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Welcome Autumn – and changes to opening hours

Ranua Resort is slowly transitioning into the winter season, and the arrival of autumn has brought changes to our opening hours. The Wildlife Park, ticket office, and gift shop are open every day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Domestic Animal Park and Mini Car Track are closed for the rest of the year. They will reopen at the beginning of next summer.

Five wild forest reindeer released into the wild

The young male wild forest reindeer curiously observe the open gate of the on-site enclosure in July 2025. Photo by Milla Niemi / Metsähallitus

Wild forest reindeer conservation continues!

The wild forest reindeer gets a seven-year extension for its conservation project! This native species has received significant funding from the EU LIFE programme. The LIFEline4Fennicus project, starting in 2026, will support the population's viability through various measures such as reintroductions and habitat restoration. 

Wild Arctic Restaurant is getting a fresh new look starting 16.6.!

Wild Arctic Restaurant is getting a fresh new look starting 16.6. Despite the renovations, we will be open all summer every day

Summer Opening Hours in Effect!

Ranua Wildlife Park is now in full summer mode: we're open daily from 10 AM to 6 PM until the end of August.

Wildlife park ticket sales & souvenir shop renovation starts on Monday

The ticket sales and souvenir shop at the Wildlife park are being renovated, and the renovation will begin on Monday, the 5th of May.

Reindeer trio assisting scientist

The reindeer Pahka, Piipa, and Pörrö recently posed for a thermal camera and took part in a study by the University of Oulu, aimed at developing methods to prevent reindeer collisions.

Supporting Research – A Look Back at 2024

Biodiversity conservation is actively pursued at the animal park through various means, one of which is participating in research that advances the protection of species and biodiversity.

Happy Birthday Venus!

Venus the polar bear turns 20 years today! Congratulations!

Lunch offer during the autumn holidays