When many people think of eastern China they imagine big cities and a high population density. Yet nature is thriving in many areas and there are excellent opportunities to view wildlife including some rare species.

In Yancheng wetlands, you can find Père David's deer, Chinese water deer, red-crowned cranes and Reed parrotbills.

Qinliangfeng in Hangzhou is home to the adorable and newly described Eastern Forest Hedgehog, as well as Hog Badgers, Chinese Hare and some interesting small mammals among many other species.

In Nanjing, Yangtze finless porpoises play in the river. Raccoon dogs, Asian badgers and Oriental storks can also be seen here.

Our professional guides will take you to watch these animals at the right time and place. We protect the environment. Come and join us to see these amazing creatures!

▪  Seek the Yangtze finless porpoise, one of the world's most endangered cetaceans, with a 90% sighting rate.
▪  Visit the best locations in eastern China for observing large wild animals.
▪  Gain in-depth insights into the conservation stories of endangered wildlife in eastern China.
▪  Be accompanied by a knowledgeable English-speaking guide skilled at wildlife spotting throughout the trip.
▪  The fee includes all local transportation, high-standard accommodation, and meal expenses during the itinerary.

DETAILS ITINERARY

Day 1

[Evening]: Stay overnight in Shanghai upon arrival.

Accommodation : Rezen Murray Hotel (Shanghai Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street) (or similar)

Meal : Breakfast; Supper (Feature Lunch)

Day 2

[Moring]:Take a private bus from Shanghai to Yancheng (approx. 3.5 hrs).

[Afternoon]:After lunch in Yancheng, drive to the Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve (approx. 1.5 hrs) for world's only wild Pere David's Deer.

[Evening]:Guided night safari to spot nocturnal mammals such as Tolai Hare and Amur Hedgehog, as well as night-roosting birds.

Target Mammals: Père David's deer, Chinese Water Deer, Tolai Hare, Asian Badger, Amur Hedgehog, Pallas’s Squirrel

Target Birds: Pied Avocet, Common Tern, Vega Gull, Pallas's Reed Bunting

Transport : 5-seater sedan (4-5 hours)

Accommodation : Yancheng Magic Deer Homeland Hotel (or similar)

Meal : Breakfast; Lunch (Feature Lunch); Supper (Feature Dinner)

Day 3

[Moring]:Visit to the China Milu Park, the breeding centre for Pere David's Deer to observe the species up close and learn about its conservation and reintroduction history. At the same time, we continued to look for the Chinese water deer and will see many birds too.

[Afternoon]:Take the private bus to Nanjing and rest after checking into the hotel (approx. 3.5 hrs).

[Evening]:After dinner, ascend Purple Mountain in Nanjing for an evening wildlife search.

Target Mammals: Père David's deer, Chinese Water Deer, Tolai Hare, Asian Badger, Common Raccoon Dog, Small-toothed Ferret-badger, Siberian Weasel, Wild Boar

Target Birds: Red-Crowned Crane, Oriental Stork, Long-Eared Owl, Reed Parrotbill

Transport : 5-seater sedan (3-3.5 hours)

Accommodation : Nanjing riverside hilton (or similar)

Meal : Breakfast; Lunch (Feature Lunch); Supper (Feature Dinner)

Day 4

[Moring]:Yangtze River cruise to observe the critically endangered Yangtze finless porpoise and explore the Yangtze wetland ecosystem. [Afternoon]:After lunch, continue to search for finless porpoises depending on our luck in the morning.Join an interactive conservation experience for porpoise protection. Overnight in Nanjing.

Target Mammals: Yangtze Finless Porpoise

Target Birds: Black Kite

Transport : Coaster minibus (seven seats) (0.5 hour)

Accommodation : Nanjing riverside hilton (or similar)

Meal : Breakfast; Lunch (Feature Lunch); Supper (Feature Dinner)

Day 5

[Moring]:Take a morning high-speed train from Nanjing to Hangzhou (approx. 2.5 hrs). [Afternoon]:After lunch in Hangzhou, drive to Qingliangfeng Nature Reserve (approx. 2 hrs). [Evening]:After dinner, join a night drive in the forest to search for nocturnal wildlife. Overnight at a local guesthouse near Qingliangfeng.

