Snow Leopard Tour in Qinghai, China

Mammal Watching Expedition

Tour Overview – High-Altitude Wildlife Expedition — 8 Days

Embark on an unforgettable Snow Leopard Tour in Qinghai, China, a journey deep into the remote highlands of the Tibetan Plateau. This exclusive expedition takes you to the spectacular Gouli Valley, one of China’s best regions for observing Snow Leopards and other rare high-altitude wildlife. Over eight days, you’ll travel across dramatic mountain landscapes, vast grasslands, and glacial valleys in search of these elusive big cats, guided by expert naturalists and experienced local trackers.

In addition to Snow Leopards, the region supports an impressive diversity of mammals, including Pallas’s Cat, Tibetan Wolf, Eurasian Lynx, Tibetan Fox, Tibetan Gazelle and Kiang. Each day provides excellent opportunities for wildlife photography and close encounters with the plateau’s unique fauna. Comfortable accommodations, expert guidance, and well-organized logistics ensure a rewarding and memorable field experience in one of China’s wildest and most awe-inspiring regions.

Tour Schedule

2026 July 24-July 31 (8 days) Mammal & Bird watching guide : Summer Wong, scheduled tour, group limit : 6-10 pax, cost: 2800 USD 3 spaces available

2026 Oct 12-19 (8 days) Mammal & Bird watching guide : Summer Wong, scheduled tour, group limit : 6-10 pax, cost: 2800 USD

2027 April 21-April 28 (8 days) Mammal & Bird watching guide : Summer Wong & Kexin Peng , scheduled tour, group limit : 6-10 pax, cost: 2800 USD

2027 July 24-July 31 (8 days) Mammal & Bird watching guide : Kexin Peng, scheduled tour, group limit : 6-10 pax, cost: 2800 USD

2028 April 18-April 25 (8 days) Mammal & Bird watching guide : Kexin Peng , scheduled tour, group limit : 6-10 pax, cost: 2800 USD

2028 July 24-July 31 (8 days) Mammal & Bird watching guide : Kexin Peng, scheduled tour, group limit : 6-10 pax, cost: 2800 USD

Besides our scheduled and private tours, we also offer budget-friendly birding tours. If you are an international birding company looking for a reliable ground operator in China, please feel free to contact us for rates and further details.

Deposit : USD 500 per person

Single Room Supplement (7 nights) : USD 200 per person

Tour Cost Includes:

All ground transportation by 4WD
Accommodation in twin-share or single rooms
All meals (including daily bottled water, packed breakfasts, and lunches/dinners mostly at local restaurants)
All necessary entrance fees and nature reserve permits
Guide/driver’s meals, accommodation, and service fees

Tour Cost Excludes:

International and domestic flights
Travel insurance
Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages
Tips for local staff

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Golmud, Transfer to Xiangride

Upon arrival at Golmud Airport, you will be greeted by our local team and travel by 4WD vehicles to Xiangride (approximately 3.5 hours). The drive offers your first glimpse of the vast Tibetan Plateau, with its sweeping grasslands and distant snow-capped peaks. Settle into your comfortable accommodation and rest in preparation for the exciting days of field exploration ahead. Overnight in Xiangride.

Days 2–7 – Wildlife Exploration in Gouli Valley

Spend six full days exploring the breathtaking Gouli Valley, traveling by 4WD to access prime wildlife habitats. Accompanied by experienced local guides, you will search for the elusive Snow Leopard and a remarkable diversity of other mammals, including Eurasian Lynx, Pallas’s Cat, Tibetan Wolf, Tibetan Fox, Blue Sheep, Red Fox, Himalayan Marmot, Himalayan Mountain Weasel, Tibetan Gazelle, White-lipped Deer, Alpine Musk Deer, Woolly Hare, Kiang, Plateau Pika, Asian Badger, Smoky Mountain Vole, Chinese Dhole (Asiatic Wild Dog), Steppe Polecat, and Tibetan Argali.

Each day offers new opportunities to observe and photograph high-altitude wildlife amid pristine mountain scenery, while learning about the delicate ecosystems and conservation efforts of this extraordinary region. Overnight in Xiangride.

Day 8 – Return to Golmud and Departure

After breakfast, drive back to Golmud Airport for your onward flight. Bid farewell to the spectacular landscapes of the Qinghai–Tibetan Plateau and conclude your unforgettable wildlife adventure.