Mergui Archipelago consists of over 800 islands of different sizes scattered off the western shore of the Malay Peninsula in the Andaman Sea in southern Myanmar. Also called Pashu islands due to its Malay inhabitants, it is a part of the Tanintharyi Region. The Mergui Archipelago is known for its rare and abundant marine life including corals, different species of fish, sharks, whales and plankton. 

The stunning archipelago has marine parks abundant in marine life and islands with white-sand beaches making it a famous beach destination for locals as well as international tourists.

Tourists can go kayaking, snorkelling, take boat trips, set sailing, swim and go diving in these islands. There are a few resorts with private beaches as well if travelers want to enjoy a quiet beach vacation.