Target Mammals: Chinese Hare, Eastern China Forest Hedgehog, Northern Hog Badger, Hainan White Bellied Rat, Shantung White-toothed Shrew, Reeves's Muntjac

Transport : 5-seater sedan (1.5-2 hours), high-speed train (1.5-2 hours)

Accommodation : Longtang Villa (or similar)

Meal : Breakfast; Lunch (Feature Lunch); Supper (Feature Dinner)

Day 6

[Moring]:Morning wildlife watching in Qingliangfeng and surrounding forests. [Afternoon]:Rest [Evening]:After dinner, another night for wildlife watching

Target Mammals: Chinese Hare, Eastern China Forest Hedgehog, Northern Hog Badger, Hainan White Bellied Rat, Shantung White-toothed Shrew, Reeves's Muntjac, Sika deer

Target Birds: Koklass Pheasant, Chinese Bamboo Partridge, Silver Pheasant, Short-Tailed Parrotbill, Crested Serpent Eagle, Black Eagle

Accommodation : Longtang Villa (or similar)

Meal : Breakfast; Lunch (Feature Lunch); Supper (Feature Dinner)

Day 7

[Moring]:Take a private bus from Qingliangfeng to Hangzhou(approx. 2 hrs) Participate in cave exploration in Hangzhou to observe bats and other cave-dwelling species. [Afternoon]:Take the high-speed train from Hangzhou back to Shanghai (approx. 1 hrs) and end the trip.

Target Mammals: Japanese Pipistrelle, Rickett's Big-footed Myotis

Transport : high-speed train (0.5 hour), 5-seater sedan (2-2.5 hours)

Accommodation : Own arrangement

Meal : Breakfast; Lunch (Feature Lunch)

Dates

2025.12.22 - 2025.12.28

2026.01.12 - 2026.01.18

2026.03.09 - 2026.03.15

2026.06.08 - 2026.06.14

2026.08.03 - 2026.08.09

We can customize and organize time of tour according to your needs. But the best months are April to October. Some species, such as the Asian Badger, are difficult to observe between November and March.The Yangtze finless porpoise can be seen all year round, and in relatively cooler months, it is more active.

Costs (2025 Season)

Group Tour (7 days 6 nights)

12,800 RMB per person

This is a suggested itinerary and is customizable as are the accommodation levels.

Inclusions

1. All the accommodation mentioned in the program, including 6night(s) hotel;

2. All the meals mentioned in the program, including 7breakfast(s), 6lunch(s), 6 dinner(s);

3. Local service team mentioned in the program;

4. Natural Highlights mentioned in the program;

5. Cultural Highlights mentioned in the program;

Meals and foods

During this 7 day journey, we will take you on a culinary adventure through Eastern China, where you’ll savor authentic local flavors. From delicate dim sum to savory braised dishes, each meal showcases the region’s rich gastronomic heritage. Join us to experience the true taste of China’s eastern provinces!

Accommodation

Given the unique nature of outdoor itineraries, our definition of "hotel/accommodation" may include:

1. Standard hotels (with private bathrooms);

2. Serviced apartments (we book entire apartments, with shared bathrooms among our group

members, e.g., a four-bedroom, two-living-room, two-bathroom unit);

3. Mountain huts (dormitory-style rooms, generally with shared bathrooms);

4. Specialty camps: 2-4 person rooms, usually with shared bathrooms, though some may have

private facilities.

Unless otherwise specified, all our accommodations are either standard hotels or serviced apartments (double or twin beds require advance reservation; twin beds are the default option).

Cancellations and Refunds
10 - 8 days before arrival，30% cancellation fee
7 - 4 days before arrival, 50% cancellation fee
3 and 1 days before arrival, 80% cancellation fee
the day arrival, 100% cancellation fee

Accommodation

Wild Animals Photographs

CONTACT US
If you have any queries related to the tour, please contact us.
Email: contact@greatwhildchina.com
Website: www.greatwhildchina.com

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