[2025 Ya'an Attraction] Travel Guide for Bifengxia Wildlife Park (Updated May)

🌿[Ya'an · In-depth Travel Guide] A Healing Journey to the Secret Land of Western Sichuan, Home of the Pandas🌿 ——Unlock the poetry and wildness of the "Rain City" in 3 days and 2 nights 🌍 1. Introduction: Ya'an, the Rain City, a paradise where nature and culture intertwine 📍 Location: Western edge of the Sichuan Basin, on the banks of the Qingyi River, a 1.5-hour drive west of Chengdu. ✨ Special Tags: China's "Rain City", Home of the Giant Panda, Starting Point of the Ancient Tea Horse Road, First Stop on the Sichuan-Tibet Highway. 👨👩👧👦 Suitable for: Families with children (panda viewing), nature lovers (hiking/stargazing), cultural travelers (tea culture/ancient towns). 🔮 Travel Highlights: Spend the morning with giant pandas at Bifengxia; Stroll through Shangli Ancient Town and listen to the echoes of camel bells from the Tea Horse Road; Pick tea and enjoy the view of the rolling sea of clouds from the top of Mengding Mountain. 🗓️ 2. Itinerary: 3 days and 2 nights of immersive experience 🌞 Day 1: First Encounter with Ya'an Morning: 🚗 Self-drive/high-speed train from Chengdu to Ya'an (recommended high-speed train C-series, 1-hour direct). Afternoon: 🏨 Check in to a homestay by the Qingyi River, stroll along the Panda Greenway, and check in at the "Nuwa Mends the Sky" sculpture. Evening: 🌙 Night tour of the covered bridge, try a bowl of authentic Tata Noodles (recommended Zhong Yao Mei Tata Noodles). 🌿 Day 2: A Healing Day with Pandas and Canyons Morning: 🐼 Bifengxia Panda Base (100 yuan entrance fee), observe pandas eating and playing up close. Afternoon: ⛰️ Hike through Bifengxia Scenic Area (5 km canyon boardwalk, super healing waterfalls). Evening: 🍲 Must-try Clay Pot Ya'an Fish in the city (recommended Jiu Da Wan Restaurant). 🍵 Day 3: Farewell to Tea Fragrance and Ancient Charm Morning: 🚙 Drive to Mengding Mountain (52 yuan entrance fee), pick spring tea, and taste Mengding Ganlu. Afternoon: 🏯 Visit Shangli Ancient Town (free), a picturesque complex of Ming and Qing Dynasty buildings. Evening: 🚄 Return trip, you can bring back souvenirs such as Monshan tea or Hanyuan peppercorns. 🌟 Itinerary Highlights: Panda Keeper Experience (reservations required), Mengding Mountain tea picking and tea making, night view of the starry sky at Bifengxia. 🚗 3. Transportation Guide ✈️ Arrival: Airplane: Fly to Chengdu Shuangliu Airport, transfer to high-speed rail/self-drive to Ya'an. High-speed Rail: Chengdu West Station → Ya'an Station, 20+ trains daily. Self-drive: Chengya Expressway direct access, road conditions are good. 🚕 Local Transportation: Taxi starting price within the city is 5 yuan; It is recommended to charter a car (about 200 yuan/day) or self-drive to Bifengxia/Mengding Mountain; Public bus routes are limited, it is recommended to use Didi or local car rentals. ⚠️ Tip: Landslides are common in mountainous areas during the rainy season (July-August), so drive with caution. 🏨 4. Accommodation Recommendations 📍 Preferred City Center: High-end: Ya'an Better Star Moon Hotel (river view rooms 500+, overlooking the Qingyi River). Cost-effective: Blossom Hill · Tea Horse Inn (Han culture theme, 300 yuan/night). 🌳 Near Scenic Spots: Bifengxia Fairytale Tree House (first choice for families, 800 yuan/night, including scenic spot tickets). Mengding Mountain Flower Field Wooden House (wake up to a sea of clouds, 600 yuan/night). 📌 Booking advice: Book 1 month in advance during peak season (May Day/National Day)! 🍜 5. Food Recommendations 🔥 Must-try Top 3: 1. Clay Pot Ya'an Fish: Wild Qingyi River fish, fresh soup and tender meat (Jiu Da Wan Restaurant, 80 yuan per person). 2. Tata Noodles: Hand-pulled, spicy beef flavor is the most classic (Zhong Yao Mei Tata Noodles, 10 yuan/bowl). 3. Hanyuan Potted Meat: Marinated in the ancient way, fatty but not greasy (can be tasted at Shangli Ancient Town farmhouse restaurants). 🌃 Night Market Recommendation: Xiehe Square Night Market (baked potatoes, ice jelly, pepper and salt cakes). 🏞️ 6. In-depth Analysis of Attractions ✅ Must-see Attractions: Bifengxia (100 yuan entrance fee): Panda Base + canyon scenery, 5 hours of playtime. Shangli Ancient Town (free): A sketching paradise, the carved windows of the Han Family Courtyard are a must-see. Mengding Mountain (52 yuan entrance fee): Thousand-year-old tea tree king, the ginkgo grove at Tiangai Temple is stunning in autumn. 🎯 Niche Secret Spots: Longcanggou National Forest Park: Hiking in the primeval forest, the autumn colors are amazing. Jiaoding Mountain: 360° viewing platform, camping to watch the sunrise and sea of clouds (requires an off-road vehicle). 🎭 Special Experiences: Feeding lions at Bifengxia Wildlife Park (50 yuan/time); Mengding Mountain tea ceremony performance (daily at 10:00/15:00). 📝 7. Travel Tips 🌦️ Season and Weather: Best travel season: April-May (tea picking), September-October (autumn colors); It rains frequently throughout the year, bring an umbrella with you! 💬 Cultural Etiquette: When drinking tea in a teahouse, if the host knocks on the table three times, it means "thank you". 💰 Budget Reference: 800-1200 yuan per person (3 days, budget-friendly). 📸 8. Photography Suggestions Bifengxia: Canyon boardwalk in the morning mist (telephoto lens for waterfalls); Shangli Ancient Town: Reflection of the Erxian Bridge at dusk + the first lighting of the lanterns; Mengding Mountain: Aerial photography of the spiral landscape of the tea fields. 🛍️ 9. Shopping Guide and Pitfalls to Avoid ✅ Recommended Purchases: Mengding Mountain green tea (look for the "Mengding Ganlu" geographical indication); Hanyuan peppercorns (rich aroma, loose in the market is more affordable). ❌ Avoid: "Wild Gastrodia elata" in scenic areas are mostly artificially cultivated, buy with caution! ❄️ 10. City Trivia Ya'an has an average of 180 days of rainfall per year, but the night rain rate is 70%, and it is often sunny during the day; The first giant panda in the world was not discovered in Chengdu, but in Baoxing County, Ya'an! 🌟 11. Conclusion The charm of Ya'an lies in the lazy yawns of the pandas, in the misty tea mountains, and in the mottled stone roads of the ancient town. It is unassuming, yet unforgettable for every visitor. If you are tired of the hustle and bustle of the city, come here to listen to the rain, taste the tea, and breathe with nature.

