CHINA: into the world of the panda

Come join us on a rare expedition into the elusive world of the panda bear

Come and see the wild and amazing world of China's diverse wildlife

China's Wild Giant Pandas

A Wildlife Photography Adventure Into the Mountains of Sichuan

Come track One of the World's Most Elusive Animals in Its Natural Habitat

Embark on an unforgettable wildlife adventure into the breathtaking mountains of Sichuan, China, in search of one of the world's most iconic and elusive animals the Giant Panda

While millions of people visit panda conservation centers every year, very few ever have the opportunity to step into the mountains and forests where wild pandas still roam.

Join us and our experienced local wildlife guides as we explore the Bamboo forests of China's panda country. Over multiple days in the field, we'll hike through incredible mountain landscapes while searching for signs of Giant Pandas and other remarkable wildlife that shares their habitat.

This is a true wildlife expedition. Wild panda sightings can never be guaranteed, but every day offers the opportunity to learn how to read the landscape, identify wildlife signs, and experience one of the most biodiverse ecosystems in Asia.

Along the way, we'll search for Golden Snub-Nosed Monkeys, Sichuan Takin, Asiatic Black Bears, Chinese Goral, Tufted Deer, Tibetan Macaques, Yellow-Throated Martens, pheasants, and many other incredible species.

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Itinerary

2027 Dates:

Day 1 : Arrival in Chengdu

Arrive in Chengdu, where you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Take the opportunity to settle in and prepare for the expedition ahead. In the evening, gather for a welcome dinner and expedition briefing covering the wildlife of Sichuan, panda ecology, tracking techniques, photography, and what to expect during our time in the mountains.

  • Activity: Arrival & expedition briefing

  • Meals: Dinner

  • Accommodation: Hotel in Chengdu

Day 2 : Chengdu → Bifengxia Panda Base → Panda Habitat

After breakfast, we depart Chengdu and travel toward the mountains of Sichuan. Our first stop will be the Bifengxia Panda Base, where we will learn more about Giant Panda conservation and have the opportunity to observe these remarkable animals up close before entering their wild habitat.

In the afternoon we continue into the mountains toward our panda habitat. As we leave the city behind, the landscape changes dramatically, with increasingly remote forests and mountain valleys becoming our surroundings.

  • Activity: Bifengxia Panda Base & transfer to panda habitat

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Accommodation: Local accommodation

Day 3-7: Panda Habitat

These days mark our time deep inside Giant Panda habitat. We'll spend our days exploring the surrounding forests and tracking the landscape for evidence of panda activity.

Rather than simply covering as much ground as possible, our approach will be deliberate and observant. We'll search for feeding signs, tracks, scat, disturbed vegetation, and other clues that can reveal where pandas have recently moved through the forest. Each day will involve hiking anywhere from 1-5 miles to get to where the Pandas may be.

  • Activity: Full-day wildlife tracking

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Accommodation: Local accommodation

Day 8 : Panda Habitat → Labahe Nature Reserve

Today we leave Giant Panda habitat and begin our journey toward Labahe Nature Reserve.

After arriving in the reserve, we'll spend the afternoon beginning our search for signs of Wild Red Pandas. With their elusive nature and remarkable camouflage, Red Pandas require a very different approach to wildlife tracking.

  • Activity: Transfer & afternoon Red Panda tracking

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Accommodation: Local accommodation

Day 9-10 : Full Day in Labahe – Red Panda Tracking

These days are dedicated entirely to exploring Labahe Nature Reserve in search of Wild Red Pandas.

We'll spend the day moving through the forest looking for red pandas, macaques and possible giant pandas. we will also do Night treks looking for the Chinese giant flying squirrel and many other nocturnal wildlife

Patience will be key. Red Pandas are incredibly elusive, and the challenge of finding one is part of what makes an encounter so rewarding.

  • Activity: Full-day Red Panda tracking

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Accommodation: Local accommodation

Day 11 : Labahe – Final Red Panda Tracking → Chengdu

Enjoy one final morning in Labahe Nature Reserve searching for Red Pandas before beginning our return journey to Chengdu.

After several days immersed in the forests of Sichuan, we'll leave the mountains behind and return to the city in the afternoon.

  • Activity: Morning Red Panda tracking & transfer to Chengdu

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Accommodation: Hotel in Chengdu

Day 12 : Departure from Chengdu

  • Activity: Airport transfer

  • Meals: Breakfast

Cost and details

Individual Rate:  USD $5000 Single accommodation: $350
Deposit: Required for booking: 30%

Price Includes:

All meals during your stay in China
All lodging and transport

Chinese Domestic Travel Insurance

All permits and fees for the parks

Price does NOT include:

Flights to Destination

Personal expenses (including but not limited to telephone charges, laundry fees, etc.)

Alcoholic drinks 
Gratuities

Frequently asked questions

  • This is a physically demanding tour that requires a lot of hiking in higher elevation regions

  • for photographers

    -Cameras

    400mm+ lens ,Wide-angle lens mono-pod or tripod

    Spare battery

    Lots of memory cards

    All Guests

    Bring layered clothes and good hiking shoes. the temperatures can range from 30f to 70f during a single day

  • Yes! The region of China we will be in has over 40% of chinas wildlife diversity in it alone! from golden snug nose moneys, to takirs, red pandas, and more!

  • Meals and snacks will be provided every day as with water needs. all meals are local Chinese cuisine made for our group. so some alterations can be made for dietary restrictions

  • While we cannot guarantee Panda sightings due to their elusive nature, we aim to give the best possible chances to see them. with out tours offering 60-70% chances on each expedition to encounter a wild Giant Panda

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