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‘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

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

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.

Options

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 Private Guided Tour

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

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.

Afternoon Private Guided Tour

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

Reviews

4.63

41 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great day with the Pandas.
Kim M,
Sep 26, 2025
- 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
- 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.
The Best Way to Explore The Chengdu Panda Base
Maria P,
Sep 4, 2025
- 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
- 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.
Fantastic experience
Amaya M,
Aug 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Very well planned visit by schedule and route to visit the base That's allowed us to see a lot of pandas