Top 15 Outdoor Activities in South Korea for the Summer
For the adrenaline junkie, spring/summer in Korea is the perfect time to go out and experience a thrilling adventure doing various outdoor sports activities. However, for many foreigners, options can sometimes seem limited since information on many places is usually only in Korean and is difficult to plan for. Booking and planning for your next outdoor adventure has never been easier with Wonderful’s help. Simply send your preferences and our assistants will help plan your next adrenaline filled vacation, complete with accommodation and transportation options.
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To give you some ideas on what to do this coming summer, here is a list of the top 15 outdoor activities in Korea.
1. Sky Diving
Quick Facts: Cost estimate for Skydiving would be around 320,000 KRW ~ 500,000 KRW depending on the course. A video recording would cost extra. Actual diving experience will take about 20~40 seconds also depending on the course.
2. Bungee Jumping
Quick Facts: The highest bungee Jump in Korea is at 62 meters in Jecheon City. The cost would be about 40,000 KRW per person.
3. Zip Lining
Quick Facts: The longest continuous zip line in Korea is 1.487 Km long located at the Hadong Alps Leports (Leisure + sports). The full course has 3 parts, 732m, 1487m and 967m in length. The fastest speed reachable is 120 km/h. The image above is the Zip Line at Nami Island.
4. Paragliding
Quick Facts: There are paragliding places all over the country, from Jeju to Incheon. Weather conditions can affect paragliding schedules so its always good to check before hand and make a reservation. Average costs range from 100,000 KRW ~ 150,000 KRW.
5. Scuba diving
Quick Facts: The most famous spots for diving in Korea are Gangneung/East Sea, Uljin, Jeju Island, and the South Sea. The South Sea and Jeju Island tend to have clearer waters. It is recommended to dive in autumn since the ocean is warmed up during the summer. Costs vary from 40,000 KRW ~ 150,000 KRW depending on the length of the dive and the course.
6. Para Sailing
Quick Facts: Parasailing in Korea is mostly done in Jeju Island. Costs would be about 54,000 KRW ~ 80,000 KRW. One ride will take about 40 ~ 50 minutes long. Read More…
