Giant panda at Wolong, juvenile

Destination

Wolong Panda Base

A renowned panda conservation center in the Qionglai Mountains, offering close-up views of giant pandas and insights into their care, breeding, and conservation.

Western Sichuan

Nestled in the spectacular mountains of Sichuan, Wolong Panda Base is one of the most renowned panda conservation centers in the world. Located within the Wolong National Nature Reserve, it combines scientific research, panda breeding, and conservation education, playing a vital role in the protection of giant pandas.

Unlike urban panda facilities, Wolong offers a more immersive nature experience, surrounded by the forests and landscapes that form part of the giant panda’s native habitat. Visitors can observe giant pandas in spacious enclosures, learn about their behavior and conservation stories, and discover the importance of protecting the fragile ecosystems they depend on.

For nature lovers, Wolong is not only a place to see giant pandas but also a gateway to exploring Sichuan’s incredible biodiversity and the wildlife of the mountains.

Habitat

Mountain forests, bamboo groves, valleys, and streams in the Qionglai Mountains

Wildlife

Giant panda and some forest birds

Terrain

Forest roads, valley trails, steep slopes, and mixed-elevation reserve habitat

Best Time

All year round

In the Landscape

Immersive mountain scenery with lush forests, bamboo groves, streams, and quiet valleys

A chance to experience the natural environment at the heart of giant panda country

Opportunities to enjoy forest landscapes and observe the plants and wildlife that share this habitat

A peaceful mountain setting that combines panda conservation with a deeper appreciation of Sichuan’s natural environment

Plan a journey through Wolong Panda Base

Work with our field-based team to shape timing, wildlife priorities, and pace into a journey built around this landscape.