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Wildlands Adventure Zoo Emmen
Address
Raadhuisplein 99, 7811 AP Emmen, Netherlands
Country
netherlands
Website
https://www.wildlands.nlOpening Hours
Daily 10:00-17:00 (18:00 in July-August). Check website for seasonal variations and special events
Popularity
Very High (over 1 million visitors annually - major adventure zoo destination)
Revolutionary Adventure Zoo Experience
Theme Park Meets Wildlife Conservation Wildlands Adventure Zoo Emmen represents a groundbreaking fusion of theme park excitement and authentic wildlife experiences. Opened in 2016 as the successor to the historic Noorder Dierenpark (founded 1935), Wildlands revolutionizes the zoo concept by creating three immersive 'worlds' where visitors embark on expeditions through different ecosystems while encountering over 250 animal species.
Three Immersive World Expeditions
- Jungola (Jungle World) - Tropical rainforest with elephants, primates, and butterflies
- Serenga (Savanna World) - African plains with lions, giraffes, and rhinos
- Nortica (Polar World) - Arctic environment with polar bears, penguins, and sea lions
- Animazia - Indoor adventure playground for children
Adventure Zoo Innovation Wildlands pioneered the 'adventure zoo' concept, combining authentic animal habitats with thrilling attractions, interactive experiences, and immersive theming. Each world features signature attractions alongside animal encounters, creating unprecedented entertainment value while maintaining focus on conservation and education.
Spectacular Themed Environments
Jungola - Tropical Paradise
- World's largest indoor jungle environment in Europe
- Butterfly Temple with hundreds of tropical species
- Rimbula River boat safari among elephants and primates
- Multi-level jungle trails and tree-top adventures
- Authentic crashed airplane and jungle village theming
Serenga - African Expedition
- Safari truck tours through authentic savanna landscape
- Tweestryd dueling roller coaster through ancient mines
- Dogon Village cultural experience
- Momma Dunia's National Park with conservation messaging
- Leeuwenberg (Lion Hill) with spectacular pride viewing
Nortica - Polar Exploration
- Arctic 1 spectacular 4D test flight simulator
- Underwater polar bear and penguin viewing
- Climate-controlled polar environments
Attractions in Wildlands Adventure Zoo Emmen
Jungola - Jungle World
Journey Into the Heart of the Jungle
Europe's Largest Indoor Jungle Jungola transports visitors into an authentic tropical rainforest environment where Asian elephants bathe alongside visitor pathways and hundreds of butterfly species flutter overhead.
Signature Experiences:
- Rimbula River Safari - Boat journey through jungle waterways with elephants
- Butterfly Temple - Europe's largest tropical butterfly greenhouse
- Jungle Trail Adventures - Multi-level tree-top walkways and rope bridges
- Crashed Airplane - Explorable aircraft wreckage in jungle setting
- Primate Encounters - Gibbons, spider monkeys, and other jungle primates
Animal Encounters:
- Asian elephants - Swimming and playing directly beside boats
- Tropical butterflies - Hundreds of species in massive greenhouse
- Primates - Various monkey species in naturalistic habitats
- - Free-flying tropical species throughout environment