Chujado

Chujado (추자도) is a group of islands administrated by Jeju.

Understand

Located half way between Jeju island and the mainland. The main islands of Hachuja (Upper Chuja) and Sangchuja (Lower Chuja) are connected by a bridge. It is administrated by Jeju.

Get in

Ferries are the only public transport options, with:

• Red Pearl (Hanil Express) car ferry service between Chujado and Jeju City (approximately 2 hour journey)
• Stop on the Pink Dolphin ferry service between Mokpo and Jeju City (approximately 90 minute journey from Jeju)
• Stop on the Onbada Ferry 1 service between Wando and Jeju City

Get around

There is an island Circle Bus stopping at the settlements of Daeseo, Yeongheung, Mungni, Sinyang and Yechori. The 30 minute journey runs every hour between 07:00 - 21:30.

Do

• Chujado Olle Trail is a 17.7 km hiking trail, the trail begins at Chuja's main town and reaches the peaks of both islands. It is considered a demanding hike.
• Fishing. Chujado is highly regarded as a fishing destination by Koreans. (updated Mar 2016)

Buy

• 1 CU. Convenience store chain (updated Mar 2016)

Sleep

There are 37 holiday lodging houses, as well as camping in the areas of Sinde Coast, Hupo Coast, Jangjakpyeongsa Beach and Mojini Beach.

Go next

There are pretty much only two options:

• Jeju Island South Korea's holiday island to the south
• The South Korean mainland to the north