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A person holding a butterfly with a patterned wing. 1
A person taking a photo with a camera in a garden with plants and a brick path. 2
Two people holding a large butterfly in a greenhouse with dense foliage. 3
A group of people standing in front of a store named 'YUMBOS CHOCOLATE' with shelves of products behind them. 4
A person touching a tree in a forested area. 5
By Andean Roots Travel

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €58 per adult
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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

Activity location

  • San Tadeo Birding
    • Via Calacali La Independencia Km77, 5 meters from the main road, located in the San Tadeo neighborhood
    • 171202, Mindo, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • San Tadeo Birding
    • Via Calacali La Independencia Km77, 5 meters from the main road, located in the San Tadeo neighborhood
    • 171202, Mindo, Ecuador

Check availability

Grand Expedition

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Driver + Professional Guide
Transport Availability: Mini Van (5 pax + guide) or Mini Bus (6-10 pax + guide)
Pickup included

Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€58.42 x 5 Adults€292.10
Total
Price is €292.10
Until Thu, 29 Oct

Family and Friends

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Driver Guide
Transport Availability: Special SUV (Up to 4 passengers) or Mini Van available
Pickup included

Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€58.42 x 4 Adults€233.68
Total
Price is €233.68
Until Thu, 29 Oct

Mini Group

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Driver Guide
SUV (Toyota, Renault, Kia)
Pickup included

Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€184.23 x 1 Adult€184.23
Total
Price is €184.23
Until Thu, 29 Oct

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off from/to centrally located hotels in Quito
  • Inclusions
    Bottle of purified water
  • Inclusions
    Professional bilingual Guide
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Tips
  • Exclusions
    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
  • Exclusions
    Entrance fees: San Tadeo Birding (5USD per person), Tarabita(cable car) (5 USD per person).
  • Exclusions
    Entrance fees: Butterfly Garden (8.50 USD per person), Yumbo Chocolate (10 USD per person).

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Specialised 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
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve (Pass by)

As we descend from the Andes towards 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 colourful 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 you can walk along this trail until you reach one of the waterfalls, perfect for cooling off and recharging your batteries

Mariposas de Mindo

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
A world of colour 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..

Mindo

  • 1h
LUNCH TIME: Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring fresh, local ingredients at a cosy 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 tree to chocolate bar.

Location

Activity location

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    San Tadeo Birding
    • Via Calacali La Independencia Km77, 5 meters from the main road, located in the San Tadeo neighborhood
    • 171202, Mindo, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    San Tadeo Birding
    • Via Calacali La Independencia Km77, 5 meters from the main road, located in the San Tadeo neighborhood
    • 171202, Mindo, Ecuador

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