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Adrenaline rushes in store this April
Spring has sprung after a cold, harsh winter. This April, the weather is perfect for spending some quality time outdoors. Busan has the best adrenaline-inducing activities for thrill seekers. Busan is Good put together the best locations to enjoy speed so you can test your limits.
Don't miss the beautiful ocean views of Taejongdae when ziplining at the Ocean Flying Theme Park.
The upper station at Ocean Flying Theme Park.
Grab a seat and enjoy the view inside Thrill on the Mug.
The Mirror Maze in MOEI.
Take flight at Ocean Flying Theme Park
The Ocean Flying Theme Park in Taejongdae, which opened in November 2023, offers visitors an opportunity to immerse themselves in pristine nature and enjoy expansive ocean views. The new attraction presents a blend of relaxing experiences at its cafe and hair-raising thrills on its zip line.
Spanning a section of the Taejongdae Coastal Tour Road (태종대 해안관광연결도로), the upper station of the park boasts zip lines, observation decks, and a cafe. Meanwhile, the lower station houses an art and culture hall.
The exhilarating zip line experience covers a 653-meter trip and includes four zip wires for 50-second travel. To experience the adventure, two days advanced reservations are required. On the day of, participants should arrive at least 20 minutes early to make sure they can go through the necessary safety process and take off without delay.
The professional and highly trained staff will help visitors put on the required safety equipment and guide passengers on the best way to ensure a safe experience. Then, a free shuttle service will bring passengers to the top of the zip line entrance.
The activity is open to all adventure enthusiasts except those who weigh less than 30 kilograms or over 100 kilograms for safety purposes. Weather conditions can affect zip line availability, so it's recommended to call ahead and confirm a booking.
The cafe, Thrill on the Mug, occupies the second and third floors of the upper station, beneath the zip line boarding area. It offers a unique oceanic view of the anchorage just offshore of Taejeongdae.
Against the backdrop of the ocean, "Thrill on the Jazz Live!" presents live jazz performances at 6 and 7 p.m. every evening.
At the lower station, visitors can indulge in an immersive digital art experience at MOEI. The LED screens showcase fantastical landscapes bound to captivate the entire family.
※Taejongdae Ocean Flying Theme Park
◎Location
• Upper Station: 55 Haeyang Healing-ro, Yeongdo-gu
• Lower Station: 55 Taejong-ro, 836beon-gil, Yeongdo-gu
◎Hours
• Zip Line and MOEI: Open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Thrill on the Mug: Open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
◎Costs
• Zip Line: 30,000 won per rider.
• Media Art Exhibition Hall: 10,000 won per person
*Yeongdo-gu residents receive 30% off with up to one guest.
◎Website: topark.co.kr
Luge cart racing down a purpose-built track.
Enjoy the astonishing view from Sky Ride.
Hy Fly adapted cutting-edge technology for safety.
Skyline Luge Busan offers thrills for all ages
New Zealand company Skyline Enterprises introduced the luge ride in 1985. Since then, the unique, family-friendly activity has entertained millions of riders worldwide. In July 2021, Busan became the second location to host luge riders in Korea after Tongyeong, a coastal city in South Gyeongsang Province.
Skyline Luge takes riders on a gravity-powered trip in a wheeled luge down a purpose-built track. Riders have complete control over braking and steering as the cart goes down twists, turns and tunnels.
Skyline Luge Busan offers a thrilling 2.4-kilometer ride over four tracks: Wind, Marine, Peak and Forest. Each track has specially designed features, including hairpin corners and exhilarating tunnels, that leave riders grinning from ear to ear. As the company likes to say, "Once is never enough!"
Skyline Luge is a fun-filled adventure activity suitable for riders of all ages and experience levels. However, there are some restrictions based on height and age. Children must be 6 years old and taller than 110 centimeters to ride alone; otherwise, they can share a cart with an adult. Children under 85cm cannot ride.
Before boarding, instructors give a full briefing on how to operate the luge. Basically, riders should pull back on the handlebars to slow down and stop or release the handlebars to accelerate slightly.
After buying tickets, jump aboard the four-seater Sky Ride for a scenic adventure. The ride to the top of the luge tracks gives passengers a bird's eye view of the Osiria skyline.
For even more adventure, Skyline Luge Busan has introduced the Skyline Hy Fly. Feel the rush on this new 300-meter zip line track that pushes riders to speeds of 60 kilometers per hour. Traditionally, zip line speeds are subject to gravity; riders accelerate or decelerate based on the slope of the wire. However, Hy Fly's magnetic brake system gives riders total control and makes ziplining safer and easier for passengers. For safety reasons, individual riders must weigh between 25 and 120 kilograms.
Cap off the Hy Fly trip with a Free Fall Jump. While donning safety gear, visitors can jump to earth from a tall tower and feel like an action movie star. The Free Fall Jump is available to individuals who weigh between 40 and 120 kilograms.
※SkyLuge Busan
◎Address: 205 Gijanghaean-ro, Gijang-gun
◎Hours
•Luge: Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. from Monday to Friday. Closes at 8 p.m. on weekends and public holidays.
• Hy Fly Zip Line: Open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
◎Costs
• Luge: 30,000 to 36,000won
• Luge and Hy Fly: 59,000 to 69,000 won
• Free Fall Jump: 10,000 won
※Discounted prices are available online.
◎Website: skylineluge.kr/busan
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harsh: 가혹한
adrenaline-inducing: 아드레날린을 유발하는
immerse: 몰입하는, 몰입감 있는
exhilarating: 짜릿한
enthusiast: 열성팬
backdrop: 배경
grinning: 웃는 모습, 웃는 얼굴
accelerate: 가속하다
decelerate: 감속하다
donning: 착용하다, (옷을) 입다