“Just driving along the coast won’t show you the true Jeju. If you really want to experience Jeju’s quieter side, I recommend a peaceful forest drive. This drive starts in Seonheul-ri, passes through Gyorae Recreation Forest, and ends along the serene Jeju Arboretum Road.”

Seonheul-ri is a quiet inland village in eastern Jeju, more of a place where locals live than a tourist spot. But as you drive through its calm roads, you’ll see volcanic landscapes blending with patches of Gotjawal forest, spreading gently around you. In the morning, a light fog hangs low over the trees, and the scent of the forest drifts in through your open window along with the sound of birds.

Turn toward Gyorae, and soon you’ll arrive at Gyorae Recreation Forest. From a small information center by the parking lot, a gentle trail of wooden steps leads into the woods. It’s an easy walk for both kids and older visitors, making it a favorite spot for families. Sunlight filters through the cedar trees, and when the wind stirs the leaves, it feels as if time in Jeju slows down.

When you leave the forest and drive along Jeju Arboretum Road, you’ll find a quiet place where locals come for a stroll or to relax. It’s a spot that captures Jeju’s calm, unhurried spirit. Each season paints the road with different colors — bright greens in spring and crimson leaves in autumn.

“Many who go on this drive tell me it’s the first time they’ve really felt just how peaceful Jeju can be. For us Uber Taxi drivers, it’s one of the drives we’re most proud to recommend. So how about a quiet drive through the forest, feeling the gentle breeze of Jeju around you?
I’ll be happy to guide you along the way.”