SOUTH KOREA
Mountains meet
the sea.
Compact, connected and surprisingly wild. South Korea puts mountain trails, surf beaches and winter snow within easy reach of its cities.
Explore South Korea ↓WHY SOUTH KOREA?
Small map.
Big outdoors.
Mountainous terrain and a long, varied coastline make it easy to combine urban Korea with days spent outside.
EWA looks beyond the obvious stops to the landscapes, coastlines and local experiences that make South Korea worth getting outside for.
FIND YOUR ELEMENT
Discover South Korea
through Adventure.
Start with what you want to do. We'll show you where it can take you.
EXPLORE MORE OF SOUTH KOREA
Outdoor adventures in South Korea
South Korea has plenty to explore beyond Seoul: mountain trails, forested national parks, rugged coastlines and islands. Hiking is a natural starting point, while coastal and water-based adventures offer another perspective on the country. Browse EWA's hiking and paddling pages as you explore ideas.
WHERE TO GO
Choose your
direction.
Different parts of South Korea offer completely different adventures. These are some of the places we'll be building EWA experiences around.
Gangwon
Mountain country, national parks, ski areas and the east coast.
Jeju
Volcanic landscapes, coastal trails and island adventure.
Busan & Southeast
Beaches, hills and a city-meets-sea side of Korea.
Seoul & Surrounds
A huge city with surprisingly quick access to hiking and mountain terrain.
PLAN YOUR ADVENTURE
Adventure travel
in South Korea.
Choose an activity and use it as a different way into the landscapes, coastlines and wild places that define South Korea.
Hiking
Mountain trails and national parks are woven into everyday life in South Korea. From Seoul's nearby peaks to Seoraksan and Jeju, hiking is an easy way to add adventure to a trip.
Explore hiking adventures →Surfing
South Korea's east coast and island shores offer surf beyond the country's better-known city experiences, with beach towns providing accessible bases.
Explore surf adventures →Snow adventures
Cold winters and mountainous terrain create a compact snow season, particularly in Gangwon, with skiing and snowboarding within reach of major cities.
Explore snow adventures →Kayaking & paddling
A long coastline, islands and inland waterways offer opportunities to explore South Korea from the water as well as from its mountain trails.
Explore paddle adventures →WHEN TO GO
Pick your
season.
Blossoms, mild temperatures and excellent hiking weather.
Warm seas, green mountains and beach season.
Crisp trails and famous autumn colour.
Ski season and snow-covered mountain landscapes.
GO SEE FOR YOURSELF
Ready for
South Korea?
Start with an adventure and discover another side of the country.