Mindo is a rural parish just 2 hours from Quito (80 km – 48 miles), located in Los Bancos canton in the province of Pichincha. Mindo is known for its famous growth in ecotourism based in the Mindo – Nambillo Protected Forest. The beautiful landscapes and the exuberant flora and fauna of this cloud forest attract all types of travelers and adventurers. Mindo is located between a high altitude zone and the rainforest which gives excellent biodiversity characteristics. You can find more than 500 spp. of birds, orchids, bromeliads and more than 40 spp. of butterflies. The temperature fluctuates around 15ºC – 24ºC (60ºF – 75ºF).

We start early in Quito taking the Middle of the World – Calacalí – Los Bancos – Esmeraldas highway. When we get to Mindo we visit the butterfly farm. This farm has some of the most beautiful butterflies that can be seen in Ecuador. Here, you can also see orchids, birds, but most importantly the hummingbird. After this stop, we go on an ecological walk some great waterfalls, where you can also take a dip in the pools or river. Then it is off to a spectacular set of zip lines! This is not for the faint-hearted. Finally after lunch, you will get the chance to visit the famous Mindo chocolate factory. This tour offers you an insight into the products and produce. It is also a nice way to try some delicious chocolate.

* The tour is operated by a partner operator that reserves the right to change the itinerary without previous notice due to weather, National Park regulations or notifications and unforeseeable circumstances.

 

Shared Tour: Friday

Note: All times approximate, EXCEPT starting time

Schedule Itinerary
06:30

 

06:45

 Leave from Plaza San Blas (Caldas E1-83 and Rios)

or

Leave from Magic Bean restaurant (Juan Leon Mera and Mariscal Foch)
  Optional activities (not included in the price):

Butterfly farm ($ 5)

Canopy Zipline ($ 20)

Nambillo waterfall ($ 3)

The Mindo Quetzal chocolate factory ($ 10)
14:30 Lunch
  Continuing optional activities
6:30 Arrive in Quito

* We also have a pick-up point in the old town, please provide us with your details about accommodation and we can arrange a meeting point in either La Mariscal or the Old Town.

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Private tour: professional and bilingual guide, private transportation from Hotel / Mindo / Hotel

Shared tour: Professional bilingual guide, lunch, transport to / from Mindo to / from Mindo

Entrance fee for Butterfly Farm ($ 5), Zipline Canopy ($ 20), Nambillo waterfall ($ 3), Mindo Quetzal chocolate factory ($ 10), tips for guide

Note: Private Tour does not include lunch

Necessary Equipment:

– comfortable clothing – swimsuit – sunglasses
– water and snacks – comfortable shoes – camera
– waterproof jacket – extra dry clothes – sunscreen

Shared Tour: 50p.p Friday

Private Tour: 1 pax $ 230 – 2 pax $ 115 – 3pax $ 85pp (any day)

Full Day Transportation: $ 200 – for a group 4 pax – 6 max pax (Spanish speaking driver)

* It is important that you will have current travel insurance including personal medical insurance. Please inform us of any known medical conditions you have.

* If you book a day tour with us, get 20% discount at our Hostel in Old Town Quito – Hump Day Hostel

We put a lot of effort in organizing the tour; Therefore cancellations  require 48hrs notice  by which we would give you a 50% refund. Cancellations will not be refunded with a shorter time notice. This tour is operated by a third party company.


* Mindo Cloud Forest shared tour departure is on Fridays