Ecuador tours

Mindo cloud forest and optional middle of the world stop

Duration:
8–9 hours
Location:
Mindo
Level:
Easy

Mindo cloud forest and optional middle of the world stop

Discover the incredible biodiversity of Ecuador’s Mindo Cloud Forest on this full-day private tour from Quito. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, explore this lush forest, home to countless species of hummingbirds, butterflies, orchids, bromeliads, ferns, and vines. For those with limited time, the tour can include a stop at the “Middle of the World” on the way back to Quito.

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Mindo Cloud Forest: Begin your adventure with a scenic 2-hour drive from Quito to Mindo, one of Ecuador’s most beloved cloud forests. Upon arrival, visit a hummingbird sanctuary to marvel at the variety of these fascinating birds.

Continue to a butterfly garden, where you can observe the complete life cycle of butterflies and be surrounded by over 1,200 colorful butterflies in their natural habitat. Next, visit an artisan chocolate factory to learn about the chocolate-making process, from cacao bean to finished product, with a chance to taste delicious pure chocolate. For the adventurous, there is an option to enjoy a canopy zip-line experience (optional and time permitting). After your time in Mindo, return to Quito.

Duration: 4 hour

Mitad del Mundo (Middle of the World): If you didn’t get a chance to visit the iconic Middle of the World monument during your trip, this tour includes an optional stop on the way back from Mindo. While entrance fees are not included, the visit can be arranged at no additional cost if requested in advance.

Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions & Exclusions

Private transportation

English speaking guide

Excursion as mentioned in the program

Bottle of water

Lunch (Available to purchase with addtional cost)

Entrance fees (Available to purchase with additional cost 25 usd per person or it can be paid directly)

Personal expenses

Entry/Admission – Mitad Del Mundo

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