Mindo – Day Trip

Mindo, Pichincha, Ecuador View on Google Maps

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Guide

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Tour Overview

After breakfast, we begin our journey to the Mindo Cloud Forest, located on the edge of the Chocó bioregion. With over 22,000 hectares of primary forest, this destination feels like a true paradise. Just two hours from Quito, it offers an easy escape into nature and adventure. On the road, we take time to stop at scenic viewpoints, where the landscapes unfold dramatically. The descent brings a noticeable change in climate and vegetation, making the journey itself a unique experience. Once in Mindo, we discover its famous complex of 15 waterfalls, each with its own charm and beauty. Surrounded by lush biodiversity, the forest is alive with hummingbirds, tanagers, and other colorful species that thrive in this ecosystem. The reserve is a world of sharp green mountains, crystalline rivers, and misty gorges. From certain points, distant volcanoes can also be seen, adding even more grandeur to the views. Nature lovers and photographers find this place unforgettable. Home to over 170 bird species, Mindo is a magical land of mist, life, and discovery. After a day filled with waterfalls, wildlife, and cloud forest charm, we return to Quito in the evening with lasting memories.

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Mindo

Mindo waterfall complex

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Highlights

☆Waterfall & Birdwatching

What's Included

Included

Accommodation on hotels in double rooms.
Meals are mentioned in the program.
Private English-speaking guide and transportation through all the itinerary.
Entrance fees according to the program.
Entrance fees to the mentioned places and activities.
Please note that the category stars given for the accommodations are estimated as local categories that do not fit international standards. Local categories are in all cases alike or higher than the ones given above.
NB: Please read all itineraries as a guide only. All routes and programs can change without notice due to National Park policies and regulations, weather conditions, seasonal changes, safety reasons, and the wildlife encountered during the travel. Flexibility is the key to the success of any expedition. Nevertheless, the safety and the interest of our passengers is always the first priority.

Excluded

Domestic and international flights
Travel insurance
Optional Excursions
Personal expenses such as tips
Alcoholic drinks
Any other meals, drinks, and/or services not mentioned in the program
PCR COVID TEST if applies