China

WHAT IT'S LIKE

This once-in-a-lifetime expedition takes you deep into the subtropical forests, wetlands, mountains and hidden corners of remote southern China.

Encounter some of Asia’s most iconic and elusive reptiles and amphibians, including the Chinese cobra, king cobra, Burmese python, horned pit viper, Stejneger’s pit viper, banded krait, Tonkin pit viper, Hong Kong warty newt, and the giant-headed turtle.

Feeling lucky? Join us on our extension to search for the legendary Mangshan pit viper, considered one of the rarest snakes in the World!

Explore habitats by foot and on guided excursions with local naturalits guides, capture incredible wildlife in its natural environment and set foot in some of the wildest places on Earth.

Experience China like never before! Don't miss out!

DURATION -

8 DAYS

INCLUDES

TRANSPORT -

RENTAL CARS

ACCOMMODATIONS -

SHARED, ECOLODGES

GROUP SIZE -

MAX. 12 PARTICIPANTS

COMFORT -

DIFFICULTY -

BIODIVERSITY -

WHAT ELSE?

- all accommodations

- all meals + water

- all activities & entrance fees

- all local transport costs

- English speaking guides

- flights to China

- insurance

- extra drinks and snacks

- any other costs travel

EXCLUDES

This expedition takes us to remote and heavily protected areas in China. Keep in mind that there might be cultural and legal restrictions to our activities. Keeping an open mind and flexibility are key!

PRICE

€2.595,-

DATES

14-21 Aug. 26

Extensions, options & combo's:

Mangshan Extension

6 days AFTER the trip

A mission to find one of Asia's rarest snakes!

- Visit to Mangshan National Park,

- Visit to Nanling National Park,

- Hiking through the incredible mountain forests,

- Stay in a traditional Chinese mountain lodge,

- Chance to see other species of fauna, including many endemics,

Top targets: the Mangshan pit viper (Protobothrops mangshanensis), the Mangshan horned toad (Xenophrys mangshanensis) and the white-headed Fea viper (Azemiops kharini).

6 spots only

PRICE FOR EXPEDITION + MANGSHAN

DATES

€5.590,-

14-26 Aug. 26

PRICE FOR MANGSHAN EXTENSION ONLY*

DATES

€2.995,-

21-26 Aug. 26

*It is possible to join the Mangshan Extension on its own. However, members enrolled in the China Expedition have priority. If any spots remain, we will contact those applying for the extension only, in the order their applications were received. If you’ve previously participated in the China Expedition but wish to join the Mangshan Extension only for another shot at the legendary viper, you can claim a spot regardless of priority.