Voluntários Panda de Chengdu Experimentam Amor e Carinho nas Bases de Panda de Dujiangyan/Wolong em 1º de Maio

La comunicación fue muy buena, con instrucciones claras sobre cómo llegar al centro. El agente respondió rápidamente a cualquier aclaración. Obtuve una gran perspectiva y experiencia sobre lo que sucede tras bambalinas en el cuidado de los pandas.

It was a great experience to learn more about the behaviors of pandas. The guide will walk you around the base and introduce some of the famous pandas and their stories before starting the work for the day.

Being a panda volunteer with your child is so meaningful! Preparing food for the pandas with my child at the base, watching the little one meticulously peel bamboo shoots was incredibly heartwarming. We also got to observe pandas eating and rolling around up close. In the afternoon, we went to Dujiangyan and listened to the guide tell the story of Li Bing's water control, which captivated my child. This trip allowed us to get close to adorable creatures and gain knowledge, making it much more interesting than just checking off tourist spots!

As a panda enthusiast, this Dujiangyan + Panda Base volunteer experience was a dream come true! I personally cut bamboo shoots for the little pandas and cleaned their enclosures. Their fluffy bodies rubbing against my palm melted my heart! The team leader was super professional and explained the pandas' living habits and conservation knowledge. In the afternoon, I visited the Dujiangyan Irrigation Project and was amazed by the wisdom of the ancients. It was a very rewarding day, and I'll definitely come again!

The children absolutely loved it! On the way back, they kept chattering about how adorable the little pandas were. Most importantly, it wasn't overly crowded, and the overall experience was fantastic. Even the adults fully participated, making panda steamed buns. The itinerary was well-planned; we had fun and learned a lot. Highly recommended!

The one-day panda volunteer experience in Chengdu was truly meaningful! Preparing fresh bamboo shoots for the giant pandas with my own hands, cleaning their enclosures, and observing them up close as they ate bamboo and playfully rolled around – the happiness I felt is truly indescribable. The staff provided detailed explanations about pandas' habits, conservation knowledge, and precautions, allowing me to learn a lot of professional information. The entire process was well-regulated and orderly, with proper protective measures in place, allowing us to interact with the pandas while also contributing to their living environment. Afterwards, we received an exclusive commemorative certificate, which is highly collectible. It's perfect for family trips, couples, and panda enthusiasts!

My package does not include transportation, but the review mentions that option. I think the one-day volunteer experience is really great, but do note that the stress is on "experience" and not so much on "volunteer." The explanation by the enclosure guide is detailed and informative. The guide from the tour (?) is also very helpful by assisting with photos and leading us around the panda enclosure, introducing us to the various pandas. I would recommend this activity to panda lovers, just to experience what the keepers do in a day. For those with dietary restrictions, please inform the tour in advance. I'm not sure if anything could be done as I forgot to mention my dietary restrictions.

This was the most meaningful day trip I've ever had! Being a panda volunteer not only allowed me to get up close with these national treasures, but also to contribute to panda conservation. The sense of accomplishment is incomparable to just visiting tourist spots. The instructors were professional and engaging, sharing many fascinating facts about pandas. The volunteer certificate I received at the end is also a wonderful souvenir. I'll definitely come again if I have the chance!

The "up close" experience is a sham. The “up-close” experience consisted of about five minutes standing in a cramped concrete entryway with more than 15 schoolchildren and tourists, looking at a single panda behind bars devouring greens while a caretaker blocked most of the view. This was the entirety of our close interaction. Despite paying extra for an English-speaking guide, the guide did not speak English at all. All explanations were in Chinese, with informal translation by a member of our own group. As a result, we learned virtually nothing about panda breeding or conservation. The “caretaker experience” was limited to: - briefly hitting a bamboo pole to split it, and - later mixing a paste with gloved hands. Even basic logistics were lacking: the included meal was extremely simple and no beverages were provided, not even water. We traveled across the world and had few days in Chengdu. This was meant to be the highlight of our trip. Instead, it was a huge disappointment.

Being a panda volunteer is an experience worth trying! Not only can you get up close with adorable pandas, but you can also contribute to their conservation. Here, I gained a deep understanding of panda habits and participated in tasks like cleaning enclosures and preparing food. This unique and unforgettable experience left me with wonderful memories.