Private Tour
Ecuador Birds Tour & Mindo Cloud Forest - by Richard Hernandez
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
- High Value Birding Experience - certified local bird guide
FULL BIRDING DAY. We do start early at 05:30AM from Quito city or 06:30AM from Mindo town to see the Andean Cock of the rock bird lek.
Just under request at 3:AM from Quito to see the Cephalopterus penduliger (long wattled umbrella bird)
Bird sp. like Trochilidae family: Schistes geoffroyi. Rupicola peruvianus-sanguinolentus, Anisognathus notabilis, Grallaria flavotincta, Semnornis ramphastinus, Andigena laminirostris, Pteroglossus torquatus erythropygius, Tangara heinei and many many more.
Spotting scope, binoculars and tuned bird calls are included. We can help with where to eat Breakfast and Lunch.
Personalized bird tours with experienced-certified bird guide in English/Spanish, Richard Hernandez
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Proper dress and shoes for Nature
Just for birdwatchers, bird photographers, bird lovers
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Nanegalito
Hummingbirds
Milpe Bird Sanctuary
Birding the Lower Cloud Forest
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Experienced Bird Guide in English/Spanish- Richard Hernandez
Bird recordings, bird books
Bird lists
spotting scope for birds, binoculars, laser pointer
Breakfast
Lunch
to private bird reserves or bird hides
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Ecuador Birds Tour & Mindo Cloud Forest - by Richard Hernandez
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Reviews
41 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Birding from Quito
James G,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.0012 hours from pick-up to drop-off. Hit 4 spots plus saw a Toucan at lunch. In total 70 species, 13 Hummingbirds, 16 Tanagers 4 Toucans, Masked Trogon, Cock of the Rock and a Motmot. Quite a haul. Richard is knowledgeable both in where to go and in identifying birds. He has relationships with local landowners that provided access to great spots with blinds set up. He is friendly and eager to share what he knows. Highly recommend this tour for birders whether they are just starting or are veterans. He brought both a laser pointer to help us locate a bird and a scope to provide great looks- got a great look at a Yellow-throated Toucan through the scope. Best birding experience I’ve ever had.
Bird photography in the Mindo Cloud forest.
76blakef,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Booked a day with Richard for bird photography and visiting the Mindo Cloud forest. Wonderful experience with him sharing prime locations to view a variety of bird species. His knowledge and ability to point out birds in the areas was excellent. Highly recommend Richard to guide anyone interested in viewing the wide variety of bird species the Mindo Cloud forest has to offer.
Very rewarding
D1752EOtomo,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Richard picked me and my wife up at 0530 at our hotel and we had to be at the Quito airport by 1530. In that short space of time Richard showed us 60 species including: toucans, motmots, sylphs, euphonia, caciaues, 9 species of tanagers, ani, barbets, 9+ hummingbirds, and more. Richard proved to be extremely personable and knowledgeable. His ability to mimic birds was uncanny. I strongly recommend his services to any birding enthusiast.
A Wonderful Day Trip from Quito
therealtomatosauce,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience! Richard was a great guide on an unforgettable trip to Mindo with hummingbirds, butterflies, hiking, waterfall, and chocolate. Highly recommended!
Beautiful birds of Ecuador
Deborah Y,Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Richard was very knowledgeable and professional. He could identify the birds by sound, as well as by sight. We saw three types of toucans, queztal, motmots, and about fifteen other birds plus many hummingbirds. This is a wonderful tour if you are serious about seeing the many beautiful birds of Ecuador.
A birder’s guide
bradtX7436GJ,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Richard knows his business. If you want to see the birds of the cloud forest, you will if you follow his lead. He knows the English language names of the birds and knows Ebird. I had a memorable day of birding with Richard.
Bird Watching with Richard Hernandez.
Tina S,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Richard Hernandez treated us to a FABULOUS day of Bird Watching! He is extremely knowledgeable, was attentive to our interests, and very personable. We'd highly recommend Richard to anyone wanting a memorable birding experience in the Mindo Cloud Forest or beyond.
Excellent Mindo Birdwatching Day Tours
gem464,Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic time with Richard visiting the cloud forest around Quito and Mindo. Richard arranged for us to visit numerous birding sites over two day and generously shared his knowledge of the local bird and animal life. We can recommend Richards services to anyone.
A twitter experience
Rbm1234,Aug 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A twitter experience of real enjoyment. As a result I will continue bird watching. The butterfly house was also great. Well worth it
Birding with the expert
deannan494,Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My sister and I booked a tour with Richard as novice birders, having never before been birding. Richard was an excellent guide, taking the time to understand what we wanted to see/explore and being patient with us beginners. He is incredibly knowledgable and his excitement about birds was infectious. Highly recommend!
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