Full-Day Adventure and Nature Tour of the Mindo Cloud Forest from Quito, Ecuador

3.4 (5 reviews) Quito, Ecuador
Duration7h - 8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

The Mindo Valley is located at the meeting point of two of the most biologically diverse regions: the Chocoan Lowlands and the Tropical Andes. Visit various spots in the Mindo-Nambillo Ecological Reserve. Observe birds and choose between a zipline adventure or a walk to a waterfall. Taste delicious local specialties and visit a bird or butterfly reserve before returning to Quito.

What's included

  • Bilingual professional guide
  • Lunch
  • Transport to/from Quito (hotels within the urban perimeter ONLY) - Mindo Cloud
  • Hiking Trip
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (meeting point is in Mariscal Barrio - See notes)
  • On site chosen activities
  • Canopy ride
  • Additional food and drinks.
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve
    Pass by
    Early in the morning leave Quito by car driving northwest of Pichincha province. Ride through the road to the Coast (Mitad del Mundo - Calacalí – Los Bancos) and enjoy the view of small towns in the highway witnessing an astounding landscape transformation on the way. After approximately one 1 and 1/2 hour, arrive at the lovely Mindo Parrish

    Once you arrive in Mindo Cloud Forest take a small walk I the town and then head towards the Butterfly farm and Hummingbird Feeders (don´t forget your camera).

    Afterward, you may choose your desired adventure:

    Option 1: For adventure seekers, go for the Canopying, 13 zip lines of different lengths that range from 20 to 400 meters, an adrenaline-filled ride which enables an amazing view of the cloud forest. (Cost of the Canopy activity not included in the price of the tour)

    Option 2: Go for a trekking adventure across the cloud forest towards a waterfall and a ride Mindo’s famous “Tarabita”(Cable tram). Take your time to observe Mindo’s natural beauties and diversity.

    Take a break for a local-style lunch.

    Explore Mindo once a more and visit another special spot to view hummingbirds, butterflies and, with some luck Tanagers and Toucans.

    Head back to Quito around 5 pm.
    * IMPORTANT NOTE:

    For Friday departures (open departures), meet with your guide and fellow travelers at 6:45am at the centrally located meeting point at Mariscal Barrio at 6:45am.

    For Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat and Sun departures, the guide will pick you up at your hotel in Quito around 8:00 - 8:30am.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Departure Point: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun: (Your hotel in Quito - Hotels within the urban perimeter ONLY)
Your hotel in Quito - Please inform us of your hotel of stay.

Fridays (Meeting Point):
Magic Bean Restaurant or "Q" Restaurant located at Barrio Mariscal at Mariscal y Juan León Mera (Quito - Ecuador)
IMPORTANT NOTE: A voucher will be sent with the exact place and time to start the tour
Address: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun: (Your hotel in Quito - hotels within the urban perimeter ONLY)
Your hotel in Quito - Please inform us of your hotel of stay.

Fridays (Meeting Point):
Magic Bean Restaurant or "Q" Restaurant located at Barrio Mariscal at Mariscal y Juan León Mera (Quito - Ecuador)
IMPORTANT NOTE: A voucher will be sent with the exact place and time to start the tour
Dates: See Availability
Return point: Original departure point.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • For tours taking place on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thus, San, the hotel pick-up will be from hotels within the urban perimeter ONLY.

Cancellation policy

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

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