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Haenyeo Experience in Jeju Island

Travel Activity
South Korea
Jeju
Culture & Class
Outdoor Adventures
Summer Special
Water Activities

Availability

Every day

Minimum Pax

1 Person

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Languages
  • English
  • Chinese
Meet Location
  • Dosi Haenyeo (City Divers) in Jeju City
Included
  • Equipment rental
  • Safety briefing & basic instructions
  • Haenyeo experience
  • Underwater photos
  • Use of shower facility
  • Seafood ramyeon
Excluded
  • Other personal expenses
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Haenyeo Experience in Jeju Island

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Overview

Become a haenyeo for a day in Jeju!

Experience Jeju's UNESCO-recognized haenyeo culture through a hands-on diving adventure in the island's clear coastal waters. Wear traditional haenyeo gear and learn how to harvest seafood such as octopus, turban shells, and sea cucumbers alongside experienced instructors. The entire experience is professionally photographed, allowing you to take home memorable underwater photos from your time at sea. English and Chinese support is available for a hassle-free experience.

Why this experience?
  • Experience Jeju's UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage firsthand
  • Harvest seafood while learning traditional haenyeo techniques
  • Receive professional underwater photos of your experience
  • Join a unique cultural and marine activity in Jeju
  • End the experience with seafood ramyeon featuring some of your catch

Haenyeo Experience in Jeju
LocationDosi Haenyeo in Jeju City (map)
Available HoursEvery day - 9:00am / 11:00am / 1:00pm
DurationApproximately 3 hours

Safety instructions given at haenyeo experience in Jeju Island
▲ Safety Briefing & Basic Instructions
Learn how to dive safely through a safety briefing and basic instruction session led by professional instructors with diving certifications.

Visitors underwater during haenyeo experience in Jeju
Visitors underwater during haenyeo experience in Jeju
▲ Catch what the ocean provides, from octopus and spiny top shells to sea cucumbers and more!

Haenyeo assisting visitors at haenyeo experience in Jeju
▲ Join an active haenyeo and learn about their traditional diving practices firsthand.
*Please note that due to haenyeo's diving schedule, participation may not always be possible.

Price

PriceIncludedIncluded
Person (14 yrs~)
- Equipment rental
- Safety briefing & basic instructions
- Haenyeo experience
- Underwater photos
- Use of shower facility
- Seafood ramyeon

  • Children younger than 14 years old cannot join this experience.
  • Please note that one active haenyeo participates in each haenyeo experience program. However, due to the haenyeo's diving schedule, participation may not always be possible.
  • A wetsuit, goggles, fins, hood, gloves, and a tewak (traditional haenyeo float) are included in the equipment rental.

*What to bring
  • Swimming suits
  • Extra clothes
  • Towel
  • Personal toiletries

[Location: Northwestern Jeju Island]
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How to book

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Please keep in mind

  1. Please arrive at least 20 minutes before your reserved time. Failure to arrive by 20 minutes before the scheduled start time will be considered a no-show, and no refunds will be issued.
  2. In the event of severe weather conditions, the experience may be canceled. We will notify you 1 day before your reserved date, and a full refund will be issued. Please note that, depending on weather conditions, cancellation may be announced up to 90 minutes before the experience start time.

Cancellation policy

All times are based on Korea Standard Time (KST) (GMT + 9 hours)
2 days before the reserved date: 100% refund
After 5:00pm 1 day before the reserved date: Non-refundable
*If you would like to reschedule your reservation, please check the availability with us at least 2 days before the original reserved date (no later than 5:00pm KST).

FAQ

No. Beginners are welcome to join. Professional instructors will provide a safety briefing and basic instructions before the experience begins.
Depending on sea conditions and availability, you may harvest seafood such as octopus, spiny top shells, sea cucumbers, and other seasonal marine products.
Yes, one active haenyeo usually participates in each program and shares insights into traditional haenyeo culture and diving practices. However, participation may not always be possible due to the haenyeo's diving schedule.
Yes. Professional instructors will photograph the entire experience, and underwater photos are included.
Yes. For safety reasons, children younger than 14 years old are not permitted to participate.
Please arrive at least 20 minutes before your reserved time. Failure to arrive by 20 minutes before the scheduled start time will be considered a no-show, and no refunds will be issued.

Destination

Dosi Haenyeo (City Divers)

Address: 1670-1 Hagwi 2(i)-ri, Aewol-eup, Cheju, Jeju-do, South Korea

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