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What our friends are saying 💬
Real stories from real people who found their Korea family through KOPLE
Emma W.
"I really liked the idea of groups because my group was amazing. It was interesting talking with new friends because, at the end of the day, everyone was comfortable."
Marco R.
"Always amazing to visit somewhere nice while meeting people from all over the world. It was really well organized and a great experience."
Yuki T.
"The most welcoming community! 🤗 As an introvert, I was nervous at first, but everyone made me feel at home instantly. KOPLE friends are friends for life!"
Alex C.
"The experience of getting to know new people and discovering places outside Seoul was wonderful! You guys have taken care of even the smallest details!"
Experience Korea Like a Local
Discover Hidden Gems, Authentic Experiences, and Lasting Friendships
Join a community of travelers exploring Korea's true essence.
Leave the tourist paths behind. With KOPLE, uncover local secrets, form meaningful connections, and create unforgettable memories.
Build Meaningful Connections
Turn fellow travelers into lifelong friends through shared adventures and authentic cultural experiences.
From Solo to Group Adventures
Transform individual journeys into shared experiences with like-minded travelers exploring Korea together.
Authentic Korean Experiences
From Street Food Alleys to Hidden Temples
Explore secret locations and local favorites with KOPLE. Discover the real Korea beyond the guidebooks.
Korea feels better with friends
Discover hidden temples, secret cafés, and weekend getaways — all together.
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Everything you're wondering about
Real questions from real people (just like you!) who were curious about joining our Korea family
🌟 KOPLE is Korea's friendliest travel community! We're 1,000+ adventurous people from 40+ countries who love exploring Korea together.
Think of us as your instant friend group in Korea - we organize weekend trips, discover hidden gems, and create memories that last a lifetime. Started as a university travel club, now we're a family!
✅ Our public community spaces are free to join — but official KOPLE Membership is a paid program with exclusive benefits.
KOPLE Membership includes:
Currently, we are offering complimentary membership to students of the 2025 Hanyang International Summer School. For all others, membership helps us continue building meaningful programs and supporting local economies through travel.
🗣️ Not at all! Most of our community speaks English, and we have members from all over the world at different Korean language levels.
Our trips are designed to be inclusive - we help with translations, navigate Korean culture together, and honestly, some of the best bonding happens when we're all trying to figure out a menu together! Your Korean will improve naturally through real experiences.
😳 Honestly? Some of our closest friendships started with 'I was so nervous to come!' We completely understand - joining a new group feels scary.
But our community is built on inclusivity and kindness. We have ice-breakers, smaller group activities, and shared travel experiences that break down walls fast. Plus, there's always someone else who's new and feeling the same way! You're welcome here.
📅 We're pretty active! Expect 2-3 organized trips per month, plus spontaneous weekend adventures.
We have a mix of day trips (temple visits, hiking, cultural experiences) and overnight adventures (beach trips, mountain getaways, festival visits). Plus our private chat groups are always buzzing with mini-meetups and impromptu hangouts!
🎒 Nope! We welcome everyone from 'never-left-Seoul' to 'climbed-every-mountain.'
Our trips range from super chill (cafe hopping, cultural sites) to more active (hiking, beach sports). We always give clear difficulty levels and what to expect. Plus, more experienced members love helping newcomers - it's part of our community spirit!
🚗 We handle the planning so you can focus on having fun! We arrange group transportation (usually KTX/bus), book accommodations together for better rates, and create detailed itineraries.
We also have local contacts at destinations. You just show up, bring your energy, and maybe some snacks to share! We send all details via our private group chats.
🧡 Expect to have your cheeks hurt from smiling too much! You'll meet amazing people, discover places you never knew existed, eat food you can't pronounce, and take way too many photos.
You'll probably make plans for the next adventure before the current one ends. Oh, and you'll finally understand why everyone loves KOPLE!
Still have questions?
Don't be shy! We love chatting with potential new friends. Drop us a message and we'll answer anything you're curious about.
We usually reply within a few hours!
P.S. Every KOPLE friend started with the same questions you have right now