Netflix’s “Take a Hike!” Is the K-Variety Show You Didn’t Know You Needed This Summer — Here’s Why

Forget the gym. This August, four reluctant hikers are conquering Korea’s snowiest peaks — and honestly, we’re already hooked. Netflix has dropped exciting first details about its upcoming variety show “Take a Hike!”, and the cast alone is reason enough to mark your calendar.

What Is “Take a Hike!” About?

“Take a Hike!” follows four self-described “involuntary hikers” who have never cared about hiking as they embark on their first-ever midwinter expedition across snow-covered peaks. Think frozen mountains, zero experience, and maximum chaos — that’s the recipe here.

The show is directed by PD Park Hyun Yong, who previously delivered big laughs with “Earth Arcade,” “Jinny’s Kitchen,” and the beloved “New Journey to the West” series. So you know the comedic DNA is solid.

Meet the Cast

Premiering in the height of summer this August, “Take a Hike!” will showcase the breathtaking yet harsh beauty of Korea’s snow-covered mountains, offering viewers a cool and refreshing escape from the heat. Peak summer content, literally.

What the Cast Said — And It’s Adorable

The cast has been refreshingly honest about how tough (and unexpectedly beautiful) this experience was.

Lee Chae Min shared that starting with Seoraksan, the group climbed some of Korea’s most famous mountains and built strong teamwork along the way, adding that he found himself completely drawn to the charm of winter mountains despite the initial difficulty.

Dowoon reflected that he has many fun and happy memories from the climb, and genuinely respected the directors and production team, calling it an enjoyable time throughout.

Tarzzan noted that everything in the show is real, and encouraged viewers to look forward to it. soompi No scripts, no safety net — just four guys and some very steep hills.

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Why You Should Watch

If you’re a fan of the variety show format that blends genuine emotion, laughter, and friendship, “Take a Hike!” looks like a must-watch. A proven director, four charming personalities, and real mountains? That’s a winning formula.

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