 How It All Began - The WildChina Origin Our story began on the slopes of Mount Kailash (pictured left) in the southwestern province of Tibet. The company founder and Yunnan native, Mei Zhang, found herself without a guide and braving high altitudes and a harsh landscape. After completing the kora and spending the night in an abandoned guesthouse, she awoke to beautiful snowcapped mountains alight with the sunrise. The breathtaking view brought Mei a deep sense of fulfillment, yet she stood alone and exhausted from her journey. Disappointed by how little support was available for travelers looking to get off the beaten path in China, Mei was inspired to start her own business dedicated to offering high-end, stress-free and responsible travel to China's most remote and unique destinations. Her prescient insight became the company motto: "Experience China Differently!"
What started initially as a premium travel provider for individuals has since grown into a company with a large and diverse clientele. WildChina today not only continues to serve our original intrepid independent travelers, but also high-end private tour groups, educational institutions, non-profit organizations, overseas travel partners, and corporations all looking for top-level destination management. We are also recognized as a leading authority in China travel and sustainable tourism, with our company name regularly mentioned in trade journals and mainstream travel guides such as the Lonely Planet: China edition. |
