Visit Ranua Arctic Wildlife Park from Kemi, the northernmost zoo in the world!
This visit to Ranua Arctic Wildlife Park departs from Kemi, a town in northern Finland located along the coast of Bothnian Bay in Lapland. Ranua Arctic Wildlife Park is situated in the town of Ranua, approximately 110 kilometres (68 miles) from Kemi.
The trip to Ranua Wildlife Park begins with pick-up from your chosen location in Kemi. You'll be greeted by the experienced guide and embark on a scenic drive to the park. Upon arrival, the guide will lead you on a tour of Ranua Zoo, home to over 50 animal species native to the region. The park offers a unique chance to see Arctic animals in settings designed to mimic their natural habitats. The park is open year-round and changes with the seasons, providing a varied experience. In winter, the park is covered in snow, creating an authentic Arctic environment, while in summer, the park has a lush green landscape that contrasts beautifully with the surrounding forests.
During the tour at Ranua Wildlife Park, you'll have the chance to see Arctic animals such as bears, reindeer, wolves, gluttons, lynxes, moose and birds. The park is also home to the only polar bears in Finland! You'll learn about the different breeds and the importance of their conservation and respect. After observing the animals, you'll enjoy a light lunch and have some time to visit the local souvenir shops and cafés. At the end of the full-day excursion, the guide will drive you back to the starting point in Kemi.
Discover the marvellous animals of Finland on this guided visit to Ranua Arctic Wildlife Park from Kemi!
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Practical information
On this excursion, you'll depart from Kemi and visit the Ranua Arctic Wildlife Park.
- Arrive at the meeting point in Kemi (or pick-up from your listed accommodation)
- Drive to Ranua Arctic Wildlife Park (approximately 1.5 - 2 hours)
- Receive Arctic clothing
- The guided tour begins!
- Visit the animals at the zoo
- Enjoy lunch
- Visit the local shops
- Return drive to the original starting point in Kemi
Pick-up/drop-off is included from the following accommodations in Kemi. Please specify your location upon booking:
- Hotel Merihovi reception
- Hotel Palomestari reception
- SnowCastle reception
- Glass Villas Kemi reception
- Guide
- Transfers
- Park entrance fee
- Winter overalls
- Winter boots
- Lunch
- Warm layers of clothing
- Woollen socks
- Hat
- Gloves
- Scarf
- Camera