Dear John,

As a very special member of our family, we wanted you to be among the first to hear that beginning Thursday, August 8, 2024, you’ll be able to connect with Yun Chuan and Xin Bao at the San Diego Zoo’s Panda Ridge.

This all-new, expansive, and multidimensional experience is inspired by famous geological formations in China, emulating the mountainous forest ecosystems where giant pandas thrive while immersing you into their world.

There are a few ways you can experience giant pandas at the San Diego Zoo. On the day of your visit, you can obtain a complimentary Giant Panda Timed Ticket or join the standby line throughout the day. Additionally, advanced reservations are available for an exclusive 60-minute Early Morning with Pandas Walking Tour before the Zoo opens to guests for the day.

For 30 years we’ve worked alongside our Chinese conservation partners to save, protect, and care for giant pandas and their ecosystems. And now we have the opportunity to continue caring for and conserving these incredible bears as we expand on our transformative work to secure a future for their species.

With the support of wildlife allies like you, we’re making a difference for this iconic species here in San Diego and around the world. Thank you for being part of our family, and for all you make possible for wildlife worldwide. We can’t wait to see you soon at the Zoo.

Together for wildlife,

Erika Kohler
Senior Vice President and Executive Director
San Diego Zoo