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Arctic animals live in our wildlife park; a total of about 50 northern and arctic animal species and about 150 animal individuals. Well-being is one of the central values of Ranua Wildlife Park and we want to act responsibly. Most of our residents were born in shelter conditions here or in other animal parks, and are used to the presence of humans – still we ask all our visitors to respect the peace of the animals in their own home, and to behave in a calm manner near the enclosures.

The only polar bear in Finland lives in our wildlife park, and we also have wolves, lynxes, wolverines, brown bears, arctic fox, owls, moose, reindeer, otters and much more! The animals have spacious enclosures in the middle of the forest, which resemble their natural habitat.

The enclosures also provide animals with hiding places and opportunities for choice; sometimes animals want to be alone, eat or sleep, and other times they want to observe their surroundings or play – either alone or together. Be patient and wait quietly by the enclosures to see the animals. If the enclosure seems quiet, it’s worth coming again after a while; the animals may be eating or napping.

Winter Programme

There is plenty to see and experience in the wildlife park every day during winter!
During our animal presentations, you’ll hear stories about the animals who call our park home and learn about their relatives in the wild – and how we can all help protect these wonderful species. At feeding times, you can observe as the keepers care for the animals and offer their daily treats.

The programme runs daily from 17 November 2025 to 8 March 2026. The weekly schedule is published on this page every Friday.

We warmly welcome you to enjoy a winter day in the wildlife park!

Wednesday – Friday, 7–9 Jan

12.00 – polar bear – keeper talk

14.00 – wild forest reindeer – keeper talk

Saturday – Sunday, 10–11 Jan

13.00 – arctic fox – feeding time

Monday – Wednesday 12-14 Jan

12.00 – arctic fox – feeding time

Thursday – Friday 15–16 Jan

12.00 – arctic fox – feeding time

13.00 – polar bear – keeper talk

Saturday – Sunday, 17–18 Jan

13.00 – arctic fox – feeding time

Please note:

Schedule changes are possible. Up-to-date information is available at the ticket office upon arrival.
Please arrive on time so you have enough time to walk to the animal enclosure.
All animal feedings are done by the keeper. Guests observe from outside the enclosure.