Mindo

This small village , about three -or four hour drive west of quito, is a popular destination for bird -watchers and nature lovers who want to see some ecuador’s western forest at reasonable cost.

Full day 8 hours

1pax $376 | 2pax $219 | 3pax $169

Available under request

6 to 7 hours

$129

1 – 3

Available under request

Overall

Enjoy a 8 hour full day tour from Quito to indulge into nature and amazing scenery of this protected cloud forest which is located just 2 hours from the capital of Ecuador.
Mindo has a lot of options such as birdwatching, horseback riding and canopy just to name a few.

Description of the tour

Today you will be picked up from your hotel in Quito city and head out to the small village called Mindo famous for being one of the most important protected areas of butterflies from South America. which is located in the middle of the cloud forest at an approximate altitude of 1250 meters above sea level. The 19000 hectares of protected reserve are located approximately 2 hours from Quito.

It is a very popular destination for birdwatchers and nature lovers who want to see some of Ecuador’s western forest that also attracts scientists, ornithologists, orchid ologists to see the wide variety of orchid species that inhabit the forest of the area. Some are unique in the world.

The activities this day include the famous “Mariposario” or butterfly-farm where you can learn about the evolutionary cycle of butterflies and observe the great variety that exists,

Hiking to appreciate the stunning nature and its waterfalls. followed by the famous “TARABITA” The one was built to help old people admire the tropical forests of Nambillo Ecological Reserve in Mindo at 150 meters high, in order to observe the magnificent ecosystem in this cloud forest.

we finish with the chocolate experience, you live a unique experience where you will be part, from start to finish, of our manufacturing process. You will be part of the explosion of flavor, without equal, of our fine aroma chocolate made with the best cocoa in the world, recognized internationally.

Between oder options in Mindo to name a few : rafting, canyoning or tubing Plenty of options await you for this exciting day trip.

Please note that our itineraries may change, due to weather conditions, traffic, and logistical matters, so the number of excursions and visits are limited, so not specific excursion can be guaranteed.

What to bring?

Lightweight and warm clothing, sunscreen, camera and good walking shoes.

Altitude sickness

Please consider that this tour reaches high altitude and depending on your age, gender, fitness and health condition you might suffer from altitude sickness. Please check with your doctor before traveling.

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