Jeju tour from Gangjeong Port: Waterfall, crater, haenyeo divers

Seongsan Ilchulbong's 99 stone pillars and the haenyeo's breathing sound

A half or full-day tour from Seogwipo Gangjeong Port on Jeju Island with pickup and drop-off included, visiting Jeongbang Waterfall (the only waterfall in Asia that falls into the sea), Seongsan Ilchulbong UNESCO World Natural Heritage site, Seongeup Folk Village, and Olle Market. All entry fees are included. The tour runs 5 to 9 hours depending on which sites you choose, and groups travel in air-conditioned taxis or minibuses with English-speaking drivers. The haenyeo (women diver) performance happens daily at 2pm at Seongsan Ilchulbong Beach, weather permitting.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Jeongbang Waterfall1h · entry included
2. Seongsan Ilchulbong2h · entry included
3. Sangumburi Crater1h · entry included

Jeju Island sightseeing tour

• Arrive at Seogwipo Gangjeong Port
• Visit Jeongbang Waterfall
• Explore Seongsan Ilchulbong and watch haenyeo performance
• Walk through Seongeup Folk Village
• Shop and taste food at Olle Market
• Return to accommodation or drop-off point

The experience

Jeongbang Waterfall is the only waterfall in Asia that falls from land directly into the sea, and it's the opening stop on this tour. The water is cold enough to wade in, and the rocks underfoot demand careful footing as you descend the stairs. The climb back up is steeper than it looks. On clear days with sun and rain together, rainbows form across the fall. A short walk away sits Sojeongbang Waterfall, smaller at about 7 meters high but set on the coast with views back toward Seogwipo.

Seongsan Ilchulbong is a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site shaped like a castle crown, with 99 stone pillars visible from above. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the summit from the ticket office, and the descent naturally leads you toward Seongsan Ilchulbong Beach, where the haenyeo perform. These women divers surface with a distinctive breathing sound: a sharp "hooi hooi" whistle as they exhale carbon dioxide built up during 1 to 2 minutes underwater and inhale fresh oxygen before diving again. The performance runs daily at 2pm unless weather turns suddenly bad. Seongsan Ilchulbong closes the first Monday of each month, though the left path to the haenyeo beach stays open.

Seongeup Folk Village preserves traditional thatched houses where families have lived for generations, and you can walk the stone-wall alleys free of charge to see how Jeju people lived. The village was once the center of Jeju and supplied horses and cattle to the royal court. Olle Market in central Seogwipo is the largest and oldest permanent market in the city, selling Jeju specialties like omegi rice cakes, tangerines, hallabongs, jade fish, and black pork. Optional stops include Sangumburi Crater (a unique maar formation 100–146 meters deep), Manjanggul Lava Tube (a 1km flat underground cave taking about an hour round trip, very cold and dark, closed the first Wednesday of each month), Seopjikoji Cape with its volcanic-rock lighthouse, and the Stone Culture Park displaying Jeju's stone heritage.

Pickup and drop-off happen at Gangjeong Port, your hotel, or another location you specify. The vehicle is air-conditioned, and the driver speaks simple or basic English. Groups of up to 4 travel in a regular taxi; 7 in a jumbo seater; 12 or more in a minibus or full bus. All admission fees, parking, and fuel are included. If you want to add or skip attractions, you can customize the route at checkout.

What’s included

• Pickup and drop-off at Gangjeong Port, your hotel, or another location you specify.
• air-conditioned vehicle with parking and fuel.
• all admission fees to Jeongbang Waterfall, Seongsan Ilchulbong, Seongeup Folk Village, Olle Market, and any optional sites you select.
• English-speaking driver with foreign tour experience.
• transportation insurance on all registered taxis.

Options for this experience

23 options

25 to 30 People Bus TourUp to 30 per booking · Guide in English · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Licensed English tour guide: a certified English-speaking guide will lead the tour to the major tourist attractions in Jeju of your choice. Duration: 6 hours. Big bus tour: 42-seater bus tour. For 25 up to 30 people, bus tour: big bus, driver, and licensed English tour guide. Pickup is included.

20 to 24 People Bus TourUp to 24 per booking · Guide in English · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Licensed English tour guide: a certified English-speaking guide will lead the tour to the major tourist attractions in Jeju of your choice. Jeju K tour. Big bus: 25-seater to 42-seater. For 20 up to 24 people, bus tour: bus, bus driver, and licensed English tour guide. Pickup is included.

