WILDLIFE PARKS NORWAY

Kristiansand Zoo and Amusement Park, known locally as Dyreparken, is one of Norway's most visited family attractions, located in Kristiansand on the country's southern coast. The park combines a wildlife collection of over 100 animal species with a rich array of themed entertainment including the beloved Kaptein Sabeltanns Verden (Captain Sabletooth's World), the Hakkebakkeskogen forest area, and amusement rides such as the JungelBob bobsled. Badelandet, an adjacent indoor and outdoor water park, adds to the year-round appeal. Visitors can enjoy live animal presentations, circus shows, zookeeper-for-a-day children's programs, and evening performances. Seven on-site accommodation options ranging from pirate-themed hotels to safari camps make it a destination for multi-day family stays.

Park Nordica, formerly known as Namsskogan Family Park, is a wildlife park situated in Trones in North Trøndelag, Norway, conveniently positioned along the E6 highway between Trondheim and Bodø. The park is home to a collection of Nordic species including wolves, brown bears, elk, reindeer, lynx, and otters, all housed in naturalistic enclosures designed to allow animals to roam freely. Keeper-led feeding rounds run throughout the day, giving visitors an up-close look at the animals in a managed yet natural setting. The park also features Norway's longest zipline and a climbing tower for added adventure. A restaurant serving locally sourced cuisine and dedicated educational programmes for schools and kindergartens make Park Nordica a well-rounded family destination in the heart of Norway's scenic northern landscapes.

Tangen Dyrepark is a forest-based zoo set in the natural woodlands of Tangen in the Innlandet region of Norway. The park brings together an impressive range of species from around the world, including celebes macaques, gibbons, lemurs, zebras, meerkats, servals, camels, llamas, alpacas, goats, and a variety of reptiles such as snakes, iguanas, and bearded dragons. A popular highlight is the hands-on lemur visit, where guests can feed these curious primates in a guided encounter. Additional family experiences include guided tours, a zookeeper for a day programme, and birthday party bookings. The park places a strong emphasis on animal welfare and encourages visitor engagement through sponsorship and adoption programmes. Located at Kolomoen, Tangen Dyrepark provides an engaging and educational day out for wildlife enthusiasts throughout the region.

Polar Park is a renowned wildlife park located in Bardu in the Troms region of northern Norway, widely recognised as the world's northernmost animal park. Spanning 110 hectares across just 12 large enclosures, the park is dedicated to showcasing Norway's native Arctic and sub-Arctic fauna, with a particular focus on the country's four largest predators: the brown bear, Eurasian lynx, grey wolf, and wolverine. Other resident species include moose, musk ox, red deer, and reindeer. The park's generous area-per-animal ratio reflects a deep commitment to animal welfare, and the animals roam freely in habitats closely resembling their natural environment. Keeper-led tours and guided walks allow visitors to observe the animals at close range. Polar Park opened in 1994 and has since become a premier destination for wildlife experiences in Norway's dramatic northern landscape.