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New for summer 2026: The Three Experiences Camping Tour brings Kemi, Oulu and Ranua together in one journey

In summer 2026, Ranua Resort is part of a new joint campaign designed to make northern camping travel even more inspiring. The Three Experiences Camping Tour connects Ranua Resort, Oulu's Nallikari and the SnowCastle of Kemi  into one ready-made summer route where every stop rewards the traveller.

Wild forest reindeer conservation project launched

Ranua Wildlife Park is participating in the extensive seven-year LIFEline4Fennicus project, which began in early 2026 and aims to improve the long-term viability of the wild forest reindeer (Rangifer tarandus fennicus) population.

Changes in restaurant opening hours during Easter

Baby news: Four wolverine kits born in Ranua Wildlife Park

Four wolverine kits were born at Ranua Wildlife Park in early February. A litter of four is considered large for wolverines. The kits are now approximately one month old.

Brown Bear has woken up from hibernation

Malla, the brown bear at Ranua Wildlife Park, has woken up from her winter sleep and has come out of her den.

New artwork "Guardian of the Ice" unveiled at Ranua Resort

Ranua Resort unveiled a new site-specific artwork, “Guardian of the Ice,” on Friday 27 February, International Polar Bear Day. Designed and created by designer Juhana Laivamaa, the modern polar bear sculpture is located in a central spot in the resort’s courtyard and will remain there permanently. It will serve as one of the area’s recognizable landmarks and as a reminder of the importance of polar bear conservation.

Ranua Resort reports strong results and significant investments in 2025

Ranua Resort (Ranuan Seudun Matkailu Oy) continued its positive development in 2025, achieving solid financial results while completing significant investments that enhance customer experience and regional economic impact. The year marked a milestone for the company, combining growth, responsibility and long-term development.

A Campaign to Protect Wetlands Has Launched

Ranua Resort in Oulu2026 events

Ranua Resort is taking part in the Oulu2026 European Capital of Culture opening weekend in Oulu on 16–18 January 2026. You can meet us in the city centre at the shopping centre Kauppakortteli Pekuri, where we’ll be present at the joint Ranua–Kemi–Tornio showcase stand.

Endangered Bukhara urial arrive in Ranua

In the wild, Bukhara urials inhabit mountainous regions of Central Asia. The Bukhara urial is divided into several subspecies, and the subspecies kept at Korkeasaari Zoo and now also at our park has the northeasternmost distribution and is particularly well adapted to mountainous conditions. It is classified as vulnerable and is considered the most endangered wild sheep. The population has declined due to poaching, competition with domestic livestock, as well as droughts and harsh winters.