[COPIED] 30 Eastern China Signature Wildlife Observation Eco Tour 11D

Duration11 Days
Difficulty 0.5 star(family)
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!
  • Program Outline
  1. D1: Arrive in Shanghai

    [Evening]: Stay overnight in Shanghai upon arrival.

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

    Meal : (On Own); Supper (Welcome Dinner)

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  2. D2: Shanghai - Yancheng

    [Moring]:High-speed train to Yancheng (approx. 2.5 hrs).

    [Afternoon]:After lunch in Yancheng, drive to the Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve (approx. 1.5 hrs),Search for wild Père David’s Deer in the surrounding wetlands.

    [Evening]:Night safari to observe nocturnal wildlife such as South China Hares, Amur Hedgehogs, and night-roosting birds.

    Accommodation : Yancheng Magic Deer Homeland Hotel (or similar)

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

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  3. D3: Yancheng - HangZhou

    [Moring]:Visit to China Milu Park to learn about conservation and reintroduction of Père David’s Deer.Observe Oriental Stork, Common Pheasant, Pied Avocet, etc.

    [Afternoon]:Return to Yancheng and take a high-speed train to Hangzhou (approx. 3.5 hrs).

    [Evening]:Leisure and sightseeing at West Lake.

    Accommodation : Yuyou Xishang Resort Hotel (Hangzhou Xixi Wetland Branch) (or similar)

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

  4. D4: HangZhou - Zhoushan

    [Moring]:Cave exploration in Hangzhou with experts to observe bats and cave-dwelling species.
    [Afternoon]:Drive to Jintang Island, Zhoushan (approx. 2.5 hrs), in search of Eurasian Otters inhabiting urban waterways.
     

     
     

     

     

    Accommodation : Zhoushan Yuanzhongyuan Hotel (or similar)

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

  5. D5: Zhoushan

    [Morning]:Continuation of otter search.
    [Afternoon]:After lunch, take a boat to Mount Putuo Scenic Area.
    [Evening]:Evening search for Chinese Pangolins.
     

     
     

     

     

    Accommodation : Meijin'ge Hotel (or similar)

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

  6. D6: Zhoushan

    [Moring]:Morning birdwatching or free time on Putuo Island.
    [Afternoon]:Continued search for Chinese Pangolin
    [Evening]:Continued search for Chinese Pangolin

    Accommodation : Meijin'ge Hotel (or similar)

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

  7. D7: Zhoushan - Qingliangfeng Nature Reserve

    [Moring]:Ferry and drive back to Hangzhou, then transfer to Qingliangfeng National Nature Reserve (approx. 2 hrs).
    [Afternoon]:Rest and search around for birds.
    [Evening]: Forest night diver to search for wildlife.

    Accommodation : Longtang Villa (or similar)

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

    - Reference Hotel Pictures

  8. D8: Qingliangfeng Nature Reserve

    [Morning]:Birdwatching in Qingliangfeng and surrounding areas.

    [Afternoon]:Rest

    [Evening]:Wildlife spotlighting drive

    Accommodation : Longtang Villa (or similar)

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

    - Reference Hotel Pictures

  9. D9: Qingliangfeng Nature Reserve - Nanjing

    [Morning]: Transfer to Nanjing (approx. 4 hrs)

    [Afternoon]: Rest or independent activities

     

    Accommodation : Nanjing riverside hilton (or similar)

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

    - Reference Hotel Pictures

  10. D10: Nanjing

    [Daytime]: Boat trip on the Yangtze River to observe the critically endangered Yangtze Finless Porpoise. Wetland visit and porpoise conservation activity experience.

    [Evening]: Explore Purple Mountain for nocturnal wildlife.

    Accommodation : Nanjing riverside hilton (or similar)

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

    - Reference Hotel Pictures

  11. D11: Nanjing; Departure or Extension Program

    [Daytime}: Continued search for Yangtze Finless Porpoise and birdwatching in surrounding wetlands.

    The itinerary has concluded. You may choose to explore Nanjing freely or return to Shanghai.

    Meal : Breakfast; Lunch (Feature Lunch)

Route Type Habitat & Life

Route CodeEAST LONG

Independent Group
Customized Itinerary
Family Tour

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