Jeju Island South & West Tour: Hallasan, Lava Cliff & Tea Museum

See Jeju's volcanic heart and coast in one day without arranging your own transport

A full-day guided tour of Jeju Island covering the South and West regions, visiting Hallasan's foothills, the hexagonal rock columns of Jusangjeolli Cliff, Jeongbang Waterfall, and O'Sulloc Tea Museum. The tour includes round-trip transfers from your hotel or airport, an air-conditioned vehicle, and an English-speaking guide. Hueree Natural Park admission is paid on-site. The itinerary may shift based on weather and seasonal conditions.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Jeongbang Waterfall40m · entry included
2. O’Sulloc Tea Museum1h

Explore Jeju South and West Highlights

• Visit Hueree Natural Park or Oedolgae Rock
• See Jeongbang Waterfall or Cheonjiyeon Waterfall
• Explore Jusangjeolli Lava Cliff
• Walk through O’Sulloc Tea Museum
• Visit Mt. Halla or alternative trails
• Tour ends at Dongmun traditional Market

The experience

First-time visitors to Jeju often arrive without a rental car, and this tour solves that by bundling the island's most recognizable volcanic and coastal stops into a single 10-hour route. You start from your hotel or airport (the operator offers four departure points and times), and travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a licensed English-speaking guide. The route moves through the South and West regions, hitting the foothills of Hallasan, South Korea's highest mountain and the centerpiece of Jeju's UNESCO-listed volcanic heritage, then continues to Jusangjeolli Lava Cliff, where hexagonal stone columns rise from the shore, formed by ancient lava flows meeting the sea.

Along the way you stop at Jeongbang Waterfall, which flows directly into the ocean. A rare sight that can be replaced with Cheonjiyeon Waterfall if weather closes access. The tour also includes time at O'Sulloc Tea Museum, where you walk through rows of green tea plants and taste teas and desserts in the exhibition space. A visit to Hueree Natural Park rounds out the day with easy walking paths through seasonal flowers and quiet countryside. If summer crowds peak (July 10 to September 19), this stop swaps for Oedolgae Rock instead. The tour ends at Dongmun traditional Market, where you can explore local street food on your own time: no guided portion there.

Weather and seasonal conditions shape the itinerary: Hallasan's access point may shift to the 1100 Wetland or Saebyeol Oreum depending on conditions, and flower seasons (cherry blossoms, hydrangea, pink muhly, camellia) change what you see. Hueree admission costs KRW 8,000 by cash or KRW 12,000 by card, paid directly to your guide on-site. Children aged 6 and above are charged the same rate as adults.

What’s included

• Round-trip transfers from your chosen pickup location (Jeju Airport, Shilla Duty Free, Lotte Duty Free, or Ocean Suites Jeju).
• air-conditioned vehicle throughout the day.
• English-speaking licensed guide.
• entry and time at O'Sulloc Tea Museum with tea tastings and desserts.
• visits to Hallasan foothills, Jusangjeolli Lava Cliff, Jeongbang Waterfall, and Hueree Natural Park or Oedolgae Rock.

Options for this experience

4 options

Shilla Duty Free(0820am)Guide in English · 08:30Starting point: 69 Noyeon-ro, Cheju, Jeju-do, South Korea

Lotte Duty Free(0830am)Guide in English · 08:30Meet at Lotte Duty Free Jeju at 8:30 am, under the tree marked with the red arrow in the picture, located next to the Lotte Duty Free building (within 30 seconds). Starting point: 83 Doryeong-ro, Cheju, Jeju-do, South Korea

Ocean Suites Jeju (9:00 am)Guide in English · 09:00Ocean Suites Jeju Hotel at 9:00 am: meet your guide at the main entrance of the hotel, holding a "Lucas Travel" signboard. Starting point: 74 Tapdonghaean-ro, Cheju, Jeju-do, South Korea

Jeju Airport(0845am)Guide in English · 09:00Meet your guide at Gate No. 3 on the 3rd floor of Jeju International Airport, holding a "Lucas Travel" signboard. Starting point: 2 Gonghang-ro, Cheju, Jeju-do, South Korea

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:30 and 09:00

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (3 and older) · Infant (under 3)

GroupUp to 43

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 32

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Lucas Travel

Is this one for you?Choose your pickup location and time at checkout: the four options span early morning to mid-morning departures, so you can match the tour to your arrival schedule or hotel location. The fixed 10-hour route covers Jeju's volcanic and coastal highlights in one day, which works well for first-time visitors without a rental car, though weather may shift which specific stops you visit.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (under 3).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What time does the tour start from Jeju Airport?

The Jeju Airport departure leaves at 8:45 am. The operator also offers pickups from Shilla Duty Free at 8:20 am, Lotte Duty Free at 8:30 am, and Ocean Suites Jeju at 9:00 am, so you choose the location and time that fit your arrival.

What is Jusangjeolli Lava Cliff?

Jusangjeolli is a coastal landmark where towering hexagonal rock columns rise from the shore, formed by ancient lava flows meeting the sea. It's one of Jeju's most photographed natural sites and offers ocean views across the dramatic rock formations.

Does the tour include lunch or meals?

Meals and drinks are not included in the tour price. The tour ends at Dongmun traditional Market, where you can buy local street food, but eating is on your own.

What happens if weather affects the tour stops?

The itinerary adjusts based on on-site conditions. Jeongbang Waterfall may be replaced with Cheonjiyeon Waterfall if access is restricted, and Hallasan's access point may shift to the 1100 Wetland or Saebyeol Oreum depending on weather. Hueree Natural Park may also swap for Oedolgae Rock during summer peak season.

Is O'Sulloc Tea Museum included in the tour?

Yes, the tour includes time at O'Sulloc Tea Museum, where you walk through green tea rows and enjoy tastings and desserts in the exhibition space.

What is the age requirement for this tour?

Participants must be at least 6 years old. Children aged 6 and above are charged the same rate as adults, and infants must sit on an adult's lap.