The 5 Best Han River Trips in Seoul

1.Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) & Kayak in Han River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 102 reviews · 2 hours · from $31Our pick

Spend two hours kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding on Seoul’s Han River at Ttukseom Hangang Park. English-speaking guide Koa provides safety instruction, equipment, photos, and help on the water. Calm conditions suit beginners, and sunset sessions offer the best city views.

“Our guide/instructor Koa was amazing and went above and beyond. Such a fun adventure. I highly recommend it if you’re in Seoul in the summer. Also, Koa recommended that we attend a Korean baseball game if we had the chance… did not disappoint!”

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2.Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) and Kayak Activities in Han River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 82 reviews · from $33

Spend about two hours kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding from Ttukseom Hangang Park with Koa and his team. You’ll get a life jacket, towel, and shower access, plus free time on calm water near Lotte World Tower. Beginners can add a $15 SUP lesson, and sunset slots are especially appealing.

“Great service and a great view! The staff was so kind and everything was explained to us throughly. If you’re ever in the area, you have to book this tour!”

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3.Seoul Han River Night Tour: Picnic, Games & Starlight Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 80 reviews · from $245

Meet at Yeouinaru Station for a hosted Han River evening with Korean fried chicken from April to October or indoor BBQ from November to March. Guides such as Jay, Gina, Sheen, and Dustin lead traditional games before a 50-minute night cruise with Seoul skyline views and live music.

“Loved the food and games! Very eloquent guide! Had opportunity to meet travellers from different parts of the world. Beautiful night scenes when cruising on Hangang River!”

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4.Morning Bike Tour along the Han River with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · from $50

Ride about 12 km with local guide Koa along Seoul’s Han River paths, through Seoul Forest, Seongsu-dong, and a traditional market. The spring and fall tour lasts about three hours, uses mostly flat routes, and welcomes riders age 12 and up. Child seats and tandem bikes require advance notice.

“I really enjoyed this trip, the weather was beautiful and the bike trip along the river was wonderful. Then to my suprise, we biked through a shopping district and a food area. We bought food and the food together at the end of the trip. Would recommend if you have the time.”

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5.Seoul Night Tour with Han River Cruise and Gyeongbokgung Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · from $245

Spend nine hours with a private driver-guide exploring Seoul’s royal palace, hanok lanes, craft-filled Insadong, Nodeul Island, and Yeouido. The tour starts at noon, includes hotel pickup and drop-off, and ends with a Han River cruise. Palace and cruise tickets, meals, and tips cost extra.

“We had a great time and enjoyed the places we visited. Joe, our Tour Guide was very friendly and exhilarating. He told us funny related stories about the history of the sites. Joe, We would like to say Thank you very much for the great and informative time we spent with you.”

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