WILDLANDS Adventure Zoo Emmen is one of the Netherlands’ most exciting attractions
— a world-class zoo and theme park that takes you across continents in a single day.
Located in the city of Emmen, it combines wildlife conservation, adventure, and immersive
design to create a memorable experience for all ages.
Opened in 2016, the park is divided into themed zones such as Jungola (rainforest),
Serenga (savanna), and Nortica (polar region). Visitors can see elephants, lions,
penguins, and countless other species in naturalistic habitats — all while enjoying
family-friendly rides, restaurants, and play areas.
- 🦋 Wander through the tropical Jungola 🌿 to spot playful monkeys 🦋
- 🦁 Trek across the Serenga savanna 🦒 to see noble lions 🦁
- 🐧 Visit the icy Nortica shores ❄️ to watch swimming penguins 🐧
- 🐠 Take the kids to Animazia 🐡 for an indoor aquarium 🐠
- 🛶 Board a peaceful boat safari 🌊 for a relaxing cruise 🛶
- 🚂 Travel from Zwolle or Groningen 🚈 to the Emmen station 🚂
- 🛣️ Drive along the N34 highway 🏎️ to reach the main entrance 🛣️
- 🅿️ Use the designated parking lot 🚘 located at the park 🅿️
- 🚌 Ride a convenient local bus 🚐 to the central stop 🚌
- 🚶 Walk for five short minutes 👟 from the train platform 🚶
- 🎟️ Purchase your tickets online 💻 to skip the long lines 🎟️
- 🧥 Pack a waterproof rain jacket 🌧️ for the changing weather 🧥
- 🕒 Set aside five full hours ⏳ to see every exhibit 🕒
- ☀️ Start your journey early 🌅 to see active animals ☀️
- 🗺️ Pick up a physical map 🗺️ to navigate the trails 🗺️
- 🐒 10:00 AM – Arrive and start with the Jungola rainforest trail 🦜 🐒
- 🦓 11:30 AM – Visit Serenga for the incredible safari experience 🚜 🦓
- 🍔 12:30 PM – Enjoy lunch at Momma’s Restaurant inside the park 🥗 🍔
- 🦭 1:30 PM – Explore Nortica and catch a sea lion show 🌊 🦭
- 🐢 3:00 PM – Relax with a boat safari or visit Animazia 🐠 🐢
- 🍦 4:30 PM – Buy souvenirs and snacks before your final departure 🍭 🍦
