Islands off Jeju · Olle and walking routes

Jeju Olle Trail Route 18-2

Centered on Hachuja, this island Olle route passes peaks, villages and ports before returning toward Sangchuja. You can choose to connect it with Route 18-1, but combining the two trails substantially increases the demands of the day. Arrange meals, drinking water and transport within the islands first.

Travel planning at a glance

Jeju Olle Route 18-2 is the Hachuja Olle route, covering 9.7 km. The official suggested walking time is 3-4 hours and the difficulty rating is hard. The start and finish are different, so arrange return transport or travel to the port separately.

Coast along Jeju Olle Route 18-2 on Chujado
Reference photo of Chujado on Jeju Olle Route 18-2 · This photo does not show the entire route or current trail conditions. · Jeju Olle Foundation · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Photo credit

Visitor information for Jeju Olle Trail Route 18-2

Official section
Hachuja Olle
Route length
9.7Km
Official reference duration
3-4 hours · Varies with your pace
Official difficulty
Hard
Walking format
One-way route with different start and finish points

Operating and access information is based on the official sources below. Recommended routes and visit durations are editorial suggestions. Check each place's description to see whether waiting, meals and similar time are included, and allow separate time for travel between places.

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A trail linking Hachuja's villages and sea

An island Olle route centered on Hachuja, passing peaks, villages and ports before returning toward Sangchuja.

You can choose to connect it with Route 18-1, but combining the two trails substantially increases the demands of the day. Arrange meals, drinking water and transport within the islands first.

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Jeju Olle Route 18-2: distance and route layout

Current official route information lists a length of 9.7 km, a suggested walking time of 3-4 hours and a hard difficulty rating. The time varies with breaks, activities, meals and your pace. If markers have changed or there is a temporary diversion, follow the operator's instructions for that day.

Jeju Olle Route 18-2 is a one-way route from the official start point at Hachuja to the official finish point at Sangchuja. 9.7 km is the length of that route, not a return journey along the same path. To get back to the start, plan return transport or additional walking separately.

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Walking the Hachuja Olle trail with your group

The route is officially rated difficult and includes climbs and descents. Do not try to squeeze a combined walk of 20km or more into the time between your ferry's arrival and departure.

If completing all of Jeju Olle Route 18-2 would be too demanding, choose a shorter section that follows the on-site Olle markers and plan how to get there and back. The hard difficulty rating does not guarantee that every section is accessible with a pushchair or wheelchair.

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Getting to the start of Jeju Olle Route 18-2 and returning from the finish

The official route map provides separate start and finish coordinates. Start: the official start point at Hachuja (33.944803, 126.329281) · Finish: the official finish point at Sangchuja (33.963479, 126.296091). These coordinates identify the currently listed points; they are not street addresses. Compare them with the official route's start and finish on the map.

For Jeju Olle Route 18-2, plan the island walk and ferry crossing separately. Your return depends on travel from the official finish point at Sangchuja to the departure port, the last sailing and any cancellations. Before setting out, check the ferry operator's service information for your travel date.

Route start and finish · 출발: 하추자 공식 시작점 (33.944803, 126.329281) · 도착: 상추자 공식 종점 (33.963479, 126.296091)

These are the start and finish coordinates provided on the operator's map. Calculate the approach distance from your chosen port or bus stop separately.

Location reference ↗

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Choose your next stop according to your direction of travel

Chujado

Visitor information for an actual waypoint on this Olle route. Check admission to attractions and individual activities separately from your walking itinerary.

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Frequently asked travel questions

How long is Jeju Olle Route 18-2, and how much time should I allow?

The official route length is 9.7 km, the suggested walking time is 3-4 hours, and the difficulty rating is hard. Total time varies with visits to attractions, meals, your pace and any current diversions.

Is the distance for Jeju Olle Route 18-2 a round trip?

Jeju Olle Route 18-2 is a one-way route from the official start point at Hachuja to the official finish point at Sangchuja. 9.7 km is the length of that route, not a return journey along the same path. To get back to the start, plan return transport or additional walking separately.

What can I see at Jeju Olle Trail Route 18-2?

Centered on Hachuja, this island Olle route passes peaks, villages and ports before returning toward Sangchuja. You can choose to connect it with Route 18-1, but combining the two trails substantially increases the demands of the day. Arrange meals, drinking water and transport within the islands first.

Is walking the whole of Jeju Olle Route 18-2 suitable for children?

The route is officially rated difficult and includes climbs and descents. Do not try to squeeze a combined walk of 20km or more into the time between your ferry's arrival and departure. After considering the full distance, the day's weather and your child's walking experience, you can choose to walk only part of the route.

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