Activity Overview
The Pyeongchang Trout Festival offers a quintessential winter experience in Korea. Participants can enjoy tent ice fishing, catch fresh trout, and engage in traditional winter activities like sledding and ice skating. It’s a family-friendly activity that blends fun and cultural immersion.
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Pyeongchang Trout Festival X Tent Ice Fishing Experience – GetYourGuide
Why We Selected It
This product offers a well-rounded experience, including ice fishing with all equipment provided, plus additional winter activities like sledding and ice skating. The flexibility of weekday availability and convenient meeting points make it a standout choice.
Comparison Table of Pyeongchang Trout Festival Tours
Feature | Viator: Korea Winter Ice Fishing Festival | GetYourGuide: Pyeongchang Trout Festival |
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Duration | 5 hours at the festival | 10-12 hours, including travel |
Language | English, Chinese | English, Chinese, Korean |
Inclusions | – Ice fishing equipment – Tent and chair rental – Transportation – English/Chinese-speaking guide | – Ice fishing equipment – Tent and chair rental – Transportation – Professional guide |
Exclusions | Meals, personal expenses, medical insurance | Meals, personal expenses, insurance |
Cancellation Policy | Full refund if canceled 24 hours in advance | Full refund if canceled 24 hours in advance |
Unique Features | Grilled trout tasting at own expense | Additional activities like sledding and ice skating |
Price Comparison

Detailed Tour Information
Korea Winter Ice Fishing Festival (Viator)
- Language: English, Chinese
- Duration: 5 hours at the festival; approximately 11 hours round trip
- Inclusions:
- Round-trip transportation via air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional English/Chinese-speaking guide
- Admission fee for ice fishing
- Fishing chair and equipment rental
- Exclusions:
- Meals and drinks (optional grilled trout tasting at own expense)
- Personal expenses
- Medical insurance
- Itinerary:
- 07:30: Depart from selected Seoul pick-up points
- 11:00: Arrival at Pyeongchang Trout Festival
- 11:30: Begin ice fishing experience (tent fishing included)
- 12:30: Optional trout grilling and tasting (self-pay)
- 13:30: Explore other festival activities (sledding, barehanded fishing)
- 16:00: Depart for Seoul
- 18:30: Return to Hongik University Station
- Highlights:
- Guided ice fishing experience, including tent and chair
- Taste fresh trout—grilled or as sashimi (self-pay option)
- Family-friendly activities like sledding and barehanded trout catching
- Learn about trout cultivation in Pyeongchang, Korea’s largest trout producer
- Cancellation Policy:
- Full refund if canceled 24 hours in advance
- Additional Information:
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for most travelers, including children and groups
- Infants must sit on laps during transportation
Pyeongchang Trout Festival X Tent Ice Fishing Experience (GetYourGuide)
- Language: English, Chinese, Korean
- Duration: 10-12 hours (including travel)
- Inclusions:
- Admission fee for the Pyeongchang Trout Festival
- Tent, fishing chair, and rod rental for ice fishing
- Round-trip transportation in a comfortable coach
- Professional tour guide
- Exclusions:
- Meals and drinks (on-site trout grilling or sashimi at self-pay food stalls)
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Itinerary:
- 07:00-08:00: Depart from one of three Seoul meeting points (Namsan Yejang Park, Hotel The Designers DDP, or Hongik Univ. Station)
- 11:00: Arrival at Pyeongchang Trout Festival
- 11:30-15:00: Ice fishing experience in a private tent; option to grill your catch
- Explore winter activities such as:
- Ice skating
- Ice sledding
- Bumper cars
- 15:30: Departure for Seoul
- 18:30-19:00: Drop-off at Hongik Univ. Station
- Highlights:
- Comprehensive ice fishing package with full equipment provided
- Engage in festive winter activities like sledding, skating, and bumper cars
- Enjoy freshly caught trout, grilled or served as sashimi
- Great for families and groups, with options for children and beginners
- Cancellation Policy:
- Full refund if canceled 24 hours in advance
- Additional Information:
- Tours are available only on weekdays (Jan 2 – Jan 29) due to weekend congestion
- Children under 24 months join for free without a seat
- Activity may be canceled if minimum traveler numbers are not met (notification sent 1 day in advance)
- Single drop-off point at Hongik University Station for all participants
Conclusion
For an all-in-one ice fishing and winter fun experience, GetYourGuide’s tour is the better option. For travelers prioritizing a focused ice fishing experience with a shorter duration, Viator’s tour is a great alternative. Remember to dress warmly and enjoy the festive atmosphere!
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