What are the islands south of Burma?
Moscos Islands
How many island Myanmar have?
800 islands
What archipelago that we visit has almost 800 islands?
The Mergui Archipelago
Who owns Cocoa Island?
The Territory is now administered by the Australian Government. Today there are about 470 Cocos-Malay people living in the kampong on Home Island.
Can you buy alcohol on Cocos Keeling Island?
Liquor, spirits are duty free on the island so purchase here instead of WA. Perth to Cocos, bring a freezer box as fresh food is pretty rare, make sure you bring the receipt to show customs, there is a supermarket (limited goods) on both west island and home island.
Do you have to quarantine from Cocos Islands?
Visitors from “very low risk states” of Australia (defined as those with no community cases in 28 days – currently WA, SA, NT & TAS) can travel from these jurisdictions, via WA, to Christmas Island and the Cocos Keeling Islands without quarantine or isolation restrictions.
Do you need a passport for Cocos Keeling Islands?
Passports and visas are not required when travelling to the Cocos (Keeling) Islands from the Australian mainland. A passport is necessary and a visa may be required.
What is the currency of Cocos Keeling Islands?
Australian dollar
Is Cocos Island part of Australia?
The territory consists of two atolls made up of 27 coral islands, of which only two – West Island and Home Island – are inhabited….
| Cocos (Keeling) Islands | |
|---|---|
| Sovereign state | Australia |
| Annexed by the United Kingdom | 1857 |
| Transferred from Singapore to Australia | 23 November 1955 |
| Capital | West Island 12°11′13″S 96°49′42″E |
When should I go to Cocos Island?
The ideal time to visit Christmas Island and the Cocos (Keeling) Islands is during the south-east wind season between April and November.
Are the Cocos Islands safe?
The Cocos Keeling Islands offer safe anchorage on Direction Island. Enjoy the turquoise blue water and the long white sandy beach while getting ready for your next sailing adventure.
Where is the Cocos Island?
Costa Rica
How do you get to Cocos Keeling Island?
Getting to the Cocos Islands There are many ways to travel to the exotic Cocos Keeling Islands, including flying with Virgin Australia, using your private jet, or the more traditional way, sailing to Cocos. Virgin Australia operates two services per week to the Cocos Keeling Islands, one on Tuesday and one on Saturday.
Can you camp on Cocos Island?
If you’d like to truly experience the tranquillity and remoteness of Direction Island, camping is permitted. To make the most of your adventure, you’ll need to arrive fully self-sufficient as there is no drinking water or electricity.
Where are the Cocos and Keeling Islands?
Situated 2750 kms northwest of Perth, Western Australia, and 900km from Christmas Island, the Cocos Keeling Islands are a group of coral islands that form two atolls. Only two of the 27 islands are inhabited – the rest are waiting for you to explore them.