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Seogwipo, Jeju Island, South Korea · South Korea

Jeju Olle Trail (Routes 5-7) trek: grade, cost & permits

Jeju Olle is a 437 km chain of 27 village-to-village walking routes around Jeju Island, built by the non-profit Jeju Olle Foundation. Routes 5, 6 and 7 are the classic south-coast stretch: Namwon Port to Soesokkak (13.4 km, 4-5 h) past the Keuneong cliffs and camellia-walled villages; Soesokkak to Seogwipo (10.1 km, 3-4 h) via Jeongbang Falls and the Olle market; and Seogwipo to the bus terminal (12.9 km, 3-4 h) past Oedolgae sea stack and the hand-dug Subong-ro path. One route a day, back to the same bed each night. It's the island's coast and villages at walking pace, instead of the car-and-tour-bus Jeju most visitors see.

Photo: Jeju Olle Foundation · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

GradeEasy
Duration3 days
Highest point81 m
SeasonOpen all year. Spring (late March-May) and autumn (September-November) are the most comfortable. June-August is hot and rainy, and typhoons can hit from July to October. The Jeju Olle Foundation asks walkers to stop by 6 pm in summer and 5 pm in winter.
Cost from base₹15,000per person
BaseSeogwipo, on Jeju's south coast. The Jeju Olle Travellers' Center (22 Jungjeong-ro) is the official start of Route 7 and the end of Route 6.

Jeju Olle is a 437 km chain of 27 village-to-village walking routes around Jeju Island, built by the non-profit Jeju Olle Foundation. Routes 5, 6 and 7 are the classic south-coast stretch: Namwon Port to Soesokkak (13.4 km, 4-5 h) past the Keuneong cliffs and camellia-walled villages; Soesokkak to Seogwipo (10.1 km, 3-4 h) via Jeongbang Falls and the Olle market; and Seogwipo to the bus terminal (12.9 km, 3-4 h) past Oedolgae sea stack and the hand-dug Subong-ro path. One route a day, back to the same bed each night. It's the island's coast and villages at walking pace, instead of the car-and-tour-bus Jeju most visitors see.

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The route

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The climb

9 m0 m6 m52 m58 m19 m81 m Start · 9 mEnd · 81 m 81 m

How to reach the start

Fly into Jeju International Airport. Airport limousine bus 600 runs to Seogwipo in about an hour (fare reported as ₩4,500-5,500; card or T-money). Every route start and end is on local bus lines; the Olle Foundation suggests Kakao Map or Naver Map for live bus routes. Stay in Seogwipo and bus out to Namwon Port on day one.

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Step 3 of 7Next: Permits

Permits and rules

Permit: No permit and no fee: the trail is free and open to everyone. The only optional purchase is the Jeju Olle Passport (₩20,000, paper or in the Olle Pass app) for collecting the three stamps on each route; complete all 27 routes and the Travellers' Center gives you a finisher certificate and medal.
GuideNot needed
Seasonal closureNo seasonal closure. Short detours are posted on the official site (e.g. Route 2 Siksanbong and Route 17 detours in 2026); routes 5-7 had no posted detour on 11 Oct 2026.
Travel adviceUK FCDO (updated 14 May 2026) does not advise against travel to any part of South Korea.

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Rules change. Check the park office or official booking system before you travel.

Step 4 of 7Next: Gear

What to carry

Step 5 of 7Next: Cost

What it costs

Your group, from the base₹30,000
Couple · from Seogwipo, on Jeju's south coast. The Jeju Olle Travellers' Center (22 Jungjeong-ro) is the official start of Route 7 and the end of Route 6.
Per person₹15,000

Covers local transport, permits or entry, a guide where needed and food on the trail. Getting to Seogwipo is extra.

Step 6 of 7Next: FAQ

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Questions people ask

How hard is the Jeju Olle Trail (Routes 5-7) trek?

Easy grade. It takes 3 days and climbs to about 81 m. Jeju Olle is a 437 km chain of 27 village-to-village walking routes around Jeju Island, built by the non-profit Jeju Olle Foundation. Routes 5, 6 and 7 are the classic south-coast stretch: Namwon Port to Soesokkak (13.4 km, 4-5 h) past the Keuneong cliffs and camellia-walled villages; Soesokkak to Seogwipo (10.1 km, 3-4 h) via Jeongbang Falls and the Olle market; and Seogwipo to the bus terminal (12.9 km, 3-4 h) past Oedolgae sea stack and the hand-dug Subong-ro path. One route a day, back to the same bed each night. It's the island's coast and villages at walking pace, instead of the car-and-tour-bus Jeju most visitors see.

