy shoes, it is quite steep).

Our honeymoon at Wa Ale was a dream. ||The dishes prepared by Chef Alan and served by his team were utterly exquisite. Our dietary preferences and suggestions were always welcomed and catered to. Highlights included champagne sorbet as well as elevated dishes from Burma and the Mediterranean. ||The range of activities, including yoga classes, added a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure to our days. This was only made better by the knowledge and passion the team had for the area. ||The island's beauty, coupled with the thoughtfully designed rooms and communal areas, created a paradise-like atmosphere - all with sustainability in mind. ||We hold such gratitude to the entire team who made our stay unforgettable – their warmth and attention to detail were truly remarkable. From arranging a special bottle of wine at the end of a sunset hike, a special goodbye from a pet that liked to hide, the personalized coffee orders and surprise cookies. It was the most exceptional 9 nights we could have hoped for. ||Honestly, there's nothing we would change about our perfect stay and we’re so very sad to leave. Thank you deeply, Wa Ale.