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Offered languages
- English
- Spanish
Our tour will begin early in the morning.
We will make several stops along the way. Our first stop will be in San Tadeo, where we’ll observe different species of hummingbirds, as well as other native birds from the area.
After visiting the hummingbirds, we’ll enjoy a traditional breakfast in Mindo (optional).
Our next stop will be at the Mindo butterfly sanctuary, where we’ll have the opportunity to learn more about the different species that live there, as well as their life cycle and reproduction.
After this stop, we’ll take a hike through the Mindo-Nambillo cloud forest to the famous waterfalls, which will last approximately an hour and a half. At the waterfalls, you’ll have the option to swim, so it’s a good idea to have your swimsuit ready.
Finally, we’ll visit the chocolate tour, where you’ll learn more about the process of making chocolate from cacao.
On our way back to Quito, if time allows, we’ll make a stop at the Intiñan Museum.
Admission fees are not included.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will communicate by WhatsApp to give basic instructions before the start of the tour and to coordinate the meeting point.
The tour is done by private transport, in a white Chevrolet Grand Vitara with all the biosecurity measures.
Itinerary
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1
En este lugar observaremos diferentes especies de colibríes y algunas aves típicas de Mindo.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2Mariposas de Mindo
Here will be our first stop, the Mindo butterfly farm has a great variety of species of multicolored butterflies, we will have a brief introduction with the guide of the place, then we will enter the facilities where we will be able to observe a great variety of butterflies and their development process, and at the same time interact with them through the food that is found in the place, without a doubt an unforgettable experience.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
3Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve
Hiking in the cloud forest and tarabita.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
4
In this stop we are going to visit the waterfalls, we will start by crossing the tarabita where we can enjoy a wonderful view of the cloud forest characteristic of Mindo, then we will hike through the forest for approximately two hours, where we will make some stops to enjoy the waterfalls and their crystal clear water.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
5Mindo Chocolate Makers
Finally we will visit Mindo chocolate tour where we will be able to observe the cacao process and also taste this delicious delicacy, before returning to Quito we will enjoy an exquisite typical local lunch. The return to Quito will be two more hours
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
6Intinan Equator Museum
We make a stop in Museo de sito Intiñan.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- 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
- The total duration includes travel time.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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