Private Full-Day Mindo Cloud Forest,Butterfly Farm, Chocolate Tour bird watching

By Andean Roots Travel

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Free cancellation available

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Features

Free cancellation available
10h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Escape to Mindo, a highly biodiverse cloud forest just two hours from Quito. This full-day tour with a private guide-driver offers a perfect itinerary:
Fly over the tree canopy on a cable car to access beautiful waterfalls, marvel at hundreds of species in the butterfly garden, and conclude your day with a visit to a chocolate factory that includes an exquisite tasting of fine-aroma cacao

Please note: For groups of up to 5 travelers, an expert Driver-Guide will accompany you, serving as both your driver and guide. For groups of 6 or more, a dedicated driver and a separate professional guide will be provided to enhance your experience.

Activity location

Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve
- Mindo, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve
- Mindo, Ecuador

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Private Mindo - MiniBus

10h
English

Driver + Professional Guide
MiniBus (H350, county)
Pickup included

Travelers

Languages available

Starting time: 8:00am

Price details

$85.00 x 6 Adults$510.00

Paid at activity$138.00

Total

Private Mindo - Minivan

10h
English

MiniVan (H1, Staria)
Pickup included

Travelers

Languages available

Starting time: 8:00am

Price details

$110.00 x 4 Adults$440.00

Paid at activity$92.00

Total

Private Mindo - SUV

10h
English

SUV (Toyota, Renault, Kia)
Pickup included

Travelers

Languages available

Starting time: 8:00am

Price details

$230.00 x 1 Adult$230.00

Paid at activity$23.00

Total

What's included, what's not

Hotel pickup and drop-off from/to centrally located hotels in Quito
Bottle of purified water
Professional bilingual Guide
Food and drinks
Tips
Hotel pick-off and drop-off outside of the city. The extra cost can range from $30 till $70 depending on the number of passengers and location
Mindo Butterfly Farm:
Chocolate Tour Yumbos Chocolate
ADDITIONAL ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES SUCH AS TARABITA, ETC.

Know before you book

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
The amount of walking depends on the chosen activities
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Operates in all weather conditions, weather may vary please dress appropriately
You are allowed to bring your own food and drinks. We can recommend you a good place to have lunch
At the time of booking, please inform the name of your hotel, or the name of the hotel near your location

Activity itinerary

Mitad Del Mundo (Pass by)

On our way, we’ll pass a fascinating geographic landmark: the Middle of the World Monument. Your guide will share interesting facts, and you’ll have the chance to stop and take the perfect photo at the center of the planet.

Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve

1h

As we descend from the Andes toward Mindo, you will feel the climate change and witness the magical transformation of the landscape into the cloud forest, a paradise of lush vegetation. This unique ecosystem is home to an incredible diversity of colorful birds, mammals, and wildlife. Experience this magical area through guided hikes and views that will truly take your breath away.

San Tadeo Birding

45m
Admission ticket not included

San Tadeo Birding is a must-visit spot during your trip to Mindo. We invite you to explore natural trails designed to see and delight in the presence of vibrant hummingbirds, tanagers, toucans, and many other cloud forest species.

Tarabita y Santuario de Cascadas Mindo

1h
Admission ticket not included

(OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES) Cross the Mindo River on a rustic cable car to access trails and other waterfalls (cable car cost not included, approx. $5). This offers a unique perspective of the forest. The adventure continues with the Tarabita (cable car), giving you the best aerial views of the forest. After crossing, you'll find the Sanctuary of Waterfalls, where a network of trails leads you through the wilderness to seven beautiful cascades—ideal for cooling off and recharging

Mindo

1h

LUNCH TIME: Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring fresh, local ingredients at a cozy Mindo restaurant, with options to suit all tastes.

Yumbos Chocolate

45m
Admission ticket not included

We’ll take a delightful tour through the museum for an immersive and delicious experience. you’ll learn the entire process of making Ecuador's fine-flavor chocolate, from the cacao fruit on the tree to the finished chocolate.

Mariposas de Mindo

30m
Admission ticket not included

Visit our Butterfly Garden, a world of color and grace. You will have the chance to walk among hundreds of butterflies as they flutter around you, offering close-up encounters and unique photographs. You'll learn about the fascinating process of metamorphosis, making your visit an interactive lesson in the cool, fresh air of the cloud forest.

Location

Activity location

Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve
- Mindo, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve
- Mindo, Ecuador

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