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A person in a kitchen, cutting food on a cutting board. 2
Two people outside a building with a sign in Korean. One person is holding a pink bowl with a plant. 3
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Meet the Real Haenyeo at UNESCO Sea Women Cultural Experience

By The Planet Jeju
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$287 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Highlights

•Meet active Jeju Haenyeo who still make their living from the sea today.
•Meet a real working Haenyeo—not an actor or performer.
•Watch a live diving demonstration.
•Hear personal stories directly from the Haenyeo.
•Enjoy fresh seasonal seafood harvested from the sea.
•Experience UNESCO-recognized Haenyeo culture.
•Take memorable photos.
•An intimate cultural experience for solo travellers, couples, families, and small groups.
•Limited weekly departures.
•Featured by Korean media.
•Selected by the Korea Tourism Organisation.
•Inspired by When Life Gives You Tangerines.
•Perfect for culture lovers, families, photographers, and travellers seeking authentic local experiences.

Activity location

  • Yongduam Rock
    • 15, Yongduam-gil,
    • 63152, Jeju, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 15
    • 15 Yongma-ro 4-gil
    • 63151, Cheju, Jeju-do, South Korea

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Meet the Real Haenyeo at UNESCO Sea Women Cultural Experience

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Starting time: 10:00 AM
Price details
AU$287.00 x 1 AdultAU$287.00
Total
Price is AU$287.00
Until Mon, 27 July

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Complimentary hairstyling service
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    Professional photographer(Individual and group photography sessions)
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    Seasonal seafood tasting
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    Traditional Haenyeo costume rental
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    English, Chinese, and Korean-speaking service
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    Arrivals more than 10 minutes late will be considered a no-show.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Original short video clips
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    30–50 original digital photos per group of reservation,10 professionally edited photos
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    Accessories (Traditional Tewak, Haenyeo water goggles, Traditional rubber shoes)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Meeting with a real Haenyeo, Haenyeo diving observation
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Make-ups

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This experience available for guests aged 10 and above.
  • Costume sizes available: S, M, L, XL, XXL.
  • Wearing the traditional Haenyeo costume is optional; participation without the costume is available at the same price.
  • Non-participating companions are not permitted to enter the experience area.
  • This is a shared group experience and is not operated as a private tour.
  • Minimum 3 participants required; maximum 10 participants per experience.
  • If the minimum number is not met, the experience may be rescheduled or cancelled. Guests will be offered an alternative date or a full refund.
  • This experience is primarily a walking tour. Complimentary transport may be provided during extreme weather at the organizer's sole discretion and cannot be requested or guaranteed.
  • Seasonal seafood tasting varies depending on weather conditions, season, and catch availability.
  • This experience is offered only at limited times each week based on the availability of active working Haenyeo.
  • In severe weather or unsafe conditions, guests may reschedule or receive a full refund. Indoor alternatives may be offered when appropriate.
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs, strollers, or pets.

Activity itinerary

Yongduam Rock

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Yongduam (Dragon Head Rock) Yongduam is one of Jeju’s most famous coastal landmarks, known for its dramatic volcanic rock formation resembling a dragon rising from the sea. It offers stunning ocean views and is a popular spot for photography and sightseeing.

Yongyeon Cloud Bridge (Pass by)

Yongyeon Valley (Yongyeon Pond) Yongyeon Valley is a picturesque natural oasis where fresh water meets the sea. Surrounded by cliffs, bridges, and lush scenery, it is considered one of the most beautiful and romantic locations in Jeju.

Location

Activity location

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    Yongduam Rock
    • 15, Yongduam-gil,
    • 63152, Jeju, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    15
    • 15 Yongma-ro 4-gil
    • 63151, Cheju, Jeju-do, South Korea

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