Mindo Cloud Forest Guided Private Tour with Fees Included
Overview
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9 hours
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Stay so close to the most colorful hummingbirds, this will be your travel experience in Ecuador.
The Cloud Forest is unique and is home to thousands of plants and flowers, the different trails lead to crystal waterfalls.
In the afternoon you can choose a visit to the Butterfly garden or a chocolate tasting in one of factories in Mindo.
This is a private tour, your experienced guide will recommend the best activities according to your interests.
From november to may high chances to see toucans in the wild.
Fees are included
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This Tour is not Wheelchair Accessible
What To Expect
We will pick you up in this location. Travelers do have an option to enter their preferred locations that is within 10 KM radius of Swissotel Quito. We will ensure that we will provide you a safe and enjoyable pick ups.
El Pahuma Orchid Reserve
After 40 miles drive enjoy a walk in the Cloudforest, nice trails that lead to waterfalls; you can choose according to your Interests. This is a biodiverse region on the western Ecuadorian Andes. See the most representative flora including bromeliads and orchids.
Options
Info
Private Duration: 9 hours: El Tour tiene una duración de 9 a 10 horas Mindo SUV or Van Pickup included
What‘s Included
Waterfalls fee
The best Hummingbird Garden Fee
Binoculars
Butterfly Garden or Chocolate tasting
Private Transportation
Certified English speaking Driver Guide
Lunch
Tips
Pickup points
Wyndham Quito Airport
Parroquia Tababela SN, Via A Yaruqui Quito Ecuador
Casa Gangotena
Bolivar Oe6-41 Y Cuenca Quito Ecuador
Swissotel
Av 12 de Octubre 1820 Y Luis Cordero, La Floresta Zone Quito Ecuador
JW Marriott Quito
Avenida Orellana 1172 Y Avenida Amazonas Quito Ecuador
Eb Hotel by Eurobuilding Quito
Calle 24 de Septiembre S 2-389, Conector Alpachaca Quito Ecuador
Holiday Inn Quito Airport By IHG
Solar Numero 4, Barrio Santa Rosa, Parroquia Tababela, Calle Conector Quito Ecuador
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
59 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A great connection to nature and wildlife.
I7616OHpatc,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed our time with Mateo and the wonderful connection he facilities to nature and wildlife in the region. He was knowledgeable, personable and professional. The tour was well paced as well.
Exceptional tour!
531trishah,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We spent our first full day in Equador on this tour with Matteo. It was a fantastic kickoff for our vacation! It was a nice mix of time viewing the countryside from the car and stopping for our visits. The highlight for us was the bird sanctuary. It was the experience of a lifetime seeing exotic birds and having hummingbirds alight on our fingers. Matteo was extremely knowledgeable, professional, and exemplified customer service. He clearly enjoyed sharing his love of nature with us. He was a great driver though the winding roads. Don’t hesitate to book this tour. Truly an experience we will never forget!
Exceptional Wildlife Tour with an Amazing Guide
282sinisap,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was honestly one of the most extraordinary wildlife experiences I’ve ever had. Our guide, Andrés, was exceptionally insightful, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful throughout the entire day. What I appreciated most was his flexibility — nothing felt rushed. If I wanted to spend extra time observing birds, photographing hummingbirds, or simply enjoying the forest, that was never a problem. And the wildlife was absolutely unbelievable. We saw more than 10 species of hummingbirds in a single day, often from extremely close distances. Almost all of them even landed on my arm while I was holding a feeder, which was an unforgettable experience. Beyond that, we encountered dozens of other bird species, including THREE species of toucans, which I understand is very rare to see during one tour. Andrés was incredibly sharp at spotting wildlife that I would have completely missed on my own. One of the most magical moments was finding tiny miniature frogs smaller than a fingernail hidden in the vegetation. The cloud forest is simply full of life everywhere you look. If you love biodiversity, birds, photography, or nature in general, I cannot recommend this tour enough.
Excellent, highly recommended
F3596HBkatherinew,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely amazing! Mateo was a great guide. It was easy to book, easy communication with organiser. Mateo turned up early for pick up but didn’t mind waiting. He was very knowledgeable about the area and clear about the plan. We had an amazing time walking to the waterfall and then seeing the hummingbirds and butterflies. Well worth the money
Amazing Mindo Experience with Andreas
Phyllis M,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was very nice and informative. We saw more than a dozen toucans, many humming birds and butterflies. The hummingbirds landed on our hands and drank from little cups. We saw 25 species of hummingbirds that were many colors. It was an amazing experience! Lunch was very tasty and the cacao wine was also delicious.
Special day trip to Mindo
drm465,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fab trip and were brilliantly looked after by Andres and Charlie. Andres, as the guide, was a enthusiastic and knowledgeable communicator and made sure that we got the best out of the day without any time pressures…all of the stops were amazing but the trek and the hummingbirds were the highlights. We’d highly recommend
Great private tour!
David B,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andres and Mateo were excellent tour guides. Full of knowledge. Was great they customized the tour to our liking. We enjoyed the longer hike to an amazing waterfall, spent time with 30 species of hummingbirds and visited a very cool butterfly sanctuary. All three places were the only tourist. Very private and intimate. We also enjoyed a delicious lunch of high quality local cuisine.
A visit to cloud paradise!
D1950ANkevink,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00With so much to see and so little time, we had fantastic direction from our guide Ines. She put us on to the cloud forest day tour where we were picked up promptly by David(in his brand new vehicle- spotless). We were joined by a student guide- Mateo. Between the two of them we were afforded soooo much information. They shared history and culture and nature and politics. So helpful to better understand the Ecuadorian people and the passion they share for this beautiful country. We had all the choices on what to see and David and Mateo were able to guide us to see all the highlights in a day! Waterfalls, frogs, lizards and birds—- so many birds my wife loves hummingbirds and they were feeding from a small cap out of her hand. Dozens of species and so many in such a small area. We loved Mindo the town is quaint and has a real laid back vibe. We then had a chocolate experience at. The Mindo Maya was remarkable and learning about the entire process and the quality of beans- but as much the fruit and tea and chocolate processes. We absolutely loved the trip the drive was about 2 hours but with all the information, scenery and perfectly timed breaks it went wonderfully. Thanks to the entire team, David, Mateo and Ines
Don't look any further, book. The best!
christined64,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andres and Mattheo were exemplary guides . You've been trying so hard. The photographer took beautiful pictures of us.
Round trip Ecuador
Bernd H,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Andrés was the perfect tour guide with his knowledge and always courteous nature. The accommodations were very well chosen. Country and people surprised us very positively. Ecuador is a worthwhile destination.
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