The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) estimates that more than seven million South Koreans are camping domestically, reflecting the growing popularity of outdoor travel across the country.
In line with this trend, digital travel platform Agoda has released data identifying the top five domestic camping destinations among South Korean travelers for the fall season, with Jeju emerging as the most popular choice.
The ranking, based on bookings for accommodation types such as tents, holiday and caravan parks, and farm stays made between September and November, placed Jeju at the top, followed by Jeonju and Gangneung.
Samcheok and Namhae completed the list of the five leading domestic camping destinations for the cooler months.
Gangneung’s reputation as a camping destination was reinforced when one of its campsites was featured among the top 10 domestic spots on the “Must-Visit Camping Map,” a guide curated by the KTO and Kakao Mobility.
Namhae, meanwhile, is positioning itself as an emerging camping hotspot through events like the “2025 Treasure Island Namhae Romantic Camping Festa,” which runs from September to November. The festival includes a range of community-oriented programs that aim to strengthen the local camping culture and encourage repeat visitation.
South Koreans are also extending their camping preferences to international destinations. Agoda’s data shows that Bali and Lombok in Indonesia are the most booked international camping destinations among South Korean travelers, followed by Pienza in Italy, Phuket in Thailand, and Majorca in Spain.
Lombok’s popularity reportedly increased following its feature on the television show Youn’s Kitchen, while Pienza saw a rise in visitors after appearing on Europe Outside Your Tent.
In a press release, Jay Lee, Regional Director for North Asia at Agoda, said, “Camping has become a popular form of relaxation and everyday enjoyment, with diverse styles such as traditional outdoor camping and glamping gaining traction.
Agoda enables travelers to explore a wide range of accommodations from tents to caravans and holiday parks, making it easier to plan a camping experience that best suits their preferences.”
For outdoor hospitality professionals, these findings suggest sustained consumer interest in camping and glamping experiences, both domestically and abroad. The growth signals opportunities for parks and operators to invest in varied accommodation types and seasonal programming to meet evolving traveler expectations.