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Giant Pandas
Join us on an excursion to the Shaanxi Rare Wildlife Rescue and Breeding Centre located at the foot of the Qingling Mountain range in Louguantai Forest Park north west of Xi’an.
Originally established as Louguantai wild animal breeding and protection centre, it was the first dedicated crested ibis breeding centre in China. Later it became a shelter for ill or injured Giant Pandas in the region. With an estimate of only 1000 - 3000 Giant Pandas remaining on the planet, the species in one of the world’s most endangered mammals. Of these some 20 are based at the Shaanxi wildlife centre with those of maturity taking part in artificial insemination breeding programs. The centre has gained much success recently with 6 year old Lousheng giving birth to two baby cubs (one female and one male) on 18 August 2009.
It is not always possible to see panda at the centre, taking some 14 hours to consume an average of 15 kg of Bamboo, pandas then require a lengthy nap afterward, often taken away from the prying eyes of visitors. Never the less there are plenty of other rare animals to be seen at the centre including golden monkeys, takin, black bears, crested ibis leopards, giant salamanders, white lipped deer, musk deer, vulture and owl.
Additional Information
- A visit to the Wildlife Rescue and Breeding Centre is offered on day 6 of our China Express, Great Wall & Warriors, Gateway to Tibet, Beyond the City Walls & Yin & Yangtze tours.
- Note: A minimum of 4 persons is required to run this excursion
What's Included
- Return transportation from Xi'an to the Shaanxi Rare Wildlife Rescue and Breeding Centre and entrance fees.
Applicable Prices
| Dates | Price/Person | Single Supp. | |
| Giant Pandas | All Dates | USD $129 | - |
Giant Pandas is available on the following trips
