Private Tour
Ranua Zoo Experience with Private Transport and Optional Lunch
Overview
Available languages
5 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Private transport, flexible pacing, and easy walking paths, this tour is perfect for all ages and seasons—whether winter’s snowy magic or summer’s forest charm.
Experience Arctic wildlife, ideal for animal photography and families. You’ll be picked up from your accommodation or a meeting point and travel ~80 km to Ranua Zoo near Rovaniemi.
Explore the 2.8 km walking trail through pristine forest, home to over 50 Arctic species, including polar bears, wolves, and moose, all in their natural habitats. The tour lasts 2–3 hours inside the park, with plenty of time to enjoy wildlife, visit the souvenir and local chocolate shop, and capture stunning photos.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Ranua Zoo
On this memorable day trip to Ranua Wildlife Park, you’ll explore the northernmost zoo in the world, home to over 50 species of Arctic animals. As you walk along a scenic forest trail, you’ll see polar bears, Arctic foxes, wolves, moose, lynxes, owls, and many other fascinating creatures in spacious, natural enclosures. Your guide will share interesting stories and facts about the animals and their Arctic habitat. This tour is a perfect blend of nature, wildlife, and relaxation—suitable for all ages and enjoyable year-round, whether surrounded by snow in winter or forest greenery in summer.
What‘s Included
Information about the Zoo & free visit for 2 hours
Admission fee
Hotel / Accommodation Transfer
Optional Lunch buffet
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
With Buffet Lunch
Lunch: Buffet Lunch at the Wild Arctic Restaurant.
Pickup included
Zoo Without Lunch
Zoo Entrance: 2 hrs free visit at the Zoo
Duration: 5 hours
Car
Pickup included
Reviews
28 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour
Suzana M,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was great. We had a wonderful drive. Everything was as we tought it would be. We loved the 2 hours in the zoo.
Highly recommended!
Giada S,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00R Paul was punctual and very kind for our transfer to Rauna zoo. The car is new and comfortable, the driving was safe and we felt communication was good. We had such a positive experience that we also decided to get our next transfer to the Snowhotel with him.
Amazing trip to the Ranua Zoo
Uta P,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We really liked the trip, it was wonderful! Paul arrived at the agreed time, as it was written, he did not put us together with other groups. It was exactly as it says in the description of the trip. The ride was very pleasant and Paul was an excellent guide and interlocutor.
Great experience
354vigneshv,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful experience with on-time pick up and perfect guidance
Paul is an amazing tour...
Ramen D,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Paul is an amazing tour guide! Smooth communication and well organised, Woukd recommended to anyone who's interested in visiting ☺️
Highly recommend this tour
Voyager33244335548,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a really lovely experience on this zoo tour. It was just me and my girlfriend, and our guide was incredibly nice, pleasant, and kind from start to finish. He picked us up directly from our hotel and explained the plan for the day on the way, which made everything feel very easy and well organised. When we arrived, he showed us where the restaurant was and let us know that our meal was included in the tour. He also gave us a clear plan for exploring the zoo, told us the polar bear feeding time, and shared a few helpful tips so we wouldn’t miss anything important. After that, he let us explore the zoo on our own, which was perfect for us as a couple. It felt relaxed, well-planned, and very enjoyable. Overall, it was a great experience and we’d definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting. Thank you for such a pleasant and memorable day!
Smooth trip
lydq2026,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The communication with our guide on the pickup and throughout the journey was smooth and enjoyable. He was very friendly and shared with us many things about Finland. Everything went smoothly.
excellent
clive h,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00fantastic day out. picked up on time, wry comfortable transfer and nice lunch. guide was very friendly and helpful
fantastic visit to the zoo. collected punctually and really looked after for the day! would highly recommend!
Clive H,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00if you are in two minds about booking the trip to the zoo don’t hesitate! we were collected from our hotel and transported in comfort to the zoo. what a fantastic day and a great lunch buffet too! our guide was friendly and accommodating. highly recommended
Paul is a true...
Mario C,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Paul is a true professional. He picked us up at the hotel entrance at the agreed-upon time. As soon as we arrived, he offered us a snack for the trip. The journey was peaceful, allowing us to enjoy the snowy scenery and pleasant music. Once we arrived at the park, he took care of everything and accompanied us to the trailhead. He offered to take photos for us and answered all our questions.
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