Nanjing: Hongshan Forest Zoo and Giant Panda Sanctuary
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Country: Germany
Duration:
1 days
Description
Visit the award-winning Hongshan Forest Zoo in Nanjing. Discover giant pandas, the viral monkey Dudu, and animals living freely in the forest with our digital route.
[The Unique Experience: Why is Hongshan a zoo unlike any other in the world?]
If you're looking for typical urban zoos with caged animals, Hongshan will shatter all your expectations. Considered the most progressive, innovative, and ethical zoo in Asia, this facility has completely done away with circus acts and concrete enclosures. Here, the animals live in vast natural forests designed with their well-being in mind. For international travelers who love nature and photography, it's a must-visit stop in China. With our admission ticket and digital guide, you can explore this sanctuary at your own pace and in total freedom.
[The Giant Panda Pavilion and the Park's Viral Animals]
The tour immerses you in habitats that perfectly replicate the high peaks of Sichuan and tropical rainforests:
The Giant Panda Sanctuary: An impressive wooded hillside area where the beloved pandas Haohe, Jiujiu, and Pingping live. It features multiple two-level viewing platforms and outdoor patios surrounded by greenery.
The Global Phenomenon of the "Dudu" Monkey: Visit the South America area to meet the famous white-faced saki monkey, whose unique expressiveness and "human in disguise" appearance have catapulted him to global fame on social media.
The Planet of the Big Cats and the Australian Corner: Admire Amur tigers in environments that mimic riparian forests and get up close to the popular koala pavilion.
[Our Exclusive Digital Guide: The Secret to a Perfect Visit]
Animals in a natural environment have specific activity cycles. To make your visit truly memorable, our exclusive digital guidebook (PDF) reveals:
The Morning Golden Hour: The exact time when the pandas arrive in the outdoor enclosures and when they are most active eating bamboo (usually between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM).
The Map of Optimal Routes (From the North Gate): How to get from the panda pavilion to the primate and big cat area, avoiding steep slopes and midday crowds.
[Practical Information]
Park Hours: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
How to Get There: Take Metro Line 1 to Hongshan Zoo Station (红山动物园站), Exit 1. Walk 300 meters to enter through the North Gate (the recommended entrance, closest to the panda area).
Highlights
- Visit the ultra-modern forest sanctuary of Nanjing's famous pandas.
- Meet the viral monkey Dudu and the adorable koalas in their forest environment.
- Discover a pioneering cage-free zoo immersed in nature and 100% free from circuses.
- Digital itinerary with the key times of animal activity.
- Fast-track admission with QR code and ongoing online support for self-guided tours.
INCLUDED
- Official general admission to the Nanjing Hongshan Forest Zoo (including full access to the giant panda pavilion).
- Exclusive digital self-guided guide (PDF) with key animal activity times and optimal routes.
- Online remote chat support to guide you on access logistics and answer general questions from a distance.
NOT INCLUDED
- Private round-trip transportation from your hotel.
- Rental of mobility scooters or strollers.
- Meals, drinks, souvenirs, or other personal expenses.
- No type of live guide, in-person accompaniment, or guided tour inside.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
