Manjanggul Lava Tube 만장굴

Last checked: October 2026

Part of the Geomunoreum lava tube system (UNESCO). About 1 km of the 7.4 km cave is open, ending at a 7.6 m lava column.

Reopened on May 30, 2026. It was closed for more than two years after a rockfall.

Worth it?

Yes

You walk a kilometer inside a real lava tube, and it has only just reopened. A good choice on a rainy or hot day.

Visiting

Hours
09:00–18:00, last entry 17:00. Closed on the first Wednesday of each month.
Getting there
In Gujwa, on the northeast side of the island. No subway: go by car, or plan the bus with Kakao Map or Naver Map.
Time needed
About 1 hour.
Manjanggul Lava Tube
Photo: AhmadElq / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Tips

Nearby

More around here: the Jeju guide.

FAQ

Is Manjanggul open?

Yes, since May 30, 2026. It's closed on the first Wednesday of each month.

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