Hike with a guide to the top of Baegundae (836 m), the highest peak in Seoul, in Bukhansan National Park on the edge of the city. Following a simple route found by the operator, you can complete the summit course, which usually takes 6 hours, in about 4 hours. The final Baegundae section involves climbing rock with the help of ropes, and if you are afraid of heights you can rest and skip this part. After the hike, you can optionally have lunch at a local restaurant that makes its own tofu dishes (paid separately).

Meet at Bukhansan Ui Station
and set off for Baegundae, Seoul's highest peak

Meet your guide outside Exit 2 of Bukhansan Ui Station to start the hike. Bukhansan National Park is one of Korea's most iconic hiking spots, and by following the simplest route found by the operator, you complete the round trip to the summit, which usually takes 6 hours, in about 4 hours.

Climb the 2.1 km ascent toward the summit

The ascent gains 600 m of elevation within 2.1 km and usually takes about 100 to 120 minutes. You need the fitness to climb up and down about 200 flights of stairs. Since you come down the same way, you can stop at any time and your guide will pick you up on the way back.

Use ropes to reach the summit of Baegundae (836 m)

At the highlight, Baegundae Peak, you climb rock at an angle of 25 to 45 degrees using ropes for about 20 to 30 minutes. If you are afraid of heights, you can rest and skip this section.

Enjoy a tofu lunch after the hike (optional)

After the hike, if time allows, you will have lunch at a restaurant specializing in tofu dishes. Everything is made from scratch, there are also meat dishes, and vegan and vegetarian options are available.

※ Lunch is optional and paid separately on site (KRW 9,000-15,000).

• Please check your mobile voucher by email or in the WAUG app.
• Meet your guide outside Exit 2 of Bukhansan Ui Station at the booked time to start the hike.
• Valid only on the selected date and time.

Meeting point :
Bukhansan Ui Station Exit 2
Bukhansan Ui Station, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul

Meeting point information:
Meet outside Exit 2 of Bukhansan Ui Station on the Ui LRT Line. Please do not confuse it with Bukhansan Bogungmun Station, which has a similar name. The group departs at 8:15 AM on weekdays and 7:15 AM on weekends and public holidays, and can wait for latecomers for only 15 minutes. Please check your route on a map app the night before.

Cancellation and refund

• Cancel up to 24 hours before the activity date for a full refund.

Requirements

• You must be able to climb stairs continuously for at least 5 minutes without a break.
• The ascent gains 600 m of elevation within 2.1 km and usually takes 100 to 120 minutes.
• Since you come down the same way, you can stop at any time and your guide will pick you up on the way back.

On-site information

• Departure is at 8:15 AM on weekdays and 7:15 AM on weekends and public holidays.
• The group can wait for latecomers for only 15 minutes.
• The Baegundae summit section involves climbing a 25-45 degree slope with ropes for 20 to 30 minutes. If you are afraid of heights, you can rest and skip it.
• Water can be purchased at a convenience store before departure.
• Crampons and hiking poles can be rented at the 1/3 point of the trail.

Others

• Lunch after the hike is optional and paid separately (KRW 9,000-15,000). It takes place if time allows.