Private Mindo Birdwatching Tour from Quito

5.0 (3 reviews) Quito, Ecuador
Duration8h - 10h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Start the journey into Ecuador’s cloud forest for an immersive birdwatching experience. Visit two renowned reserves where you’ll observe colorful tanagers, tampitas, hummingbirds, toucans, and a variety of wildlife—including agoutis and squirrels—up close, making it perfect for photography without specialized gear. The highlight is witnessing the dramatic courtship display of the Andean Cock-of-the-Rock, as vibrant males dance and call in a forest lek to attract females. This tour offers a rare and unforgettable opportunity to experience the rich biodiversity and natural beauty of one of South America’s top birding destinations.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Box breakfast
  • San Tadeo Birding Reserve
  • Hummingbird Garden
  • Hotel pick up / drop off in Quito
  • Cock of the Rock Reserve
  • Certified English/Spanish speaking guide
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. Quito
    1h
    The tour starts at 8 am from your hotel in Quito, and then get stunning views of the Andes Mountains as you drive northwest to the unique Hummingbird Garden
  2. San Tadeo Birding
    5h · Admission ticket included
    Mindo, Ecuador is set in a valley surrounded by the Andes Mountains. The rivers and elevation combine to create a lush cloud forest more than 100 square miles in size. The landscape and climate in Mindo are ideal for the more than 450 different types of birds, numerous species of exotic butterflies, and a variety of animals and reptiles who call the cloud forest home. See 15 to 20 different species of hummingbirds, depending on the season or time of the day, and try local tropical fruits.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pick up with extra charge

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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