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International Internship-Panda Keeper Program
Tour Code:SCP-0101
Start in:Chengdu End in: chengdu
Destinations:Chengdu-Researching Base of Giant Panda Breeding
Tour Highlights
Chinese giant panda is rare species well-known all over the world.Their existence and future do not only attract national concern but also international people's desire to do something for this endangered species.The Panda Keeper Program provides people who are interested in animal conservation research an opportunity to learn more about giant pandas. The international internship is practised at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. During the experience, you will work with our skilled keepers and researchers to learn about giant pandas and biodiversity conservation, giant panda breeding, research, feeding management and behavior,and will also learn more about Chinese culture and customs.
*Working Schedule of the internship:
08:30-08:35 Check in,grouping,distribution of materials,preparation work,instruction of security tips and schedule for the day
08:35-11:15 Perform panda keeper's duties at the enclosure
11:30-13:30 Have lunch & rest
13:30 Gather
13:30-14:35 Tour of the Panda Base, and learn more about giant pandas and biodiversity
14:40-15:10 Watch documentary of pandas
15:15-15:25 Visit panda museum
15:25-15:30 Certificate issued
15:30 Program ends
*Work maybe included:
1. Feeding the panda (fresh bamboo, apple or panda cake)
2. Cleaning the enclosure to give the pandas a clean and comfortable living place.
3. Collecting and weighing the feces (this is the most effective way to determine the health of the panda).
4. Cleaning the panda. Rinse the panda with cool water and see how much they enjoy it, but just in very hot summer.
5. Learning how to take good care of the panda , and teach them lessons
6. Other jobs
*Cost: RMB 600/pax/day
A deposit of half the cost(RMB300/pax) should be paid in advance to guarantee the intership program, the cost Includes ticket fee, uniform fee, materials fee, certificate fee, local English interpretation fee, training fee, local guide fee
However, fees for hotel, meals, transportation and pictures with pandas for donation are not included,
*How to Join
Book and confirm the intern activities via phone, fax, E-mail at least two days in advance.
If you want to join the internship program on holidays such as weekend, you have to book it at least four days in advance.
*Information Provided: date, group size, nationality, full name as showed on passport
All activities are designed by the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda breeding and can be flexible with different participants, group sizes, time and other factors. We can also design more activities according to your requirements.
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