Ivan came to Myanmar 2003 during his South-east Asia studies. He was working on thesis research of Taungoo kingdoms and ended up working in travel. During the past 10 years Ivan has travelled extensively exploring many of the most remote corners of Myanmar where only few explorers have been privileged to visit. His recent rides include a trip to explore remote Northern Shan State, Sagaing Division and Kachin State.
Ivan speaks fluent Burmese, English and Russian and comes from Moscow.