Mountain

Hallasan

South Korea · Jeju Island

Hallasan is the volcanic high point of Jeju Island and the opening summit day of South Korea's Big 3 challenge.

Mountain route map

Mapped approach and summit route lines from linked itineraries.

What to expect on this mountain

Hallasan is the volcanic high point of Jeju Island and the opening summit day of South Korea's Big 3 challenge.

Long paved and volcanic mountain trails, rapid weather changes, and exposure near the upper slopes are the main planning factors.

Guided summit options for Hallasan

These guided itineraries explicitly include a summit of Hallasan.

Guided

South Korea Big 3 Guided Challenge

South Korea Big 3 Guided Challenge is the 7-day option for South Korea Big 3 Challenge. It is graded challenging and reaches about 1,947 metres. The itinerary follows a guided format with day-to-day timing adjusted to conditions, travel logistics, and acclimatisation needs.

Duration
7 days
Difficulty
Challenging
Distance
56 km
Total climb
5,200M

Support style: Guide-led Three Peaks itinerary across South Korea

Nearby itineraries and route styles

These itineraries are relevant to the area and base logistics. Some do not include a summit of Hallasan.

Summit trips