So we woke up at 430am to prepare for a morning hike up Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak, also known as the Sunrise Peak, which is actually a crater left from a volcanic eruption many years ago. To me, this is one of the must-do in Jeju because it's really beautiful! It's also a UNESCO World Heritage site too.
Tip: Please check the weather forecast before you head out of your hotel.
Thing is, we left our hotel by 450am to reach Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak by 5am because the sunrise was supposed to be 537am. Upon arrival, the entire crater was covered in heavy fog. We went to the office and they said that they will not open the attraction because it is too dangerous to climb. Well, the entire place was in complete darkness and covered in fog, of course it's too dangerous. Knowing the uncertainty of the weather, we headed back to Jeju Lux Hotel since it's only a 5 minute drive away. But I pity the rest because we saw some other tour buses and random people around too, they probably woke up early in vain as well.
Anyway, we went back to the Sunrise Peak at noon after checking out of the hotel. By this time, it was filled with plenty of people, but hey, it was beautiful!
Ticket Price:
Youth (24 and below): 1,000 won
Adult (25 and above): 2,000 won
This is the start of the climb to the peak of the crater which is about 180m. I never thought much of the climb, but oh boy, it can get a little tiring as you go up the stairs which can be pretty steep!
We took roughly 25 minutes for the climb up which left us panting. A more leisure climb will probably take you 35 minutes depending much rest you take along the way up! But trust me, the view is worth it!
The climb down is another path altogether and is a breeze. This path takes you to another scenic spot of the crater and I believe that you'll enjoy it very much.
Worth Going?
Yes, do try to catch the sunrise as I heard it is amazing! Overall, it is cheap, scenic, romantic, memorable and fun!
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