China Red Panda Hotel | The Ultimate Guide
- anywherechina020
- Nov 11
- 4 min read
Imagine waking up, not to an alarm, but to the sight of a fluffy red panda on your balcony. Or eating your breakfast while a giraffe patiently waits for a snack. This isn't a dream—it's a normal day at the Nantong Sendi Treehouse Hotel, one of China's most magical family destinations.
Located just a short trip from Shanghai, this hotel isn't near a zoo; it's inside one. Guests stay in incredible treehouses built directly within the Nantong Sendi Wildlife Park, offering an immersive experience you won't find anywhere else.
Your Home in the Wild: Hotel & Room Types
The hotel is spread across three distinct zones, each with its own theme:
Sendi Tribe (森迪部落): The classic treehouse experience, where you're can get up close with red pandas.
Dream Island (梦幻岛): Built around "Love Bay," this area is beautifully lit at night and a favorite for red panda encounters.
West Zone (西区): Home to the "Beast Tribe" rooms, where you might see smaller predators like young lions or cheetahs during their "rounds." Also you can feed giraffe just on your balcony in the West Zone Treehouse zoom.
All rooms are themed and comfortable, but the real luxury is the access. Your stay includes unlimited entry to the park (managed via facial recognition) and a 24/7 free hotel shuttle to zip between your room, the park entrance, and the different attractions.
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What’s Fun There
Your hotel key unlocks a massive world of adventure. The park is split into two main attractions, plus the hotel's own unique perks.
1. Nantong Sendi Wildlife Park (9:00 - 17:00)
Drive-Thru Safari: The highlight for many. You can drive your own car (for a fee) or rent a park vehicle to cruise through open-range habitats. Stock up on carrots! Seeing lions, bears, and giraffes from your own car is a thrill. Pro-tip: Go in the morning when the animals are most active.
Walk-Thru Park: A massive walking area with everything from reptile houses to a "Panda" (Giant Panda) exhibit. Don't miss the free-flight bird area and the peacock garden.
International Circus: Your park ticket includes a seat at a spectacular, 1-hour circus show featuring international performers and amazing animal acts. (VIP seats are available for a small fee).
Free Playgrounds: There's a large amusement area with rides, all included for free.
2. Sendi Ice & Snow Ocean World (10:00 - 18:00)
It's a polar world in the middle of a safari park! This building is split into "cold" and "warm" zones. The cold zone features snow tubing, ice sculptures, and arctic animals, while the warm zone has aquariums and marine life shows.
3. Exclusive Hotel Perks
Animal "Room Service": The main event! Around 3:00 PM and 9:00 AM, hotel staff bring animals like red pandas, lemurs, and raccoons right to the Sendi Tribe and Dream Island for feeding and photos.
Breakfast with Giraffes: The "Tribe Restaurant" has a special platform where giraffes and zebras come for breakfast. Get there right at 7:00 AM to snag a window seat!
Complimentary Photoshoot: Many bookings (including ours!) come with a free family travel photoshoot.
How to Get There & Sample Itinerary
Getting to Nantong is easy, especially from Shanghai.
By Car: The most direct way. A private car or bao che (包车) takes about 2 hours directly from Shanghai.
By Train: Take the high-speed rail from any Shanghai station (Hongqiao, Shanghai Station, etc.) to Nantong West (南通西) or Nantong Station (南通站). The ride is about 1.5 hours. From there, a 20-minute Didi (ride-hailing) will get you to the hotel.
Our Recommended 2-Day/1-Night Plan:
Day 1
9:00 AM: Arrive at the hotel reception (at the park entrance). Check in, get your luggage stored, and register your face ID for park access.
9:30 AM: Head straight to the Drive-Thru Safari.
12:00 PM: Lunch (either in the park or drive to a nearby restaurant).
2:00 PM: Watch the International Circus show.
3:00 PM: Check into your room and get ready for the animal "room service" visit!
4:30 PM: Take the shuttle to the Ice & Snow World.
7:00 PM: Dinner, followed by a magical walk around the illuminated Dream Island.
Day 2
7:30 AM: Be first at the restaurant for breakfast with the giraffes.
9:00 AM: Enjoy the morning animal interactions at your room.
10:00 AM: Check out (leave your bags for hotel transfer).
10:15 AM: Explore the entire Walk-Thru park at your own pace.
1:00 PM: Lunch.
2:00 PM: Enjoy the free amusement park rides.
4:00 PM: Pick up your luggage from the reception center and head home!
Wonderful Shanghai + Red Panda Hotel 5-day Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Shanghai - Check in Hotel - Nanjing East Road - The Bund
Day 2: Head to Nantong - Nantong Sendi Tribe Treehouse Hotel
Day 3: Nantong Sendi Tribe Treehouse Hotel - Back to Shanghai
Day 4: Shanghai Disneyland Full-day Tour
Day 5: Shanghai CIty Tour: French Concession - Yu Garden - City God Temple
✨ Ready for Your Wild Adventure?
This is truly a 5-star experience for animal lovers and families. But booking the right room in the right zone and coordinating all the activities can be tricky.
Let us help! As China travel experts, we can book your entire package, including the perfect treehouse room, transportation from Shanghai, and ensuring perks like the photoshoot are included.
Contact us today to plan your unforgettable trip to the Sendi Treehouse Hotel!
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