Girls! When you come to Ya'an, don't miss the beautiful botanical garden! This 5-day tour guide will take you to explore this green paradise. -- 🛤️Route Overview: D1: Chengdu -> Bifengxia Set off for the beautiful Bifengxia and enjoy the fresh air and tranquility of nature. D2: Bifengxia In-Depth Tour Spend the whole day immersed in the beautiful mountains and rivers of Bifengxia and feel the magical charm of nature. D3: Bifengxia Wildlife World Adventure Visit the Bifengxia Wildlife World and get up close and personal with a variety of rare animals. D4: Free Day Enjoy a full day of free time to explore the surrounding scenery or relax. D5: Bifengxia -> Chengdu Say goodbye to Bifengxia and return to bustling Chengdu with fond memories. -- Must-Visit Attractions: ✨ Bifengxia: Panda Home 🐼, where the giant pandas live freely in a semi-free-range environment. Come and explore their adorable world up close! 🌿 Bifengxia Wildlife World: A paradise for wild animals 🦁🐯🐵. Walk along the trails and read the information boards to learn about the animals while you watch them. -- Travel Essentials: 🎒 👗 Clothing: Thick coat, warm sweater, and long pants to keep warm in the morning and evening. 🎩 Accessories: Hat, scarf, and gloves to stay warm and stylish. 👟 Shoes: Non-slip and waterproof shoes to deal with complex road conditions. 💳 Documents: ID card, student ID, etc. to enjoy discounts. 💊 Medicine: Cold medicine and stomach medicine in case of discomfort. 🔋 Other: Power bank and data cable to stay connected. -- Come and explore the beauty of Ya'an and don't forget to record your travel stories and share them with more friends!

