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1. Jirisan Cheonwangbong Peak
2. Camp Bonifas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
The American base at the demilitarized zone.
Reviewed By H75travel - Epsom, United Kingdom
This is the main place on interest for most people wanting to take a DMZ tour - the opportunity to experience first hand the tension between the two Korean forces. It is bizarre and exhillarating at the same time. On arrival you met your serving military guide on the bus (we had an America soldier) and are directed to a large room to be given a safety briefing where you sign a disclaimer recognising that this is a war zone. After having the life scared out of you, you return to the bus to head into the JSA and the famous blue buildings. On the bus you pass through a couple of kilometres of the DMZ, seeing farms and people who live there going about their business. Entering into the South Korean administration building you emerge facing the blue UN buildings which traverse the border. You are reminded only to look forward and to only take photos in the forward direction between two distinct points. It is all very tense. You can photograph the blue buildings and the North Korean buildings. After a photo stop and a few stories of North Korean soldier's antics (which happens while the tour group ahead of you is inside) you are then taken into the blue building itself. Half of the room is soldiered by South Koreans, the other by North Koreans. The N Korean soldiers don't look real, rather they look like wax work models. However, look closer (don't get too close as you will regret it) and you can see them breathing. You can walk over to the North Korean side and officially be in North Korean terroritory right in the middle of the DMZ. A fascinating and slighty unnerving experience, and the closest most people will come to the North. Back on the bus you can breathe a sigh of relief that you survived and back at the main camp buy a few souveniers to mark the occasion.
3. Hallasan National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,074 reviews
Reviewed By brightmind_tgl - Sydney, Australia
An UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and a World Heritage Site, the Hallasan National Park is loaded with walking trails and is home to South Korea’s highest mountain named the Shield Volcano Hallasan. You’ll find about 1800 different kinds of plants and a number of alpine animals along the way up. The park is a unique place for nature lovers. Settled right in the heart of Jeju island, this park with high density woods and blooming hillsides is concidered as a treat to be at. Transportation: start with chosing a right trail for you. There many different ways up to the mountain, but only one of them will bring you to the summit. To get to the entrance you’d probably need to take one of the public busses or rent a car. Both options are convenient. Equipment: You’d definitely need to be prepared for a long and tiring walk. All the trails are devided into segments, based on their difficulty. Some of the parts of the trail would be paved, some wouldn’t be equipped at all. You’d be grateful for those parts where you’d be able to walk and step on the wooden bridges and paths. But except those short and the easiest parts of the way, you’d need to climb on the steep and narrow rocks, hop along cobblestones and boulders. Timing: don’t rush, remember when you’re on the top, that was only a half of your journey. There is the same long way down the mountain when you’re on the summit. Tips: be prepared for considerable change of the temperature and other weather conditions. We started in a pleasant sunny day and finished when it was drizzling and the fog was literally embracing us. Add up some wind and decreased temperature and you’re almost in our shoes out there. You’d definetely need to wear tracking boots or something alike, protecting and supporting your feet well. Otherwise you risk hurting your ankles and knees. (as us, cause we were not prepared) You’d also want to change your clothes after 6-7 hours tracking up and down this mountain. Believe me you’ll be sweating af.
4. Bukhansan National Park
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4.5 based on 1,093 reviews
One of the most popular pastimes in Seoul is hiking and this stunning national park just outside the city is a local favorite. Aside from a variety of hiking trails for every skill level, you’ll also see lots of flora and fauna, temples and ancient fortresses.
Reviewed By jhs592
great hiking and scenery. Peaceful. AFAIK, it's a completely healthy and wholesome day out in nature.
5. Everland
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4.5 based on 1,805 reviews
Everland was Korea’s first family park and is still one of its most popular. There is a safari area featuring lions, tigers and bears, a water park, and some of the country’s most famed, lush gardens.
Reviewed By bub2828
Visited everland with wife and 2 teenages had a great day the T express is a must go on ride the pandas were great to see along with the chimps and orangutans would recommend a visit if your in souel.
6. Seoraksan National Park
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4.5 based on 1,014 reviews
Reviewed By Kendramcc - Hove, United Kingdom
My daughter and I visited Seoraksan as part of a month long trip around South Korea. We stayed in Sokcho-si for 3 nights and this proved to be an excellent choice as a local number 7 or 7-1 bus takes you into the gates of the National Park for 1250₩ The park has multiple routes and trails you can follow of varying distances and heights to climb. There is a cable car to one of the peaks but we opted for a 3km climb (mostly steps but initially there are rocky paths to clamber up) to Towangseongpokpo. The MOST STUNNING views when I finally made it to the top! My daughter danced on ahead like it was no effort ???? I’ve attached a few pictures - if you are visiting South Korea and are able to squeeze in a day trip to Seoraksan, I promise it will be worth it!
7. Inwangsan Mountain
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By diannea758
A great hike and not too difficult. We took The Fortress Trail as well from close to the top of Iwangsan. To get there take the train to Dongnimmun and then take the Muak-dong exit. Just follow the road uphill until you see the Iwangsan trail sign.
8. Mudeungsan National Park
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4.5 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By sook286 - Hong Kong, China
Drove up Mudeungsan National Park for an early morning hike. The gradual slope makes it an easy climb for all. At the base of the mountain is Jeungsimsa Temple, a car park and terminus for bus No. 9 from Gwangju Bus Terminal (U-Square Terminal). Check-in at the ranger station for maps (English and Chinese available) and recommendations of walking trails. Certainly not as crowded as the more popular Naejangsan yet a great hike to enjoy the autumn foliage at a leisurely pace. The maple tunnels are at its full glory when the trees turn a hue of red, deep yellow and orange for a breathtaking canopy of colourful autumn beauty. The carpet of fallen leaves is also a magical and romantic sight to behold. Very refreshing and crisp air, good trails and friendly local hikers. Best in late October and early November.
9. Yongmeori Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 237 reviews
Reviewed By persianinseoul - South Korea, null
We visited this place while walking the Olle trail route 10 and its great view and fresh seafood were very pleasing and I strongly recommend it. Definitely great to snap some fantastic photos while enjoying the rocky beach. The whole place was very clean and I just really enjoyed my time there chilling and staring at the ocean and volcanic cliffs. It took about 30min to walk the whole path but if you want to take everything in, chill and take some pictures 1 hour and more would be perfect.
