Private Tour

Chengdu Panda Research Base Tickets And Optional Private Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

Chinese (China)

4 hours

Mobile ticket

One of Chengdu’s most popular attractions, this panda park 18km north of the city centre is the easiest way to glimpse Sichuan’s most famous residents. Don't, however, make the mistake of thinking you'll be seeing wild pandas. They are kept in large enclosures and have a dedicated team of scientists and keepers tending to their every need. As well as living, breathing pandas, there are some fascinating panda information centres and museums explaining panda conservation and husbandry.

Home to nearly 120 giant and 76 red pandas, the base focuses on getting these notoriously love-shy creatures to breed and has been remarkably successful at it. March to May is the ‘falling in love period’ (wink wink). If you visit during summer or autumn, you may see tiny newborns in the nursery incubators.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Chengdu Panda Base is a public non-profit breeding and research institute for giant pandas, red pandas, and other rare animals, located in Chengdu, Sichuan, China.It started with 6 giant pandas that were rescued from the wild. By 2008, it had 124 panda births, and the captive panda population has grown to 83.

What‘s Included

Entry Ticket (this is applicable for both booking the "ticket only" and "private guided tour")

Private transportation（This item is only applicable for booking a private guided tour)

Private Guide（This item is only applicable for booking a private guided tour)

the drinks are not included

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

Afternoon Private Guided Tour

Admission included
Duration: 4 hours: From 13:00 to 17:00
Private Driver & Guide
Pickup included

Afternoon Tickets(Ticket Only)

Entry Time 12:00PM-17:00PM
Tickets Only/No Transfer、Guide
How To Use: Show Your Passport To Enter The Site.

Morning Tickets(Ticket Only)

Entry Time 7:30AM-11:59AM
Tickets Only/No Transfer,Guide
How To Use: Show Your Passport To Enter The Site.

Morning Private Guided Tour

Admission included
Duration: 4 hours: From 8:00 to 12:00
Private Driver&Guide
Pickup included

Reviews

4.60

45 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Recommended
Sabine J,,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The Giant Pandas and the Red Pandas have an insane attraction. Even if the Giant Pandas are in many smaller enclosures and the Red Pandas in large enclosures, you have a wonderful opportunity to admire these endangered animals. We took a hell of a lot of pictures. Definitely worth it, even if you are not alone - as with all tourist attractions in China. It is advisable to come very early when the station opens. A few hours is enough so you can spend the afternoon in Chengdu
Panda joy
Jane H,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We loved the tour and were surprised to see so many pandas - Claire was an excellent guide who shared good stories
Disappointed and found challenging.
Symone P,,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
No communication from the attendants. Unable to understand the tour as it was not offered in English. Chinese only. Wasn’t made aware of extra charges for bus inside the place.
Great tour
Jennifer M,,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very knowledgeable tour guide. She was very good at spotting pandas and finding best spots for photos. Highly recommend from as a solo traveler.
Chengdu Panda centre
Venture28321954812,,Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent value for a half day tour. The centre was packed with both Red and Giant Pandas. My guide Wu was excellent and was also very interesting to have conversations with.
Great day with the Pandas.
Kim M,,Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Libby was a great guide. Very professional, knowledgable and friendly. We saw many Pandas up close and she moved us through the crowds very well. The car service to and from the facility was excellent. Can recommend.
Everything as described
Francesco P,,Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We booked for entry without a guide in the morning. Everything perfect, as soon as we arrived we showed our passport and entered without any problem.
Very cute and informative!
Seaside12820106938,,Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We spent a fantastic and very informative morning with our guide, Johnny, at the Panda Research Base. It was great that we arrived early in the morning, as the crowds were manageable and the pandas were very active. Johnny was also great at guiding us through various paths that avoided big crowds and allowed us to see loads of both giant and red pandas.
The Best Way to Explore The Chengdu Panda Base
Maria P,,Sep 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had an excellent experience with our guide in Chengdu. She was very kind, friendly, and always ready with great recommendations. She went above and beyond to make sure we could see all the pandas. Her effort and dedication made the whole tour enjoyable and unforgettable.
Pandamania
Gianluca C,,Aug 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide Joy was fantastic. We had an unforgettable day. He spoke very good English and explained so many interesting things about pandas. Thanks for everything.