Kids love wild animals, and we've never been! This time we went to Bifengxia, and it really felt like a trip well worth it, the kids are clamoring to go again next time! Here's the ultimate guide! It's just a 2-hour drive from Chengdu, and you can get up close and personal with loads of wild animals🐧 The best part is, the area is shaded with greenery and bursting with negative oxygen ions! 🚗Transportation and 🎫Ticket Prices 📍Self-driving: Navigate to Bifengxia Scenic Area in Ya'an City 💰Tickets: Adult ticket: Wildlife World 180 yuan/person 👀Tour Route 1️⃣Predator Feeding Area: A must-visit! Feeding tigers and lions is really thrilling! 2️⃣Gentle Animal Area: Sika deer🦌, alpacas, and many cute little animals like foxes 3️⃣Bird Paradise: Peacocks🦚, cranes are very friendly～ 👧🏻Parent-Child Activities: Every weekend and the May Day holiday, you can collect stamps at the Dachaiping Square and get a beautiful garden passport! The kids especially love it!

No need to squeeze with people at the Chengdu Panda Base anymore! 🐼 The panda base in Ya'an has very few visitors! You can enjoy the zoo, panda base, and forest canyon all at once... 😆 It's perfect for a weekend nature getaway! - Let me share my itinerary with you all~ 👉Day One (I departed from Chongqing, taking the high-speed train directly to Ya'an) Ya'an High-speed Train Station - Bifengxia Wildlife Zoo - Stay at a hotel within the scenic area 👉Day Two Panda Base - Bifengxia Canyon - Return trip - 🐯Bifengxia Wildlife Zoo The zoo is much larger than I imagined! The first activity upon entering is feeding the beasts! The staff will prepare 🥩 meat for feeding, and as soon as the feeding cart enters, 🐯 tigers and lions gather around. It was my first time feeding them from such a close distance, really thrilling and fun‼️ After getting off the cart, follow the tour route, and you'll see different animal areas along the way, 👉 alpacas, monkeys, birds, etc., and you can also feed and interact with them. Before May Day, there will be a 🌸 Spring Friends Meeting at Dachaping Square every weekend and during the May Day holiday where you can check in! You can also collect stamps in your passport and take photos with cute NPCs! . 🐼Panda Base There are really few people at this panda base, and the 🐼 pandas are very lively and active. Princess Xiangxiang, who returned from Japan, is also here, and she is so cute! Other pandas are also very earnest in their 'work', 🎋 watching pandas eat bamboo can take up a good half of the day! . ⛰️Bifengxia Canyon The panda base and the canyon are next to each other. Coming out of the panda base, you'll find the Left Canyon next to it. ⛰️ The entire canyon hiking loop is about 7km, with a high forest coverage rate. It's really relaxing to walk and breathe in the fresh air of nature! 😆 - 🌸Warm Tips: 1️⃣ For self-driving, directly navigate to Bifengxia Tourist Area in Ya'an City; If taking the high-speed train, go to Ya'an Station, then take a taxi to Beier Road (the former tourist bus station), and then take a route bus to the scenic area's visitor center 2️⃣ To see pandas, it's recommended to go early in the morning to catch them having breakfast~ 3️⃣ For accommodation, you can stay inside the scenic area or in Yucheng District, which is more convenient for visiting

Zoos are fun, but it's the ones in the mountains that are truly exciting. Today, I want to recommend a place for hiking and fun. Stroll through the green wilderness and encounter various wild animals. Experience the true harmony of man and nature🍃 ✔️Hiking ✔️Child-friendly ✔️Cooling off ✔️Recreation - The Bifengxia Scenic Area is divided into: The Ecological Canyon (which includes the Panda Base) and the Wildlife Park. - This time we visited the ✅Wildlife Park. The circular trail winds up and down through the entire forest. Along the way, there are all kinds of small animals🐿️ Lions, tigers, sika deer, alpacas, elephants... You can get close to the small animals. The kids are so happy. - 📍Location: Bifengxia Wildlife Zoo in Ya'an City (About 2h drive from Chengdu🚗) - ❤️Tips: 1️⃣It is not recommended to bring a stroller, as there are many stone stair paths. 2️⃣You can bring some food to replenish energy, and have lunch at the amusement center, where the prices are reasonable. 3️⃣It takes 3-4 hours to complete the tour, and you can take the sightseeing car out of the park in the latter half, which will miss some of the indoor small animals, but it saves energy.