Climbing In Korea

📍 Notice
Seoul Hiking Tourism Center invites CIK members to join its flagship global program,
2026 Global Hiking Mate.

This is a long-term hiking program where you can explore the mountains of Seoul, connect with international friends,
and experience the nature and culture of the city firsthand.

Anyone who enjoys hiking and is interested in global exchange is welcome to apply.
We welcome those who are comfortable communicating in English and active on social media.

Please make sure to register through the Google form in advance.

🥾 Program Overview

📅 Activity Period
February 2, 2026 (Mon) – November 28, 2026 (Sat)

👥 Number of Participants
100 people in total
(80 foreigners, 20 Koreans)

📌 Eligibility
✔ Those who enjoy hiking
✔ Those who can communicate in English
✔ Those who are active on social media

🗓 Recruitment Schedule
Application Period: February 2 (Mon) – February 22 (Sun)
Announcement: February 26 (Thu)
Kick-off Ceremony: March 7 (Sat)
Seoul Hiking Tourism Center (Bukhansan)

🎯 Program Activities
Participation in hiking programs and completion of missions
After completing each program, participants are required to post on social media
(Posts must include photos or videos and the designated hashtags.)

🎁 Benefits
✔ Free hiking gear rental
✔ Reward points for completing missions
✔ Redeem points for rewards
✔ Certificate upon earning 100 points
✔ Medal upon earning 150 points

Experience all four seasons of Seoul in the mountains
and create special memories with global friends.

Hello CIKers!
We will challenge ourselves with a 8 hour hike along the Hanyangdoseong (Seoul City Wall)! During our hike, we will see at least four of the fortress gates, hike up 4 peaks, and enjoy the views of downtown Seoul! Did you know that Hanyangdoseong was built, rebuilt, repaired and continuously maintained for more than half a millennium! You can see different construction materials used in each layer of the wall. These construction materials represent different periods of Koreas history. The Seoul Wall has been beautifully preserved and blends harmoniously with the terrain, making it an integral part Seoul!

[What you will see on this hike: History and Culture]
1. Gates of Hanyangdoseong
2. Architectural history of the Seoul Wall
3. Views of Downtown Seoul

[Hiking Route]
Sungnyemun(Namdaemun) Gate- Donuimun Gate - Inwangsan Summit - Changuimun Gate -Baekagmaru(Bugaksan) Summit - Sukjeongmun Gate - Hyehwamun Gate - Naksan Summit - Heunginjimun(Dongdaemun) Gate - Gwanghuimun Gate- Mongmyeoksan(Namsan) Summit- Sungnyemun Gate(18.6km/8hrs)

This hike will take roughly around 8 hours, depending on the speed and ability level of our group. The trail is classified as moderately difficult-are you up to the challenge!

CIK is not CIK without you! We hope you will join us for our first challenge event of the year!

Details of the Hike:

Where to Meet : Sungnyemun Gate(숭례문)

Date and Time: February 21st, Saturday at 09:30am

What to bring : Crampons (you need crampons to be able to safely hike through the snow and ice on the mountain), Appropriate footwear for hiking (we recommend sturdy hiking shoes or boots-we do not recommend sneakers), Clothing appropriate for the weather, Snacks/lunch, Plenty of water and etc.

Difficulty : moderate to advanced

Altitude : 50~342m

Distance : about 18.6 km

Estimated trip time: 8 hours(including lunch time)

A Few Notes:

1. Our activities and time might change according to weather, and etc. Please be flexible; we are all here to have a good time
2. Important: CIK highly recommends taking your own travel/accident insurance if you haven't already done so.
3. By participating in this event, you automatically consent that any photos(videos) taken during this event may be posted on our social media site or sponsors

**LEGAL NOTICE: DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY**
By participating in any of the trips/activities offered by CLIMBING IN KOREA, YOU hereby understand, acknowledge and agree that the trips/activities offered by CLIMBING IN KOREA are in general adventure sports/activities in nature, and therefore are generally risky activities which may involve potential and unforeseeable risks of bodily harm, which may include death or serious personal injury, as well as loss/damage of YOUR property/belongings. As such, YOU voluntarily and expressly assume these risks and are fully responsible for YOUR participation, actions, safety and well-being, and agree that CLIMBING IN KOREA as an entity and/or any of its organizers, officers, employees, guides, representatives, or other participants shall not be held responsible or liable for or be obligated to provide any financial compensation or any other assistance whatsoever in the event of injury, illness, death or loss/property damage relating to or arising out of YOUR participation in any trips/activities organized by CLIMBING IN KOREA.

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