Soesokkak Estuary: A Mini Halong Bay in Seogwipo

2022-07-19 · Updated: 2026-08-11 · Original (Korean)

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There are many tourist attractions in Seogwipo, but outside of the beaches, there aren't many places for activities. It's not an extreme sport, but you can spend some time kayaking at Soesokkak Estuary. Kids love it, and it would be really great to go as a couple, but sadly for me... T_T

A blue notice board showing the fares and boarding regulations for the Soesokkak Estuary traditional wooden boat experience.

Soesokkak is part of Jeju Olle Trail Route 6, so the paths are well-paved. First, park in the free parking lot, and as you walk along the path looking at the ocean, you can look down at Soesokkak from above. It's a fascinating place where fresh water meets seawater, so the water color is unique and the rock formations are quite unusual. It looks like a mountain valley, but before you know it, it turns into the sea.

It's an easy distance to walk. Once you've taken some photos and enjoyed a stroll while soaking in the fresh air and energy from the trees, it's time to buy a ticket and ride a kayak. I highly recommend booking in advance. It doesn't happen all the time, but during peak season, it can get fully booked and you might miss out.

People are riding small boats on clear water between bizarre rocks surrounded by lush green trees on both sides.

A raft connected by ropes and small wooden boats are floating on a wide waterway leading to the sea.

People wearing life jackets are rowing wooden boats on calm, dark green water.

If you're not going as a couple, I recommend the traditional wooden raft over the hard-to-steer kayaks. I especially recommend it if an older gentleman is rowing the boat. He explains things in such a fun way that the raft is filled with laughter. When other guides run it, it feels more like they are just passing on information. Still, it's worth the money since you can comfortably listen to the history of Soesokkak and take photos.

Small boats are floating on emerald-colored valley water, with bizarre rocks and dense trees rising on both sides.

Wooden boats are moving in a line along a waterway surrounded by sheer rock cliffs and a green forest.

Rocks submerged in crystal clear blue water and the rugged cliffs rising above them.

A small train made of blue, green, yellow, and red barrels is lined up along the roadside.

The word "kkak" is said to be a Jeju dialect word meaning "estuary." It's not very long for an estuary, but it has a unique landscape and a very short beach. You can't really swim there, but it creates a stunning scene when the waves crash, making it great for photography.

I introduced it as a place for activities, but it's actually also a great spot to take pictures with a variety of landscapes in the background all in one place. The beach right next to it is made of Jeju's signature black sand, which creates a very unique atmosphere when captured on camera.

A rocky area with trees growing on it is seen beyond a black sand beach with rolling waves.

Several people are standing or walking on a black sand beach, looking out at the sea.

People are leisurely enjoying riding rafts and kayaks on a dark green river surrounded by a forest.

Huge, light gray bizarre rocks are spread out widely on a dried-up riverbed.

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