Do I need a permit for Jeju Olle Trail (Routes 5-7)?

No permit and no fee: the trail is free and open to everyone. The only optional purchase is the Jeju Olle Passport (₩20,000, paper or in the Olle Pass app) for collecting the three stamps on each route; complete all 27 routes and the Travellers' Center gives you a finisher certificate and medal.

How do I reach the Jeju Olle Trail (Routes 5-7) trek?

Fly into Jeju International Airport. Airport limousine bus 600 runs to Seogwipo in about an hour (fare reported as ₩4,500-5,500; card or T-money). Every route start and end is on local bus lines; the Olle Foundation suggests Kakao Map or Naver Map for live bus routes. Stay in Seogwipo and bus out to Namwon Port on day one. Base: Seogwipo, on Jeju's south coast. The Jeju Olle Travellers' Center (22 Jungjeong-ro) is the official start of Route 7 and the end of Route 6..

What is the best season for Jeju Olle Trail (Routes 5-7)?

Open all year. Spring (late March-May) and autumn (September-November) are the most comfortable. June-August is hot and rainy, and typhoons can hit from July to October. The Jeju Olle Foundation asks walkers to stop by 6 pm in summer and 5 pm in winter..

How much does the Jeju Olle Trail (Routes 5-7) trek cost?

From about ₹15,000 per person from the base, covering local transport, permits or entry, a guide where required and food. The journey to the base is extra.

What should I carry?

Comfortable walking shoes, sun hat and sunscreen (much of it is open coast), rain jacket, 1-1.5 litres of water, long sleeves and insect repellent against ticks in grassy areas, and a T-money or contactless card for buses. Phone GPS on: the trail is marked by blue-and-orange ribbons, arrows and the Ganse pony signs.

Step 7 of 7Next: Sources

Sources and last check

Checked 11 October 2026. Fees, hours and rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay.

  • jejuolle.org OfficialRoute 5 Namwon-Soesokkak 13.4 km, 4-5 h, difficulty 2 of 3; official info office at Namwon Port 08:30-17:00
  • jejuolle.org OfficialRoute 6 Soesokkak-Jeju Olle Travellers' Center 10.1 km, 3-4 h, difficulty 1 of 3; Jeongbang Falls, Olle market
  • jejuolle.org OfficialRoute 7 Travellers' Center-Seogwipo bus terminal 12.9 km, 3-4 h, difficulty 2 of 3; Oedolgae, Subong-ro
  • jejuolle.org Official27 routes, 437 km; one route a day recommended; about 3 km/h; use Kakao/Naver Map for buses to start and end points
  • jejuolle.org OfficialPaper and mobile passport ₩20,000 each; stamps at start, middle, end; finisher certificate and medal
  • jejuolle.org OfficialSafety rules: call 064-762-2190 when walking alone, stop by 18:00 summer / 17:00 winter, ticks, free Jeju travel guardian safety watch (₩50,000 deposit) at Jeju Airport
  • jejuolle.org OfficialOfficial info offices and hours; Travellers' Center 22 Jungjeong-ro, Seogwipo; Olle Stay dorms
  • jejuolle.org OfficialPosted detour notices (Routes 2, 16, 17); 437 km / 27 routes
  • gov.uk OfficialNo advise-against areas; updated 14 May 2026
  • mileasia.comBus 600 airport to Seogwipo about 1 hour, ₩4,500
  • 20wcss.orgBus 600 adult fare to Seogwipo ₩5,500 (conference guide)
  • mileasia.com2026 budget Korea travel US$33-50/day; guesthouses US$18-25; market meals US$5-6

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Costs are indicative ballparks for doing it yourself and change with season and demand. Always check live fares, rates and opening rules before you book. Trip Under is not a travel agency: we sell nothing, take no commission, and every booking link goes straight to the provider. Photographs come from Wikimedia Commons under free licences; see credits.

By Gokul · Updated 11 October 2026 · Photo: Jeju Olle Foundation · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source · Photo: Lcarrion88 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source · Photo: Jeju Olle Foundation · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source · Photo: Jeju Olle Foundation · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source · Photo: Jeju Olle Foundation · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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