Pyeongchang Trout Festival Tent Ice Fishing

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

From Seoul: Pyeongchang Trout Festival

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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

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Korea Winter Ice Fishing Festival (Pyeongchang trout Festival Tent ice fishing)

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From Seoul: Pyeongchang Trout Festival

$43.90

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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