Introduction

Welcome to Polar Park – home to the Nordic region's large carnivores and deer. The park was opened in 1994 in Bardu - one of northern Norway's wilderness municipalities. We emphasize large enclosures for our animals, where all animals have the opportunity to retreat. Each animal is given room to live in as natural a habitat as possible. With 1,100 acres spread over 12 enclosures, the park has the world's largest area per animal. The welfare of the animals, veterinary supervision and trained staff are a supporting element for the park. In order for you to get the most out of your visit, we have collected some practical tips that may be good to keep in mind. Dress according to the weather: Northern Norway can offer varied weather conditions, so we recommend dressing according to the season. In winter, temperatures can be very low, so make sure you have warm clothes that can withstand the cold and wind. In the summer, it may be a good idea to wear clothing that protects against both sun and mosquitoes - sunscreen and mosquito repellent can also be smart to bring. Infrastructure and facilities: All important infrastructure, such as toilets, ticket sales and souvenir shops, can be found in the main building at the entrance to the park. There are no restaurants or toilets in the zoo itself, so make sure you use the facilities before you start your trip. For your safety: For your and the animals' safety, we ask all our visitors to keep a good distance from the fences. Feeding the animals is strictly prohibited! The animals receive specially adapted feed, and outside food can be harmful to them. Please also note that smoking is only permitted in the car park. Hiking trail and directions: A trip through the Polar Park usually takes between 1 and 2 hours. Follow the road down to the river, cross the bridge, then take the paved road up to the left. Stay on the roads. Extra activities Depending on the season, we also offer special activities and events that can be booked at the ticket office. We look forward to giving you a memorable day in Polar Park! Narrator's voice, text, images and links are automatically activated when you move within the red circles on the map. The texts are written in Norwegian and translated with artificial intelligence. The narrator's voice is based on artificial intelligence.