Private Half Day Tour 10 PeopleUp to 10 per booking · Guide in English, Chinese or Japanese · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Tour with Local Taxi Guide: On Jeju tours, our driver guide is always assigned to accompany the customer, walking with them and taking photos for them. Duration: 6 hours: 5–6 hours at the same fee. All admission fees are included. A tour of 2–3 places is good. Or a tour of 3–4 places is good. Gangjeong Ports Start Tour: Jeongbang Waterfall, Jeju Stone Park, Sangumburi Crater, Woman Diver Museum, Seongsan Ilchulbong, Traditional Market. Solati minibus: 12-seater, for 10 people, 5–6 hours: a 5–6 hour tour. A tour of 2–3 places is good! Pickup is included.

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Private Half Day Tour 11 PeopleUp to 11 per booking · Guide in English, Chinese or Japanese · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Tour with Local Taxi Guide: On Jeju tours, our driver guide is always assigned to accompany the customer, walking with them and taking photos for them. Duration: 6 hours. Half-day tour for 11 people: a tour for your group only. Pickup is included.

Private Half Day Tour 12 PeopleUp to 12 per booking · Guide in English, Chinese or Japanese · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Duration: 6 hours. Solati minibus: 12-seater bus. Private half-day tour for 12 people. Pickup is included.

Private Day Tour 11 PeopleUp to 11 per booking · Guide in English, Chinese or Japanese · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Duration: 8 hours. Pickup is included.

Tour 8 to 9 starting from Gangjeong PortsUp to 9 per booking · Guide in English, Chinese or Japanese · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Tour with Local Taxi Guide: On Jeju tours, our driver guide is always assigned to accompany the customer, walking with them and taking photos for them. Duration: 8 hours: all admission fees are included. A tour of 5–6 places is good! Gangjeong Ports Start Tour: Jeongbang Waterfall, Jeju Stone Park, Sangumburi Crater, Woman Diver Museum, Seongsan Ilchulbong, Traditional Market. Solati minibus: best choice, 12-seater, for 8 up to 9 people: a tour. All admission fees are included. A tour of 5–6 places is good! Pickup is included.

Private Day Tour 10 PeopleUp to 10 per booking · Guide in English, Chinese or Japanese · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Tour with Local Taxi Guide: On Jeju tours, our driver guide is always assigned to accompany the customer, walking with them and taking photos for them. Duration: 8 hours: all admission fees are included. Gangjeong Ports Start Tour: Jeongbang Waterfall, Traditional Market, Sangumburi Crater, Seongsan Ilchulbong, Woman Diver Museum, Jeju Stone Park. Solati minibus: 12-seater taxi, for a 10-person private tour: a 7–8 hour tour. About 4–5 places is good! Pickup is included.

Private Day Tour 12 PeopleUp to 12 per booking · Guide in English, Chinese or Japanese · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Duration: 8 hours. Solati minibus: 12-seater bus. Private day tour for 12 people. Pickup is included.

13 to 19 People Bus TourUp to 19 per booking · Guide in English · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Licensed English tour guide: a certified English-speaking guide will lead the tour to the major tourist attractions in Jeju of your choice. Jeju UNESCO bus tour: Seongsan Ilchulbong (UNESCO area), Woman Diver Museum, Traditional Market. Big bus: 18-seater to 42-seater. For 13 up to 19 people, bus tour: big bus tour, bus driver, and English-licensed tour guide. Duration: 6 hours. Pickup is included.

Private half-day tour, 8 to 9Up to 9 per booking · Guide in English, Chinese or Japanese · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Tour with Local Taxi Guide: On Jeju tours, our driver guide is always assigned to accompany the customer, walking with them and taking photos for them. Duration: 6 hours: 5–6 hours at the same fee. All admission fees are included. Ports Start Tour: Jeongbang Waterfall, Traditional Market, Sangumburi Crater (or Seongsan Ilchulbong, Jeju Stone Park, Woman Diver Museum). Solati minibus, 12-seater: Jeongbang Waterfall, Traditional Market, Sangumburi Crater, or Jeju Stone Park, Woman Diver Museum, Seongsan Ilchulbong. For 8 up to 9 people, private tour: a tour of 3–4 places is good. Your group only, private tour. Pickup is included.

Private Half Day 7 PeopleUp to 7 per booking · Guide in English, Chinese or Japanese · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Staria minivan, 7 people. Half-day tour. Pickup is included.

Private half-day tour, 5 to 6Up to 6 per booking · Guide in English, Chinese or Japanese · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Tour with Local Taxi Guide: On Jeju tours, our driver guide is always assigned to accompany the customer, walking with them and taking photos for them. Duration: 6 hours: 5–6 hours. Tour 1. Jeju Ports or Gangjeong Ports Start Tour. A tour of 2–3 places is good! Or a tour of 3–4 places is good! Ports Start Tour: Jeongbang Waterfall, Traditional Market, Sangumburi Crater (or Seongsan Ilchulbong, Jeju Stone Park, Woman Diver Museum). Staria minivan: a 6–8 seater jumbo taxi. Half-day tour for up to 6 people: all admission fees are included. A tour of 2–3 places is good! Or a tour of 3–4 places is good! Pickup is included.

