Mindo Bird Watching Tour from Quito

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8 to 10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Start the journey into Ecuador’s cloud forest for an immersive birdwatching experience. Visit two renowned reserves where you’ll observe colorful tanagers, tampitas, hummingbirds, toucans, and a variety of wildlife—including agoutis and squirrels—up close, making it perfect for photography without specialized gear. The highlight is witnessing the dramatic courtship display of the Andean Cock-of-the-Rock, as vibrant males dance and call in a forest lek to attract females. This tour offers a rare and unforgettable opportunity to experience the rich biodiversity and natural beauty of one of South America’s top birding destinations.

What's Included

Private transportation
Box breakfast
San Tadeo Birding Reserve
Hummingbird Garden
Hotel pick up / drop off in Quito
Cock of the Rock Reserve
Certified English/Spanish speaking guide
Tips
Personal expenses
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick up with extra charge

Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Quito

    The tour starts at 8 am from your hotel in Quito, and then get stunning views of the Andes Mountains as you drive northwest to the unique Hummingbird Garden

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Mindo, Ecuador is set in a valley surrounded by the Andes Mountains. The rivers and elevation combine to create a lush cloud forest more than 100 square miles in size. The landscape and climate in Mindo are ideal for the more than 450 different types of birds, numerous species of exotic butterflies, and a variety of animals and reptiles who call the cloud forest home. See 15 to 20 different species of hummingbirds, depending on the season or time of the day, and try local tropical fruits.

    5 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Latin Adventures Cía Ltda

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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Car Tours
Adventure Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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