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Haegeumgang

Designated "Korean National Scenic Site #2, this is a must-see location. Essentially just a locally famed island consisting of tall cliffs. However, the ferry cruise around the island will actually thread its way through the extremely thin cliffs leading into the island into a sea cave before backing out and departing through different route. Spectacular. Round trip three hour cruises including both Haegeumgang and a 1.5 hour stopover on Oedo from Jangseungpo will set you back 19,000 won for an adult and 12,000 won for a child. A 2000 won discount applies in off-peak season. Note that actual admittance on to Oedo incurs an extra fee and inability to pay will leave you at the boat twiddling your thumbs.

Oedo Island

Typically included in cruises to Haegumgang, this is Korea's first privately owned island and host to the Oedo Botanica. It's somewhat of a cross between a botanical garden and one of East Asia's infamous "country-themed themeparks" and designed to make you think you're somewhere in the Mediterranean. Beatifully landscaped and covered with greco-roman statues. Actually a bit prettier than the brochure describes as the gardens follow a tight valley surrounded by sheer cliffs. Take a detour to the bathroom as the off-the-path views from outside a couple of them are among the best on the island. Conceived by a couple that crossed the 38th parallel after the war quite literally penniless. Worth the trip and has a restaurant and coffee shop at the highest point that mostly only serves tea Udon 4000 won, coffee 4000 won, tea 2500 won.

Camellia Island