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Giant Panda in Sichuan China - Chengdu Research Base

2026 Giant Panda Tour & Volunteering Experience

Everyone has a panda dream. In Sichuan/Chengdu you have the chance to realize that dream. As the hometown of giant pandas, Chengdu has 5+ pandas bases or sanctuaries allowing visitors to see pandas. Following are our best-selling tour packages to take you to have a wonderful trip with Panda.

7 Panda Bases
20+ Panda Trips/Month
10+ Years Experience
98% Satisfaction Rate

Why Choose Our Panda Tours?

We provide unique, one of its kind and unforgettable panda experiences

Multiple Panda Bases

Visits/Programs at 5 different panda bases including Chengdu, Dujiangyan, Wolong, Ya'an Bifengxia. Each offers a unique experience with pandas.

Volunteering Programs

Get hands-on experience as a panda volunteer! Help clean enclosures, prepare bamboos, and watch pandas at Dujiangyan, Wolong or Ya'an bases.

Small Group Tours

Private tours that are small and flexible to ensure personalized attention. Flexible itineraries tailored to your interests and pace.

Expert Local Guides

Knowledgeable English-speaking guides who are passionate about panda conservation and Sichuan culture. We share fascinating stories and insights.

Top Panda Tour Packages

Choose from our carefully crafted itineraries designed for different styles

Chengdu City Tour including Panda Visit - 1 Day Private Tour

Chengdu City Tour including Panda Visit - 1 Day

A short day tour covering the visit to Giant Panda Base, and other highlights in Chengdu city, such as Wenshu Temple, Renmin Park, etc.

Dujiangyan Giant Panda Base Volunteering Work - 1 Day Private Tour

Dujiangyan Giant Panda Base Volunteering Work - 1 Day

Wolong Panda Base Visit + Sanctuary Hiking - 1 Day Private Tour

Wolong Panda Base Visit + Sanctuary Hiking - 1 Day

Visit pandas at their natural hometown in Wolong. The panda base in Wolong is the biggest and newest one among all the panda bases in Sichuan. Wolong Panda Base is also the only panda base that is located in an actual panda sanctuary.

Panda Volunteering Plus Leshan Giant Buddha Visiting - 2 Days Private Tour

Panda Volunteering Plus Leshan Giant Buddha Visiting - 2 Days

Chengdu Highlights + Panda Volunteer - 5 Days Private Tour

Chengdu Highlights + Panda Volunteer - 5 Days

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Frequently Asked Questions About Panda Tours

Everything you need to know before booking your panda adventure

All year round, but please be noted of the busy/possible crowded seasons:

Summer (June-August): School Summer Vacation in China, super busy time;
Chengdu Panda Breeding Center (All Year Round): Busy, Big crowds
Hot temperature is less good: Pandas are less active in hot weather(late May to early Oct);

Tip: Morning visits (8:00-11:00 AM) will see pandas in more active mode.

No, panda hugging is no longer allowed since 2020. For panda health and safety reasons, direct physical contact with pandas has been banned since 2020 at all bases in Sichuan.

There are total 6 major panda bases in/around Chengdu:

Chengdu Research Base of Panda Breeding:Closest to Chengdu Downtown(30 min), largest captive population, best facilities. Ideal for first-time visitors with limited time.Read More...

Dujiangyan Panda Base: Best for volunteering, less crowded, beautiful mountain setting, opportunity to make contribution to the giant pandas.Read More...

Wolong Base: Only base located in an actual panda sanctuary/natural reserve, most natural environment, chance to see/hike the actual panda reserve, stunning scenery.Read More...

Ya'an Bifengxia: The oldest panda base of all with the most leafy conditions, close to nature fewer tourists.Read More...

Our recommendation: If you have time, visit Wolong or Chengdu base. If you don't like crowds at all, visit Wolong or Yaan Bifengxia Panda Base. If you want to combine with visits to Dujiangyan Irrigation park or if you want to do panda volunteer work then visit Dujiangyan Panda Park. If you want to combine a panda visit with some light hiking, Wolong or Bifengxia are the best choices. Read More on Which Panda Base to Choose...

Panda volunteering usually involves (variable due to the changing regulations from panda base):

Cleaning enclosures (removing old bamboo, waste)
Preparing food (carrying fresh bamboo, cutting to appropriate sizes)
Making "panda cakes" (special nutritional biscuits)
Observing (behavior monitoring)
Maintaining facilities (minor repairs, painting)

Family-friendly? Yes! Children aged 8+ can participate in volunteer activities under supervision. It's educational and creates lasting memories. However, some physical labor is involved (carrying bamboo).

Important: Volunteers must follow strict hygiene protocols and cannot touch/feed pandas directly. Read More...

Booking Process:
1. Browse our tour packages below or contact us for custom itineraries
2. Submit inquiry form with preferred dates, group size, special requests
3. Receive detailed proposal with exact pricing within 24 hours
4. Confirm booking with deposit (typically 20-50%)
5. Receive final arrangement and tour information

What's Usually Included:
✅ English-speaking panda guide
✅ Private vehicle with driver
✅ Admissions to panda bases
✅ Volunteer registration fees (for volunteering tours)
Not Included:flights, hotels, personal expenses, meals, gratitudes.

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