🌊 Jeongbang & Cheonjiyeon Waterfalls | Seaside Thunder & Moonlit Calm in Seogwipo 💧🌙🌿

📝 1. Overview
In southern Jeju’s Seogwipo (서귀포), two stunning waterfalls offer completely different vibes —
Jeongbang Waterfall (정방폭포) crashes dramatically directly into the ocean, while
Cheonjiyeon Waterfall (천지연폭포) is tucked into a forest, softly lit and full of legends.
Both are easily walkable from central Seogwipo, making them a perfect half-day pairing for nature, photos, and peaceful reflection.

🌟 2. Highlights

💥 Jeongbang Waterfall (정방폭포) – The Only Oceanfall in Korea

🌊 23-meter high waterfall that pours straight into the sea
🪨 Rocky coast path where you can stand near the base
📸 Close-up splash shots & wide-angle sea + cliff views
📖 Linked to legends of a Chinese servant who left calligraphy on the rocks
💬 Loud, powerful, and incredibly photogenic

🌙 Cheonjiyeon Waterfall (천지연폭포) – “Pond of Heaven” Hidden in the Forest

🌿 Lush forest trail with bridges and tropical plants
💧 22-meter soft fall into a jade-colored pond
🕯️ Subtle lighting after sunset → romantic atmosphere
🐟 Home to local freshwater fish and Jeju’s “Mutae” eels
🧘 Calm, relaxing vibe great for evening visits

💡 3. Tips
📸 Best photo spots:

Jeongbang: from the rocks below — bring waterproof shoes!
Cheonjiyeon: from the arched bridge facing the waterfall
🕐 Best time:
Jeongbang: 10 AM–4 PM (for full sun & fewer crowds)
Cheonjiyeon: 6–8 PM (for night lighting & cooler temps)
🎟️ Entry fee: ~₩2,000–3,000 per site (cash/card OK)
👟 Wear grippy shoes — Jeongbang path = slippery rocks
📍 Both are within 10–15 min of each other by foot/taxi

🍽️ 4. Nearby Eats – Top 3 Around the Waterfalls

Hwaro Hyang (화로향)
🥩 Jeju black pork BBQ with a view of the coast
📍 Near Jeongbang Waterfall entrance
🕒 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Seogwipo Maeil Olle Market (서귀포매일올레시장)
🍢 Street food: tangerine juice, skewers, and hotteok
📍 10 min walk from Cheonjiyeon
🕒 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Cafe 737 (카페737)
☕ Rooftop café with sea + waterfall trail views
📍 Between the two waterfalls
🕒 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

🚗 5. Access

📍 From Jeju Airport (제주국제공항):
🚗 ~1 hr drive (rentals or express bus 600 to Seogwipo Intercity Terminal)
🚌 Local buses: #181, #281, or Airport Limousine → Seogwipo Jungang

📍 From Seogwipo City Center:
🚶 Jeongbang: 10-min walk south
🚶 Cheonjiyeon: 10-min walk west

📍 Getting Around:
🚶 Both waterfalls are connected by walkable paths through town
🗺️ Taxi between the two = ₩4,000–5,000
🛵 E-scooter rental available nearby for fast transitions