MINDO CLOUD FOREST – Full Day

San Miguel de Los Bancos, Ecuador

QB
41 reviews
Duration: 7 days
Group size: 1 - 999
MINDO CLOUD FOREST – Full Day
San Miguel de Los Bancos, Ecuador

41 reviews

Duration: 7 days
Group size: 1 - 999

About this trip

The Mindo cloud forest is home to more than 400 bird species. There are also many different types of orchids, butterflies, mammals and amphibians, as the region is one of the most biodiverse places on earth.

Tour Description

The Mindo cloud forest is home to more than 400 bird species. There are also many different types of orchids, butterflies, mammals and amphibians, as the region is one of the most biodiverse places on earth. The cloud forest in the northeast of Ecuador is part of the Chocó Bioregion, a very humid area allowing for the development of plant life which can be seen growing everywhere!  On this trip, you will discover all of this! 

Mindo is popular and well-known and is located only two hours from Quito. The Mindo cloud forest is an ecosystem characterised by the presence of fog or ‘clouds’ at the height of the tops of trees that generate abundant moisture and development of mosses and epiphytes, which allows a wide variety of animals and plants with a high level of endemism. In Ecuador, the conservation of these forests has attracted considerable interest from NGOs and governments, so activities such as ecotourism and bird watching in Mindo, in particular, is a great opportunity for local communities to preserve this richness. 

Apart from the beautiful ecosystem and nature, you can also partake in a number of different activities including ecotourism, adventure sports and hiking. We will not be doing this today but you might want to come back!

What to bring

What to bring

  • ID (original or copy)
  • Rain/wind jacket
  • Camera
  • Sunglasses
  • Cap or hat
  • Bandana
  • Sunblock
  • Money, including small change
  • A backpack to store stuff
  • Water

Available Packages

Trip Price
$80

Itinerary

Day Tour
Mindo


Itinerary

  • Hotel pick-up
  • Visit Pululahua Volcano, Alambi Hummingbird Reserve, Butterfly Garden, Cable Car, hike to Mindo Nambillo Waterfall (approx. 30 minute walk)
  • Visit a farm which houses local types of hummingbirds, butterflies and orchids
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Visit a chocolate factory
  • Drive back to Quito

Includes: Private tourist transportation, certified bilingual guide, lunch, entrance fees

Excludes: Personal expenses, drinks and tips

Your Organizer


QB
Quito Bike Tours and Travel Experiences
41 reviews
QUITO BIKE TOURS ® is the first company in Quito to run urban bicycle tours. We pride ourselves on positive activism and sustainable tourism. We are passionate about doing things ethically whilst having fun. Discover Quito and Ecuador with us! --------- TRAVEL EXPERIENCES: Do you want to feel, see, taste and learn about Quito and Ecuador? Then join us on one of our day/ multi-day tours, privately or in a group. We know how to make your travel discovery and adventures unique. Visit, learn, taste and feel the local flavours.

Reviews

This was amazing and the organisation by Catalina was fantastic. Nothing was too much trouble . Our guides Pepe and Victor had amazing knowledge and you felt safe at all points . There are plenty of cycle lanes as well . It was great to see a bit more of Quito and learn about some of the murals . The market was fab trying various fruits . Victor then took us through some chocolate tasting and what he does not know about chocolate is not worth knowing. It was an incredible afternoon and would thoroughly recommend .
By Jo H for QUITO CULTURAL BIKE TOUR - DATE: 09 DEC 2023-14:00 on Dec 19, 2023
This was a great introduction to Ecuador. Our guide Pepe was very knowledgeable and we learnt a lot in a short space of time . The middle of the world experience was also fun with the experiments at the equator as well as seeing some traditional huts and dress . Would recommend
By Jo H for MIDDLE OF THE WORLD - DATE: 10 DEC 2023 / PICK UP: 10:30 AM on Dec 19, 2023
Our guides were fantastic from beginning to end. “Viva Quito” !!!! Equipment/Mountain Bikes, helmets were also very good. (suggest bells for urban riding and equip with lights for evening rides). Terrain has hills and at 9400’ altitude. We learned a lot of the history and various neighborhoods of Quito. Stay alert for some rather serious pot holes and have fun The tour concluded with a very informative and delicious chocolate tasting class. 👍😊
By Richard A M for QUITO CULTURAL BIKE TOURS GROUP TOUR - 06DEC2023 / PICK UP: 14:00 on Dec 17, 2023
We had the most wonderful time in Mindo with Pepe and Alvarito. They were the kindest people and gave us the most special experience. We got to see the hummingbird garden, Mindo forest and waterfalls, rode the cable car across the forest, butterfly garden, and chocolate tasting tour. It was such an incredible day, and so so worth the time and money. Pepe and Alvarito 100% made this day and we would definitely do it again! Thank you!!
By Anne M for MINDO CLOUD FOREST / 04NOV - PICK UP: 7:00 AM on Nov 13, 2023
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Great food tour
By Ilva R for ECUADORIAN CUISINE /02NOV 2023 on Nov 11, 2023
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