GangjeongPorts Start Half4Up to 4 per booking · Guide in English, Chinese or Japanese · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Tour with Local Taxi Guide: On Jeju tours, our driver guide is always assigned to accompany the customer, walking with them and taking photos for them. Duration: 6 hours: 5–6 hours at the same fee is fine. All admission fees are included. A tour of 2–3 places is good! Or a tour of 3–4 places is good! Gangjeong Ports Start Tour: Jeongbang Waterfall, Traditional Market, Sangumburi Crater (or Seongsan Ilchulbong, Jeju Stone Park, Woman Diver Museum). Grandeur taxi or Staria minibus, for up to 4 people: Grandeur taxi or Staria minibus. Half-day tour of 5–6 hours: wide-space taxi tour. All admission fees are included. A tour of 2–3 places is good! Or a tour of 3–4 places is good! Pickup is included.

Tour 4 starting from Gangjeong PortsUp to 4 per booking · Guide in English, Chinese or Japanese · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Tour with Local Taxi Guide: On Jeju tours, our driver guide is always assigned to accompany the customer, walking with them and taking photos for them. Duration: 8 hours: a 7–8 hour tour is good! All admission fees are included. A tour of 5–6 places is good! Gangjeong Cruise Start Tour: Jeongbang Waterfall, Jeju Stone Park, Sangumburi Crater, Woman Diver Museum, Seongsan Ilchulbong, Traditional Market. Grandeur or minivan taxi, for 4 people: Grandeur taxi or Staria minibus, 4-person tour: wide-space taxi tour. Pickup is included.

Tour 5 to 6 starting from Gangjeong PortsUp to 6 per booking · Guide in English, Chinese or Japanese · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Tour with Local Taxi Guide: On Jeju tours, our driver guide is always assigned to accompany the customer, walking with them and taking photos for them. Duration: 8 hours: all admission fees are included. A tour of 5–6 places is good! Gangjeong Ports Start Tour: Jeongbang Waterfall, Jeju Stone Park, Sangumburi Crater, Woman Diver Museum, Seongsan Ilchulbong, Traditional Market. Staria minibus: 6–8 seater jumbo taxi, for 5–6 people, full-day tour: all admission fees are included. A tour of 5–6 places is good! Pickup is included.

Tour 7 starting from GangjeongPortsUp to 7 per booking · Guide in English, Chinese or Japanese · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Staria minivan: 7-seater. Day tour for 7 people. Pickup is included.

Half-day tour 3 starting from Gangjeong PortsUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English, Chinese or Japanese · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Tour with Local Taxi Guide: On Jeju tours, our driver guide is always assigned to accompany the customer, walking with them and taking photos for them. Duration: 6 hours: 5–6 hours at the same fee is fine. All admission fees are included. A tour of 2–3 places is good! Or a tour of 3–4 places is good! Gangjeong Cruise Start Tour: All admission fees are included. A tour of 2–3 places is good! Or a tour of 3–4 places is good! Sonata taxi or regular taxi: a 4-seater taxi. Half-day, 3 people, 5–6 hours: all admission fees are included. A tour of 2–3 places is good! Or a tour of 3–4 places is good! Pickup is included.

Tour 3 starting from Gangjeong PortsUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English, Chinese or Japanese · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Tour with Local Taxi Guide: On Jeju tours, our driver guide is always assigned to accompany the customer, walking with them and taking photos for them. Duration: 8 hours: a 7–8 hour tour is good! All admission fees are included. A tour of 5–6 places is good! Gangjeong Ports Start Tour: Jeongbang Waterfall, Jeju Stone Park, Sangumburi Crater, Woman Diver Museum, Seongsan Ilchulbong, Traditional Market. Sonata taxi or regular taxi, or Grandeur taxi, for 3 people, 8-hour tour: all admission fees are included. A tour of 5–6 places is good! Pickup is included.

Half-day tour 2 starting from Gangjeong PortsUp to 2 per booking · Guide in English, Chinese or Japanese · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Tour with Local Taxi Guide: On Jeju tours, our driver guide is always assigned to accompany the customer, walking with them and taking photos for them. Duration: 6 hours: 5–6 hours at the same fee is fine. All admission fees are included. A tour of 2–3 places is good! Or a tour of 3–4 places is good! Gangjeong Ports Start Tour: Jeongbang Waterfall, Traditional Market, Sangumburi Crater (or Seongsan Ilchulbong, Jeju Stone Park, Woman Diver Museum). Sonata taxi or regular taxi: a 4-seater taxi. Half-day tour for 2 people: all admission fees are included. A tour of 2–3 places is good! Or a tour of 3–4 places is good! Pickup is included.

