Meet Pandas Up Close & Search for Rare Wildlife on Remote Nature Reserves
Deep in the Minshan Mountains of Sichuan province, clear rivers course through deep gorges, and lush forests shelter some of the world's most endangered wildlife. This is the last wild habitat of the giant panda, which subsists on the bamboo protected within a network of remote nature reserves. Supported by WWF, these little-visited wilderness enclaves also harbor rare moon bears, golden snub-nosed monkeys, shaggy takin, Chinese goral, blue sheep and exquisite birds, including the golden pheasant. Enjoy multiple close-up visits with giant pandas at three different research and breeding bases, and search for endearing red pandas in Labahe Nature Reserve. Discover a side of China few travelers experience on our unique itinerary, carefully crafted to reveal Chinese nature at its most entrancing.
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Featured Destinations
Dujiangyan
Formerly named Guanxian, this county was named after its irrigation system built in 250 BC continuously providing water for the major city of Chengdu. It is now the base and center for Panda rehabilitation. This 126 acres of natural environment is covered in bamboo forest, has its own panda hospital, medical lab, 30 different panda enclosures, a panda kitchen, and educational center and staff housing.
Jiuzhaigou
Jiuzhaigou Valley or "Nine Village Valley" is a beautiful national park home to 9 Tibetan Villages protecting over 220 species of birds and numerous endangered flora and fauna. Located in the Min Shan Mountain range, Jiuzhaigou is a UNESCO World Heritage Site remote from the rest of world until discovered in 1972. Surrounding Jiuzhaigou are magical blue and green lakes, virgin waterfalls, and unique land forms.
Chengdu
The main inland access city to Tibet, Chengdu is the capital of the "Heavenly State". Most known for its natural habitat and research center for giant pandas, this sprawling city boasts a population of over 11 million.
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Valid Date Ranges
08/13/2026 -
12/31/2028
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