Abai Village Ferry (아바이마을 갯배)
Gangwon · 39, Jungangbudu-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
Address
39, Jungangbudu-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
39, Jungangbudu-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
Parking
Available (Capacity: about 50 small vehicles)
Available (Capacity: about 50 small vehicles)
Overview
Gaetbae (boat without engine) is an exotic means of transportation to cross the Abai Village at the mouth of Cheongchoho Lake. It is a rapid means of traveling between downtown Sokcho and Abai Village along the 50 m-long waterway. This small barge-style boat without an engine can be run by pulling the wire manually. When fixing the solid steel wire on both sides of the waterway and pulling it hard with a hook, a boat moves forward slowly. As there is no boatman, passengers need to work together to move the boat. It takes about 5 min to cross the water by boat. This unique experience still attracts many tourists to Sokcho. Furthermore, it is known as the filming location for the Korean TV drama Autumn in My Heart, so many tourists from Japan and China visit the place.
Location
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Info: • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-33-635-2003
Best Time to Visit
South Korea has four distinct seasons. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are the most popular times to visit. Summer brings humidity and occasional typhoons, while winter is cold but great for ski resorts and festivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Available (Capacity: about 50 small vehicles)
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-33-635-2003
• For more info: +82-33-635-2003
