Mindo Cloud Forest

Mindo, Ecuador

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Galapagos My World
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Duration: 1 day
Group size: 1 - 15
Mindo Cloud Forest
Mindo, Ecuador

Galapagos My World
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2 reviews

$NaN
Duration: 1 day
Group size: 1 - 15

About this trip

Admire the ever green forest by the Tandayapa valley. Learn more about this awe-inspiring ecosystem. Cloud Forest is located on the edge of the western Andes. Mindo is 61 miles away from the Quito city. This area is the transition zone between the highlands and the coast. The altitude ranges from 6,000 and 4,400 feet above sea level. Enjoy a sub-tropical weather and walking through the eco-route to observe the most biodiverse and endangered habitats. Mindo was awarded as a Biosphere Reserve by the UNESCO in 2018.    

Explore Mindo in one day

Mindo offers a variety of cultural and adventure activities such as; 


Hummingbird´s paradise;  photograph several species of hummingbirds in few minutes. This is a private reserve where the farmers are protecting the ecosystem. Feeders atract at least 15 hummingbird species. Frecuently, tucans, tanagers and other species of birds are spotted in the area. Do slow-motion videos, take a lot of pictures or just relax in a natural enviroment.  


Cable car, forest walk and waterfalls; Enjoy a ride in the highlands of Mindo and walk on the cloud forest to visit different waterfalls. Dive into the cristaline waters. Learn more about the giant tree ferns or bromeliads.  


Ziplining; enjoy hanging in a harness to cross from one hill to another one and feel the warm humid air of the forest that comes from the Pacific Ocean. 


Chocolate experience; experience the taste of at least 11 different kinds of chocolate. Learn more about the origin and history of cocoa. Note that other products can be derived from the cacao fruit.


Other activities, you can do in Mindo are: Butterfly farm,  teleferico, tubing, orquids among others. 

What’s included

  • Certified Guide
    A certified Guide/Driver (English-speaking)
  • Pick-up
    Pick-up and drop -off from the hotel
  • Activities
    The activities will be selected according to traveler expectations.
  • Transportation
    Comfortable cars for long trips
  • Travel Insurance
    Mandatory
  • Entrance fees
    Humming bird spot $5 pp, Ziplining $20 pp, Cable car + Waterfalls $5 pp, Chocolate tasting tour $10 pp
  • Meals
    Vegetarian and vegan options are available
  • Tips
    Customary
  • Bank fees
    International bank or credit card fees
  • Single suplement
    ***Departures are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 participants

Available Packages

Trip Price
$98

Your Organizer


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Galapagos My World
2 reviews
We are trip organizers, who have traveled on all the roads, villages, lagoons, volcanoes, rivers, reserves and National Parks of Ecuador Mainland and Galapagos Islands to be able to advise with our first-hand experiences to many travelers who visit the wonderful Ecuador. Our experiential knowledge will be at your disposal to help you to create an experience for you, that will optimize your time and budget. If you dare to visit Ecuador, we are ready!!! are you ready?

Reviews

Quilotoa lagoon is beautiful, and Eduardo walked me through it as a wonderful experience. Stopping on the way I enjoyed experiencing the life of the indigeounous native people, their markets and art. Thank you for an unforgettable experience.
By Michal E for Quilotoa Lagoon on Aug 25, 2022
Thank you Eduardo for sharing your vast knowledge and giving us detailed information both to prepare us before the trip and during the trip. You made sure we felt comfortable at all times and provided for all our needs. We had a wonderful experience and enjoyed it very much.
By Michal E for Mindo Cloud Forest on Aug 25, 2022