The 13 Best National Park Trips in South Korea

1.Bukhansan National Park: The Summit Course

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · from $64Our pick

Join Koa and Sam for a focused 4.5-hour hike to Baek-un-dae, Seoul’s highest peak at 836 meters. The route saves time by tackling 600 meters of ascent in 2.1 kilometers, including a steep rope-assisted section. Moderate fitness is required, and an optional tofu lunch follows the hike.

“Our hike to Bukhansan was well organized, excellent and memorable one. Koa and Sam did a great job always ensuring participants are always keep safe first along enjoying the moment. Kudos to this Team! I will book again. Gamsamnida! 😍”

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2.Bukhansan National Park- The Summit Course

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 20 reviews · from $67

Join English-speaking guide Koa for a focused 4.5-hour ascent of Baegundae, Seoul’s highest peak at 836 meters. The route gains 600 meters in just 2.1 kilometers, with a steep rope-assisted summit section. Borrow hiking poles or crampons, then finish with an optional handmade tofu lunch for 9,000 to 15,000 KRW.

“It was probably the best hike I have ever experienced, although in some parts it was quite scary, not for the people afraid of heights. Quite difficult too, even considering that I work out often. But I loved it, unforgettable experience. The guide was excellent, made sure that everyone felt safe enough and entertained. Afterwards, we had a good lunch together with delicious local food!”

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3.Mt. Seoraksan National Park Autumn Foliage Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 15 reviews · from $60

Leave Seoul early for Seoraksan National Park, where you get about five hours to choose between easy forest walks, the demanding Ulsanbawi hike, temple visits, or a cable car ride at your own cost. English, Chinese, and Korean support is available, with guides such as Jiwwon, Alice, Tino, and David depending on the departure.

“I wanted to reserve cable car tickets in advance.”

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4.Seoraksan National Park Ulsanbawi Hiking from Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $238

Leave Seoul at 7:30 am in a private vehicle and hike to Ulsanbawi Rock in Seoraksan National Park. Your English-speaking mountain guide, such as Mr. Kim, Jimmy, or Chansoo, leads the 4 to 5 hour trek and points out local plants, trees, geology, Shinheungsa Temple, and a large bronze Buddha. Hotel pickup, park entry, parking, and transport are included.

“We really enjoyed our chance to see the beautiful nature side of Korea outside the city with this tour. Our guide, Chansoo (Chance), picked us up right on time from our hotel and we had a comfortable vehicle for our journey to SeorakRead more”

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5.Private Day Trip to Seoraksan National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $260

Leave Seoul at 7:30 am for a private, 10-hour day with guide-led time in Seoraksan National Park, a possible cable-car ride to Gwongeumseong Peak, Dongmyeong Port, Sokcho Central Market, and Sokcho Beach. Guides such as Juno Lee and Maya tailor the pace, but the three-hour drive each way makes this a full day.

“Juno Lee was an excellent guide. Very kind and compassionate. tailored the trip to family needs. Cornered time well. Great photos taken. The best guide I have ever experienced”

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6.Naejangsan National Park Autumn Foliage One Day Tour from Busan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $62

Travel from Busan to Naejangsan National Park for Korea’s famed autumn colors. An English or Chinese-speaking guide, a park shuttle ticket, five hours of free time, and a visit to 1,300-year-old Naejangsa Temple are included. Guides such as Bobby Kim, Jade, Mika, and Mr. Shin have led past departures.

“The tour guide Bobby Kim is good! He planned and ran the trip smoothy without any issues. The total experience of the scenery is amazing! Very likely to come back again with my partner!”

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7.Day trip to beautiful Korean marine national park, Hallyeohaesang

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews

Leave Busan at 8 a.m. for a private day trip to Oedo Botania and Hallyeohaesang National Park. You’ll ride a ferry past Haegeumgang’s rocky islands, walk the botanical garden for about two hours, then take the Geoje Panorama Cable Car. Guides such as Jina and Lily provide friendly English support.

“Though it was a cloudy day, we were fortunate enough to have good view at the right moment and the sun came out at the right time. It was breathtaking and majestic viewing the rock formations and we are glad to be there.”

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8.Hike and Explore the Wonder of Bukhansan National Park with hiking professional(including Lunch)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $170

Meet guide Bergen Park at your Seoul hotel for a private Bukhansan hike of about six hours. You’ll cross granite ridges, see Bukhansanseong Fortress, visit a Buddhist temple, and enjoy Korean hiking food, fruit, snacks, and water. Bergen can adjust the route, including an easier option around the steeper Euisangbong ridge.

“We knew we wanted to climb a mountain in Seoul, and we lucked out with our guide, Bergen. He tailored the trek to our fitness level and was so vigilant that we were keeping up and enjoying ourselves. He made challenging trails accessible for everyone as we climbed, travRead more”

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9.Naejangsan National Park Autumn Foliage One Day Tour from Seoul

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · from $46Best value

Leave Seoul by coach for five hours at Naejangsan National Park, one of Korea’s best autumn leaf destinations. You’ll receive a light breakfast and water, explore at your own pace, ride a one-way park shuttle, and join a group visit to Naejangsa Temple. English and Chinese-speaking staff accompany the trip.

“The journey was very long, 4 hours drive. On the return journey there was a heavy traffic. The driver didn't drive smoothly, fast and press brake slow down suddenly which made passengers uncomfortable.”

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10.Hike at Mt. Bukhansan National Park with professional Guide(including Lunch)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $170

Join licensed guide Bergen Park for a six-hour private hike in Bukhansan National Park. Your route may include a fortress gate, an ancient Buddhist temple, granite ridges, and Baegundae or another peak. The guide adjusts the trail to your ability and weather, with hotel pickup, Korean hiking lunch, fruit, snacks, and water included.

“We had a great day on the mountain, hiking with our guide, Bergen Park. We went to Munsubong Peak, where we had an amazing veggie sushi lunch, and enjoyed a 360-degree view of North and South Korea. On the way down we went to Seunggasa Temple, where Read more”

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11.Naejangsan National Park Autumn Foliage One Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4 reviews · from $46

Travel from Busan to Naejangsan National Park for a full day among Korea’s best fall colors. English, Chinese, and Korean-speaking staff guide you toward Naejangsa Temple, then you have free time for walks, photos, and lunch. The tour includes transportation and the one-way park shuttle, but not meals.

“Was really fun. Wish we had more time in the site itself. Kang was the kindest and best guide!”

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12.Songnisan National Park & Beopjusa Temple UNESCO site Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $248

Spend 10 to 12 hours exploring Beopjusa Temple and Songnisan National Park with a private guide from Outdoors Korea. Your group chooses between an easy two-hour forest walk and a five-hour hike to Munjangdae. Guide Kim is praised for his friendly, informed commentary and flexible pacing. Pickup, admission, and lunch are included.

“This private tour was well worth the money. Mr. Kim was so knowledgeable and taught us so many new things. He is so kind and friendly. He let us determine how much time we spent in each location which is not like the group tours. He alloRead more”

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13.Seoraksan National Park & Nami Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $63

Leave Seoul early for Seoraksan National Park, where you can take a cable car or light hike to scenic viewpoints, then visit Nami Island and Eobi Valley. The $63.07 tour includes transport, a professional guide, and attraction admissions. Guides may include Michael, Stella, Bright, or Mario.

“We really enjoyed our tour. Michael was very attentive and friendly and made a big effort to communicate with everyone in their language. The destinations were beautiful, we saw the park, the temple there and then Nami Island. Would recommend.”

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