Tour 2 starting from Gangjeong PortsUp to 2 per booking · Guide in English, Chinese or Japanese · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Tour with Local Taxi Guide: On Jeju tours, our driver guide is always assigned to accompany the customer, walking with them and taking photos for them. Duration: 8 hours: all admission fees are included. A tour of 5–6 places is good! Gangjeong Ports Start Tour: Jeongbang Waterfall, Jeju Stone Park, Sangumburi Crater, Woman Diver Museum, Seongsan Ilchulbong, Traditional Market. Sonata taxi or regular taxi, or Grandeur taxi, for 2 people, full day: all admission fees are included. A tour of 5–6 places is good! Pickup is included.

Half-day tour 1 starting from Gangjeong PortsUp to 1 per booking · Guide in English, Chinese or Japanese · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Tour with Local Taxi Guide: On Jeju tours, our driver guide is always assigned to accompany the customer, walking with them and taking photos for them. Duration: 6 hours: 5–6 hours at the same fee is fine. All admission fees are included. A tour of 2–3 places is good! Or a tour of 3–4 places is good! Gangjeong Ports Start Tour: Jeongbang Waterfall, Traditional Market, Sangumburi Crater (or Seongsan Ilchulbong, Jeju Stone Park, Woman Diver Museum). Sonata taxi or regular taxi: a 4-seater taxi. Half-day tour for 1 person: all admission fees are included. A tour of 2–3 places is good! Or a tour of 3–4 places is good! Pickup is included.

Tour 1 starting from Gangjeong PortsUp to 1 per booking · Guide in English, Chinese or Japanese · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Tour with Local Taxi Guide: On Jeju tours, our driver guide is always assigned to accompany the customer, walking with them and taking photos for them. Duration: 8 hours: a 7–8 hour tour is good. 1. Jeju Ports Start Tour 1. Gangjeong Ports Start Tour. Ports Start Tour: Jeongbang Waterfall, Jeju Stone Park, Sangumburi Crater, Woman Diver Museum, Seongsan Ilchulbong, Traditional Market. Gangjeong Ports Start Tour 1: All admission fees are included. A tour of 5–6 places is good! Pickup is included.

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Days and timesEvery day19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00

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AgesAdult (19 and older) · Senior (100 and older) · Youth (13 to 18 years) · Child (7 to 12 years) · Infant (1 to 6 years)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Chinese and Japanese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Jeju K Tour(Jeju K Travel Agency Co., Ltd.)

Is this one for you?Choose the half-day option if your ship's schedule is tight or you want to focus on the waterfall and haenyeo performance. Pick the full-day tour to add Seongeup Folk Village, Manjanggul Lava Tube, and other sites. Groups of 13 or more travel with a dedicated English tour guide. Smaller groups get a taxi driver who speaks basic English.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Chinese and Japanese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 18 years); Child (7 to 12 years); Infant (1 to 6 years).

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 is Jeongbang Waterfall and why is it special?

Jeongbang Waterfall is the only waterfall in Asia that falls directly from land into the sea. It is small but considered the best waterfall on Jeju Island, famous for authentication photographs and rainbows that form when sun and rain coincide. The rocks at the base are numerous, so footing requires care.

When do the haenyeo women divers perform, and what should I know about them?

The haenyeo perform daily at 2pm at Seongsan Ilchulbong Beach, weather permitting. They dive for 1 to 2 minutes and surface with a distinctive whistling sound called "sseobiseori": a sharp "hooi hooi" as they exhale carbon dioxide and inhale oxygen before diving again. Bad weather can cancel the performance without notice.

How long does it take to climb Seongsan Ilchulbong, and what will I see?

Seongsan Ilchulbong takes about 30 minutes to reach the summit from the ticket office. The peak resembles a castle crown, formed by lava erupting from the sea, with 99 stone pillars visible from above. It is a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site and one of Jeju's ten scenic spots.

What can I do at Seongeup Folk Village?

Seongeup Folk Village lets you walk free through stone-wall alleys and visit traditional thatched houses where families have lived for generations. You can see how Jeju people lived historically, including the design of traditional toilets, and experience wearing hanbok (Korean traditional dress) if you wish.

Is Manjanggul Lava Tube included, and what is it like inside?

Manjanggul Lava Tube is an optional stop on this tour. It is a 1km-long flat underground cave formed 100,000 to 300,000 years ago, featuring the world's largest lava column at 7.6 meters tall. The interior is very cold and dark, and the walk takes about an hour round trip. It is closed the first Wednesday of each month, and wheelchair access is not available inside.

Can I customize which attractions to visit?

Yes. You can add or exclude attractions at checkout. The tour runs 5 to 9 hours depending on which sites you choose, and the driver will adjust the route to fit your preferences.