The 6 Best Han River Cruises in Seoul

1.Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) & Kayak in Han River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 2 hours · from $31Our pick

Spend two hours kayaking or stand-up paddle boarding on Seoul’s calm Han River at Ttukseom Hangang Park. English-speaking guide Koa provides instruction, safety support, and free action photos. Sunset departures bring skyline views, while showers, lockers, and optional jjajangmyeon make this an easy half-day outing.

“Friendly, experienced and most of all relaxed. a very enjoyable experience. Thank you Koa.”

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2.Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) and Kayak Activities in Han River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 82 reviews · from $33

Meet Koa and his team at Ttukseom Hangang Park for about two hours on a SUP or kayak. You’ll receive safety gear, water guidance, and access to showers and towels. Choose independent paddling or add a $15 beginner SUP lesson, then enjoy views toward Lotte World Tower, N Seoul Tower, and Jamsil.

“The kayak 2 hours session was great. The river is the best place to go for kayak without needing to go out of Seoul.. Koa met us on time and gave good tutor (quickly because he is busy). I will do it again when I’m visiting Seoul. Recommend it kayak lover. And try to find Koa👍🏼”

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3.Seoul Han River Night Tour: Picnic, Games & Starlight Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 80 reviews · from $245

Spend about four hours beside Seoul’s Han River with an English-speaking guide such as Sheen, Jay, Gina, or Dustin. Enjoy fried chicken and drinks from April to October, or an indoor Korean BBQ buffet from November to March. Play Korean games, then take a night cruise past glowing bridges and Seoul’s skyline.

“Sheen has great energy. The food was delicious, the games were fun and seeing the city at night from the Han River was beautiful. Was super lucky that the group was young and friendly. The only issue I had was the directions to the meeting point. Copy and paste the addRead more”

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4.Morning Bike Tour along the Han River with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · from $50

Join local guide Koa for an easy spring or fall bike ride from Ttukseom Hangang Park through Seoul Forest, Seongsu-dong, and Norunsan Traditional Market. The mostly flat 12-kilometer route takes about three hours with frequent stops. Bikes, rain coats, and an optional market picnic are available. Groups are limited to 10 people.

“Excellent biketour of beautiful Seoul along the river with a very nice and attentive guide. We went with bikes along the river and in to the surrounding parks and neighborhoods. It was a nice way to explore parts of the city.”

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5.Seoul Night Tour with Han River Cruise and Gyeongbokgung Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · from $245

Spend about nine hours with a private driver-guide visiting Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, Insadong, Nodeul Island, and Yeouido Hangang Park. Guide Joe has been praised for funny historical stories and flexible suggestions. Hotel pickup, private transport, taxes, fuel, and parking are included, but palace and cruise tickets, meals, and tips cost extra.

“Was a nice experience and our guide made the activity enjoyable.The cruise was good and the music really good”

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6.Efoil Experience in Han River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $124

Meet Koa at Zooty SUP & Kayak & Windsurf Club, club No.25, near Ttukseom Hangang Park. In two hours, you’ll learn e-foiling on the calmer upper Han River, with an English or Korean lesson, safety gear, equipment, photos, videos, a private locker, and a private shower room. Beginners are welcome.

“Amazing experience and great value, can only recommend. Koa explained perfectly how to operate the e-foil and made me feel safe. It's surprisingly easy – after 15 minutes you will feel confident flying over the water.”

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