Korouoma Canyon & Ranua Zoo tour: Hiking and wildlife

Frozen waterfalls and arctic animals in one day from Rovaniemi

A full-day tour from Rovaniemi combines moderate hiking through Korouoma Canyon (a 30-kilometer fracture valley with 130-meter cliffs), and a 2.5-kilometer walk through Ranua Zoo's outdoor forest to see arctic wildlife. The guide leads in English or Finnish, hotel pickup and buffet lunch are included, and the day ends with free time to browse local boutiques before the drive back.

The experience

You'll start with a 1.5-hour drive from Rovaniemi to Korouoma Canyon, where moderate hiking takes you through a landscape of steep cliffs and rugged terrain. In winter, 30-meter streams freeze into ice formations that shift color throughout the day. In other seasons, the canyon's scale and the play of light across the rock face dominate the walk. Hot berry juice is offered during the hike, and the guide points out details worth photographing year-round.

After hiking, a one-hour transfer brings you to Ranua Zoo, where you walk about 2.5 kilometers through an outdoor forest setting to encounter animals and birds native to arctic regions. Smaller children can use sleds if the walking becomes tiring. The zoo is open-air, so layering matters. The guide will have advised on clothing before the day starts. Buffet lunch follows the zoo visit, and you'll have time to browse small boutiques selling Fazer chocolate and local wines before the final hour-long drive back to Rovaniemi.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Rovaniemi.
• English or Finnish-speaking guide.
• entry to Korouoma Canyon National Park.
• moderate hiking through the canyon.
• hot berry juice during the hike.
• transfer to Ranua Zoo.
• entry to Ranua Zoo.
• 2.5-kilometer walk through the outdoor forest.
• buffet lunch at the zoo.
• free time for shopping in local boutiques.
• all local taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00Last departure this season: 30 Nov

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish and Finnish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 14 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by NortsaV Tours

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you're arriving in Rovaniemi with a full day free and want to combine two very different landscapes (dramatic canyon geology and arctic wildlife) without arranging separate transport. The shared group format and fixed itinerary mean the day is structured for you, though you'll need moderate fitness for the canyon hiking and warm clothing for the outdoor zoo.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Finnish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years); Infant (under 4): free.

How far is Korouoma Canyon from Rovaniemi?

Korouoma Canyon is about 1.5 hours by car from Rovaniemi, where your guide will pick you up from your hotel in the morning.

What kind of hiking is involved in Korouoma Canyon?

The hiking is moderate difficulty through a 30-kilometer canyon with cliffs up to 130 meters high. The terrain is rugged, and in winter you'll see frozen waterfalls and ice formations along the way.

Is Ranua Zoo indoors or outdoors?

Ranua Zoo is entirely outdoors, so you'll walk through a forest setting to see the animals. Dress warmly in layers, and know that sleds are available for young children who tire during the 2.5-kilometer walk.

What's included in the tour price?

Hotel pickup and drop-off, the guide in English or Finnish, entry to both Korouoma Canyon and Ranua Zoo, buffet lunch at the zoo, and hot berry juice during the canyon hike are all included. Local taxes are covered as well.

Can I request a vegetarian lunch?

Yes, vegetarian options are available for the buffet lunch. Let the operator know at the time of booking if you need one, or if you have any food allergies.