Ultimate Lapland Combo: Ranua Zoo, Floating, Sauna & Dinner - Rovaniemi

This "Ultimate Lappish Adventure, with Lunch and Dinner" is a full-day experience designed to showcase the best Lappish experiences in one comprehensive tour. Departing from Rovaniemi, this 10+ hour adventure allows participants to save time and money by combining multiple iconic activities into a single, memorable day in Lapland.

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What to Expect on Your Ultimate Lapland Adventure:

Your full-day journey begins with a convenient hotel pick-up in Rovaniemi.

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Part 1: Ranua Wildlife Park

• Journey to Ranua: Enjoy a one-hour drive to Ranua Wildlife Park, the northernmost zoo in the world, nestled in picturesque Lapland forests.
• Wildlife Observation: Explore the park and observe over 50 animal species in their natural habitats. This includes iconic Arctic animals such as polar bears, gray wolves, lynxes, Arctic foxes, minks, brown bears, geese, and owls. Learn about their lives and adaptations to the Arctic environment. The walking trail through the Wildlife Park is approximately 3km long and takes several hours to complete.
• Buffet Lunch: Following the wildlife safari, a delicious buffet lunch is served.

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Part 2: Authentic Lappish Hideaway & Arctic Lake Immersion

• Scenic Drive: After lunch, enjoy a 1 hour drive to our true Lappish Hideaway – a private lake venue.
• Arctic Floating Experience: Prepare for a unique floating experience in an Arctic lake.
  • Rescue Suits Provided: Participants wear special rescue floating suits made of light, waterproof material to stay completely dry and warm.
  • Seasonal Adaptation: In the summer season, float in the lake under the polar sun (White Nights). In winter, float in an ice hole (the lake is frozen). This provides a peaceful and amazing sensation.
  • Guaranteed Warmth: The suits guarantee dry and allow for full relaxation.

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Part 3: Traditional Finnish Sauna & Lakeside Plunge

• Wood-Burning Sauna: Experience a traditional Finnish wood-burning sauna, built among pine trees, offering a rejuvenating and healthy experience. The natural resin scent enhances the "löyly" (steam).
• Hot & Cold Contrast: Enjoy the traditional Finnish practice of interchanging hot and cold temperatures. Warm up in the sauna, then take a breathtaking plunge into the refreshing Arctic lake. This practice improves circulation, benefits skin, and provides an adrenaline rush.

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Part 4: Traditional Lappish Dinner & Campfire Stories

• Open-Fire Dinner: After the sauna and lake activities, enjoy a traditional Finnish dinner. The main dish is a delicious smoked salmon fillet, cooked over an open fire.
• Rustic Ambiance: Non-alcoholic beverages and hot drinks are included. Guests gather around the open fire for conversation and relaxation.

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Key Features of This Ultimate Lapland Tour:

• Comprehensive Full-Day Adventure: A 9+ hour tour combining multiple top Lappish experiences.
• Ranua Wildlife Park Visit: See over 50 Arctic animal species, including polar bears, in their natural habitat.
• Unique Private Lake Floating: Experience floating in an Arctic lake (ice hole in winter) wearing a warm, dry rescue suit.
• Authentic Finnish Wood-Fired Sauna: Enjoy a traditional sauna experience with potential invigorating cold plunges.
• Delicious Lappish Meals: Includes buffet lunch after Ranua Zoo and a delicious smoked salmon dinner cooked over an open fire in the evening.
• Expert Guidance: Professional English-speaking guide ensures safety, provides instructions, and shares local insights throughout the journey.
• All-Inclusive Comfort: Covers all entrance tickets, transportation, winter clothing (if needed), towels, slippers for sauna, and meals.
• Adults Only (Minimum Age): Designed for participants aged 14 years and older (min. height 150cm).

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Practical Information for Your Ultimate Lapland Adventure:

• Duration: Approximately 10+ hours (total program duration).
• Location: Rovaniemi, Lapland. Includes hotel pick-up and drop-off in Rovaniemi.
• Availability: year round
• Departure Time: Approximately 09:00 AM.
• Minimum Age: 14 years old / Minimum height 150cm. This tour is for adults only.
• Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off, transportation, professional English-speaking guide, Ranua Wildlife Park entrance tickets, guided park tour, buffet lunch (vegetarian option available), floating program, thermal rescue floating suits, 2-hour firewood sauna experience, Arctic Lake swimming (ice-swimming in winter), towels, slippers for the sauna, dinner cooked on the open fire (smoked salmon fillet, vegetarian option by request), non-alcoholic beverages, hot berry juice and cookies.

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Make the most of your time in Lapland. Book your Ultimate Lapland Combo: Ranua Zoo, Floating, Sauna & Dinner - Rovaniemi today!

• Please note, starting time might be subject to change, we will confirm the time to you by e-mail!
• All tours listed are for a minimum of 4 persons paying a full (adult) price, unless mentioned otherwise
• For dinner our main dish today is a delicious smoked salmon fillet. Let us know if you have any questions or dietary restrictions, and we'll be happy to accommodate you
• Lunch is buffet style, vegetarian option is available
• Tour include a pick up & drop off transfer from Rovaniemi centrally located hotels and Santa Claus Village.
• The tour operates in all weather conditions
• Missing the pick-up does not entitle you to a refund of the price paid for the services. You are responsible to be ready for pick up at the assigned pick up point from the start of the pick up time in order to not miss our guides when they arrive to pick you up
• Minimum height to participate in the program is 150 centimeters and the minimum age is 14 years.
• Tour duration may vary based on weather and road conditions, potentially extending beyond the estimated time. Guests with subsequent plans should account for this possibility.