Poldenná prehliadka kórejského šamanizmu v Soule so sprievodcom

Toto bol jeden z najunikátnejších zážitkov, aké som mal v Soule. Pešia túra na Inwangsan trvala asi dve hodiny a tempo bolo veľmi pohodlné. Náš sprievodca Ethan sa uistil, že si každý mohol oddýchnuť počas výstupu, takže sme sa nikdy necítili uponáhľaní. Túra je krásna a vyššie vyhliadky ponúkajú úžasný pohľad na panorámu Soulu. Túra sa zameriava na kórejskú spiritualitu a históriu kórejského šamanizmu. Ethan vysvetlil, ako šamani vykonávajú rituály, uctievajú duchov a ako tieto tradície ovplyvňujú kórejskú kultúru dnes. Prešli sme okolo svätyne a malého obchodu predávajúceho suveníry a kadidlo. Vrcholom bolo osobné šamanské čítanie. Šaman sa podelil o poznatky o mojej energii a duchovnom sprievodcovi a Ethan všetko preložil. Zážitok pôsobil autenticky a nebol zinscenovaný pre turistov. Vrelo ho odporúčam každému, kto hľadá kórejskú kultúru, spiritualitu a jedinečné zážitky nad rámec typických prehliadok Soulu.

One of the most unique and memorable experiences you can have in Korea—this tour is absolutely worth booking! Even though we arrived late and missed Ethan's email, he was very understanding and still welcomed us to the experience. The tour was engaging, educational, and gave us a deeper understanding of Korean shamanism and its cultural significance. Along the way, we enjoyed beautiful views and a cool evening breeze, which made the atmosphere even more special. I learned so much, had a great time, and left with a newfound respect for the culture. If you want to experience a side of Korea beyond the usual tourist attractions, don't miss this tour!

Ethan bol úžasný sprievodca a mal veľa informácií, a to nielen o šamanizme, ale aj o histórii a kultúre Kórey. Dôraz kládol na otvorenú myseľ, takže ste vedeli, že prehliadka je bezpečným priestorom! Na vrchole hory sme si mohli niečo priať, čo bolo veľmi príjemné a upokojujúce zážitok. Aj keď nie ste duchovne založený človek, táto prehliadka vám ukáže novú stránku Soulu, budete sa môcť ponoriť do prírody, vidieť krásne výhľady a spoznať históriu a príbehy Kórey.

Ethan did a phenomenal job pacing the tour and explaining the foundations of Korea and Korean Shamanism. I booked both the tour and the Shaman reading, and I highly recommend both. Ethan is a great storyteller, and by the time you reach the top, it hardly feels like a hike. Before booking, I had already researched Korean Shamanism and had many personal questions about things I had felt and experienced. Seeing the altars and sacred spaces in person gave deeper context, and the reading helped clarify and confirm many things for me. I was nervous about the unknown, but I felt strongly drawn to do it, and it was absolutely worth it. Knowing Korean helped, but it was not necessary since Ethan translated wonderfully and the Shaman also knew some English. This is a niche tour, but a deeply meaningful and eye-opening one. 10/10 recommend. ❤️ PS: At the reading, avoid asking about those who have passed unless truly necessary. It consumes energy, and Shamans are human too. 무당 선생님께 다시 한번 감사드립니다!

Ethan was the brainchild behind this tour and an awesome guide. He’s a wonderful storyteller who really knows how to set the mood as you ascend the mountain and immerse yourself in its mystical atmosphere. The place has a really strong spiritual energy, and if you’re someone who’s sensitive to these things, you might just feel a thing or two. I decided to consult a shaman during the tour, and I have absolutely no regrets. It was such a fun and unique experience, and the shaman definitely gave me some new perspectives on life. Would highly recommend this tour if you’re looking for something a little different, meaningful, and memorable!

Overall, one of the most unique experiences from my rent trip to Seoul. The tour involves about two hours of walking and hiking with quite a few stairs, but our guide, Ethan, made sure we had plenty of breaks while sharing interesting facts and stories along the way. The nighttime views of Seoul from the mountainside were beautiful, and there was also an opportunity to purchase candles and make a wish near the top. Definitely a memorable trip.

The tour was nice & promptly - easy to follow. Ethan is our tour guide and he's very attentive to all of the guests, taking frequent breaks along the trails as the stairs quite steep & knowledgeable about the history of Seoul in general & deep stories about shamanism & we got to see the rituals today as well! Definitely once in a lifetime experience to see where the locals go & learn about the history & especially the people! I also did the shaman reading which the shaman is very lovely & Ethan is very patiently explaining to me about my reading which was another experience I've never tried before! 10/10 recommended! Thank you so much for such a lovely tour!!

Very impressive tour that guide around area that tourist probably never head to on their own - also very authentic and not those setted ground for tourism purpose. Ethan is a vivid, energetic, patient and caring storyteller that has in-depth knowledge towards Korean folklore and Shamanism, who are always willing to share his knowledge and recieve random questions from the group. In addition, it is lucky to have joined the optional Shaman reading experience. Being able to visit a Shaman and having one-to-one session to experience the spiritual culture is one of the most unforgettable part of my Seoul trip. Highly recommended for those who are looking for beyond-typical experience in Seoul.

Fue una experiencia increíble. Como alguien interesada en el chamanismo y la espiritualidad cumplió con todas mis expectativas. Ethan fue muy detallista, nos contactó con anticipación para darnos toda la información necesaria, ajustó el horario para que todos pudiéramos vivir la experiencia completa y durante todo el recorrido nos dió una explicación muy interesante sobre el lugar, sobre historia coreana y sobre la cultura del chamanismo. Durante el recorrido pudimos orar para pedir un deseo y a pesar de ser una montaña no se sintió pesado porque nos dió las pausas necesarias para descansar. Definitivamente lo recomiendo altamente y volvería a tomar el tour completo en mi próxima visita a Corea.

So I came to Seonbawi rock with my Filipino sister last year to pray and the benevolent spirits residing there had granted my wish. I received a major major miracle and I promised that I would visit again as gratitude. Honestly, if Ethan didn't start this tour I would have broken my promise because my sister back in the Philippines can't come with me, and I don't want to risk going alone at Ingwangsan as a foreigner, who knows what would happen. 😅 I really liked that Ethan is considerate and prepared, even gave us some mosquito repellents. Our pacing during the hike is also good. I also enjoyed the stories he told us. It was a surprise to hear folktales and legends that I haven't heard of yet. If the benevolent spirits at Seonbawi Rock made my wish come true this year, I would join Ethan's tour again next year October and that is a promiseeee~ I hope we can witness a 'gut' in the future 🏞️🥹🙏