Visit Polar Park with Arctic Route from Tromsø

Two Wolves
Two Reindeer
A Lynx in the snow
A Moose
A Musk Ox
Arctic Route bus by the Polar Park sign
A Lynx
A polar fox
Prices from

1490 NOK

per person

Take the Arctic Route from Tromsø in the morning to visit Polar Park and learn about the Arctic animals.

General information

Discover the magic of the Arctic wilderness with an unforgettable visit to Polar Park, the world’s northernmost wildlife park, beautifully located in the heart of Bardu. This unique experience gives you the opportunity to get closer to Norway’s most iconic Arctic animals while surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery and untouched nature.

At Polar Park, you can encounter both powerful predators and gentle giants, including wolves, bears, lynx, moose, musk oxen, reindeer, and Arctic foxes.

Explore spacious enclosures designed to reflect the animals’ natural habitats and enjoy an authentic and respectful wildlife experience. Spend your time exploring the park at your own pace, join guided tours with experienced keepers, or upgrade your visit with exclusive experiences such as the famous Wolf Visit, where you can enter the enclosure and meet the wolves up close in a safe and ethical environment.

Perfect for families, photographers, nature lovers, and anyone looking for a memorable Arctic adventure, Polar Park combines wildlife, learning, and spectacular scenery in one unforgettable journey.

Highlights:

- Meet Norway’s iconic Arctic animals in natural surroundings
- Enjoy dramatic landscapes and scenic walking trails
- Optional guided tours and exclusive wildlife experiences
- Suitable for all ages and available year-round
- A must-visit attraction in Bardufoss/Målselv

Schedule:

8:45 AM (08:45) – Meeting time at Prostneset Bus Terminal (Samuel Arnesens gate 5, Tromsø). Look for the red Arctic Route bus number 915 to Narvik
9 AM (09:00) – 12 PM (12:00) – Transport from Tromsø to Polar Park
12 PM (12:00) – 3 PM (15:00) – Visit to Polar Park
3 PM (15:00) – 6:15 PM (18:15) – Return transport from Polar Park to Tromsø

Included: Return transport between Tromsø and Polar Park with Arctic Route, admission to Polar Park, toilets on board the bus, free Wi-Fi on board the bus
Please bring: Weather-appropriate clothing, comfortable walking shoes, camera, water and snacks
Level of difficulty: Easy / Family-friendly
Meeting time and location: 8:45 AM (08:45) at the bus platforms inside Prostneset Bus Terminal, Samuel Arnesens gate 5, Tromsø. Look for the red Arctic Route bus to Narvik (bus number 915)
Duration: Approx. 9 hours and 30 minutes

Prices from

1490 NOK per person

Facilities

  • Suitable for children and families
  • English
  • Bus (up to 50 persons)
  • Norwegian
  • ISO 14001
  • Easy
  • Toilet on bus
  • Eco certified
  • Eco-Lighthouse
  • 8+ hours
  • Green travel

About Best Arctic

Life-changing experiences – The Arctic Way 

We put our heart and soul into delivering life-changing experiences based on quality and authenticity to you – The Arctic Way.


Best Arctic is a newly established Destination Management Company, covering the northern areas of Norway, Sweden, and Finland. The company was founded based on Bussring and Tromsø Safari.



With more than 17 years of experience in the tourism industry, we aim to inspire and offer you the best arctic experience ever: from winter to summer, all year round, single activities (northern lights tours, dog-sledding, whale watching, sightseeing tours, among many other exciting tours), accommodation, packages, cross-border bus transportation, and unforgettable experiences.



Our philosophy is based on maintaining our strong local connection by tight cooperation and involvement with local landowners, activity operators, guides, and other suppliers. We strongly believe in contributing to a better tourism destination for our guests and the locals, not only for today but, even more importantly, for the future.



Best Arctic has currently 18 employees operating out of our hubs/offices in Tromsø and Narvik.


Visit Tromsø
Phone: +47 776 10 000
Email: [email protected]
Best Arctic
Phone: +47 953 03 888
Email: [email protected]
Web: https://bestarctic.com/
Sjøgata 7, 9008 Tromsø

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