“Xishuangbanna Asian Elephant Research Expedition
Program Highlights
Close Encounters with Asian Elephants | Tropical Rainforest Biodiversity | Canopy Walkway Experience | Dialogue with Local Scientists | Ethnic Culture & Culinary Exploration | UN SDGs General Education Practice

This immersive program brings participants to Xishuangbanna, the warm and vibrant homeland of the Asian elephant.
Participants will:
• Observe and learn about Asian elephants up close, gaining insight into their behavior, evolution, and conservation
• Explore the rich biodiversity of the Xishuangbanna tropical rainforest
• Walk along the rainforest canopy walkway, overlooking the vast forest ecosystem and reflecting on the relationship between humans and nature
• Engage in discussions with scientists and conservation rangers
• Interview local villagers to understand the changing relationship between elephants and villages
• Experience Dai intangible cultural heritage through hands-on activities and explore local ethnic cuisine
Through field exploration, scientific learning, and cultural immersion, participants will deepen their understanding of biodiversity conservation, rediscover their personal connection with nature, and strengthen their global sustainability awareness under the framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Participants
• Families with children aged 6 and above
• Students aged 10 and above may participate independently”