The 3 Best Kayak Trips in South Korea

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

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

Meet Koa at Ttukseom Hangang Park for a two-hour kayaking or SUP session on Seoul’s Han River. You’ll receive equipment, a safety briefing, a life jacket, locker access, and photos taken on the water. Calm conditions suit beginners, and sunset departures offer the best city views. Showers are available afterward, but bring your own towel and toiletries.

“nice activity to do on those Hot days in Seoul! Koa is a very nice guy! fun activity”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 82 reviews · from $33

Spend about two hours kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding on Seoul’s Han River with Koa and his team at Ttukseom Hangang Park. Calm water, skyline views, optional beginner instruction, safety monitoring, showers, towels, and sunset time slots make this an easy outdoor break from city sightseeing. The meeting point is near public transportation, though reaching it may take planning.

“Koa is delicate and meticulous. He pre-empt us on the rainy weather for our selected slot, made suggestions and accommodated our schedule. He even went out of the way to take photo for us on a speed boat when we were far out of the water. 10/10 for the service and fun!”

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3.Chungju Cruise, Cable Car & Cave Kayak Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · from $69

Leave Seoul for a full day in North Chungcheong Province. Cruise Chungju Lake, ride the Cheongpung Cable Car, and paddle through Hwalok Cave. English, Chinese, and Korean tour staff accompany you, with guides such as Ron praised for keeping the day running smoothly. Lunch is separate, and the cave is cool at about 14°C.

“Excursion to do on a sunny day. Plan for a 2-hour drive there. Nice view from the cable car. The area is really wooded and mountainous. The lake cruise lasts about 20 minutes, and the commentary is all in Korean! Lunch isn't included. The cave, a former quarry, is worth seeing because it's well laid out and lit up. The canoe ride, besides being original, is a total breeze. You'll be paddling on a small body of water that's been artificially created at the bottom of the quarry. Just a heads up, it's not warm, around 14°C, and the ride lasts at least an hour. Bring something to cover your…”

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