Top Finland Zoos & Wildlife Parks

Short on time in Lapland? This 2.5-hour reindeer sleigh and husky sled experience from Rovaniemi is just the ticket. Meet and learn about friendly reindeer at a reindeer farm, and settle on a reindeer sleigh for a wonderful ride through the snowy woods. Receive a souvenir reindeer driving license, see the beautiful sled dogs, and take an exciting husky-sled ride through the wintry forests. Finish with a coffee or sweet hot berry juice before returning to Rovaniemi.

Nature lovers will cherish this opportunity to experience the beauty and tranquility of Finland’s Taiga forest. The full-day excursion includes a guided hike through Liesjärvi National Park along with a traditional Finnish lunch with drink and dessert cooked and eaten beside a lake. Hassle-free roundtrip transfer from central Helsinki makes it easy to get out of the city to experience this stunning natural habitat.

Get up close to incredible Arctic wildlife on a 5-hour guided trip to the Ranua Wildlife Park, Lapland’s top family attraction. Nestled in woodlands south of Rovaniemi, this beautiful park houses 50 types of animals in environments as close to their natural habitats as possible. Take a walking tour around the forested grounds — and, in summer, the domestic animal park — to see polar bears, lynx, moose, birds and more as your guide shares fun facts about each species. Finish with light snacks before returning to Rovaniemi.

Combine a city tour of Helsinki with a ferry journey to Suomenlinna Island on this half-day excursion. Listen to guided commentary while exploring the highlights of Helsinki such as Esplanade Park and the Market Square. Hop a ferry to Suomenlinna for a walking tour including the Jetty barracks, the Suomenlinna Church, and the Great Courtyard.

Enjoy visiting the Ranua Zoo with a flexible itinerary and personalized attention on this private tour. After private transportation from Rovaniemi, explore the forest trails through the natural enclosures to see and learn about the Arctic animals. Wind up your tour with a buffet lunch included tea and coffee.

Hunt for the northern lights in style on this evening trip from Rovaniemi. Leave behind the stress of navigation and benefit from having guides to accompany you as you glide through the Lappish forests on a husky-pulled sled. Going on a guided aurora hunting trip ensures you won't miss a thing, whether you're traveling through the forest or by car to a lakeside vantage point, depending on the weather.