Mindo Cloud Forest Day Trip from Quito – Birdwatching & Adventure
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At a glance
- Duration
- 7–8 hours
- Price from
- $295 / person
- Location
- Quito, Ecuador
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 43 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Real Dreams Tour
Description
Exploring Mindo Cloud Forest is a good opportunity to be in touch with nature and is so close to Quito City (2 hours). Mindo Cloud Forest creates the best environment for birdwatching and hiking in the Nambillo Reserve. Enjoy Butterflies Farm, taste the best chocolate of Ecuador, and experience the adrenaline on the Zipline. Itinerary: - Quito - Ecuador -Visit Ornithological Point -Visit Butterflies Farm - Walk to the Nambillo waterfall -Chocolate Factory -Return to Quito
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:30 AM
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 12
- Adult (ages 12–64)
- $295
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $495.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 11.
Tour Options
Itinerary
San Tadeo Birding
This is an amazing spot for the hummingbirds in the cloud forest of Mindo, we can feed them in the meantime, we enjoy the valley of Mindo which is surrounded by amazing mountains.
Tarabita y Santuario de Cascadas Mindo
This is a Beautiful area where we will take the cable car in the mountains to connect to the Mindo Nambillo waterfall
Mariposas de Mindo
Visit one of the butterfly farms in the Mindo cloud forest where you can observe a wide variety of butterflies of all sizes and colors.
Try the best chocolate in Ecuador in the Mindo Cloud Forest and learn more about the Ecuadorian chocolate-making process
What's included
Included
Bilingual Tour Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pick Up / Drop Off. In the Metropolitan Area of Quito
Not included
Tips
Tickets
Pickup Locations & Times
- We pick up all our passengers from their address in Quito. - Pick up outside the Metropolitan Area of Quito has a cost of USD 35 per person.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
43 reviews
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Mindo Cloud Forest Day Trip from Quito – Birdwatching & Adventure lasts about 7–8 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $295 per person for this Quito experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $495. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:30 AM.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. - We pick up all our passengers from their address in Quito. - Pick up outside the Metropolitan Area of Quito has a cost of USD 35 per person. Pickup points include Olympus Plaza, Hostal Cridmy.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 43 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Real Dreams Tour.
Reviews(43)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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