Mindo Cloud Forest: Chocolate, Coffee, Birds
4.7
213 Ratings
Mindo

Embark on an extraordinary adventure in Mindo’s Cloud Forest. Indulge in chocolate and coffee, explore lush forests, and encounter vibrant bird species. Unforgettable moments and a genuine connection with nature await!

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve - Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve in Ecuador offers travelers a diverse experience. Explore hiking trails through lush forests, go birdwatching for toucans and hummingbirds, visit enchanting waterfalls, discover butterfly farms, enjoy ziplining, tour botanical gardens, try river tubing and rafting, and take…

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What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Customized routes
  • On-board WiFi
  • Binoculars
  • National Guide of Ecuador
  • Private Tour
  • Birdwatching equipment
  • Certified guides
  • Private Guide
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Tickets and tips
  • Snacks
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Tea and coffee
  • Birdwatching, Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve
  • Coffee tour, Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve
  • Chocolate tour, Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve
Additional Information

Embark on the original and unique Mindo’s Cloud Forest Tour: Chocolate, Coffee, Birds. Immerse yourself in the wonders of nature as you explore lush forests teeming with vibrant bird species. Indulge in the art of chocolate-making at a local factory, savoring the rich flavors of Mindo’s finest cocoa. Discover the secrets of coffee cultivation and…

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Location
Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
4.7
(213 Ratings)
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Joanne_l
Mar 28, 2026
Hummingbird Heaven - Isra was amazing! Very flexible and knowledgeable. The hummingbirds did not disappoint. The chocolate was a great experience. Very informative and yummy!
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Dennis_n
Mar 27, 2026
Great variety of experiences in Mindo. - There are a lot of fun activities in the Mindo are and Isra our guide did an excellent job of picking an assortment that matched our interest. We enjoyed the coffee farm, amazing hummingbird garden, and chocolate tour. Isra showed us around the coffee farm and did a nice job of explaining things there. The chocolate tour he selected was excellent, informative, fun, and delicious. He also indulged my archaeology interest by taking us to the Tulipe ruins. Across from the lunch restaurant he selected, we got to watch several wild toucans in the trees. His driving was safe.
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Kim_j
Mar 27, 2026
A Must Do for a great combo of nature, coffee, and chocolate - We laughed, we saw lots of hummingbirds and toucans, loved the chocolate making class and the coffee was yum. Bring binoculars if you have them. While he had a pair we could share, birding as well as being out in nature at all is better with your own set. It was a bit muddy especially by the river so suggest bringing water shoes. Our guide was friendly and it was just the 3 of us so we went at our own pace. He was very knowledgeable regarding things other than nature (politics, history, landmarks). We grabbed some fresh made pastry type bites from a street vendor that were awesome. Just well done and enjoyed every stage of it - hummingbirds on your hand - LOVE! I wore a bright shirt to attract them and it worked!
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Petebr777
Mar 6, 2026
I enjoyed the cloud forest - My guide is Israel. He has done that tour several times and knows it well. The Andes cloud forest is a very beautiful place. My wife really liked feeling the humming Birds (so did I)
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Eliza_w
Mar 4, 2026
Sensory Tresures! - Juan reached out with a warm personal greeting to set the tone for a peaceful, relaxing day. The coffee bean farm was interesting and the mocking birds were magnificent! But my favorite treat was the chocolate tasting and class at Olivia’s in Mindo. Juan navigated the mountainside landscapes expertly and the wonderful fresh air as the light rain fell on the lush landscape gave us one last sensory treat to treasure! It was a Beautiful Ecuadorian day!
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Sue_s
Feb 26, 2026
Fantastic Cloud Forest experience! - Israel was FANTASTIC as our private guide for the Mindo Cloud Forest and Coffee and Chocolate tours! He was very knowledgeable about the Ecuadorian environment, history of its many indigenous cultures and current affairs. He unbelievably located a Quetzal bird - a VERY rare bird to see in the wild. He had great relationships with the local vendors and tour operators for the coffee and chocolate tours. And recommended a very cool restaurant for an unforgettable local food lunch. Highly recommend this tour!!
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Lilian_m
Feb 25, 2026
Must do for Mindo - Isra was an engaging and excellent tour guide. We had an awesome time feeding hummingbirds and making chocolate from scratch which was unique and hands on (did I mention delicious?) He also graciously added an extra stop to our day tour at our request, very accommodating.
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Daphne_m
Feb 1, 2026
Fantastic tour in Mindo with Isra! - I had an absolutely incredible experience in Mindo thanks to Isra! From start to finish, the tour was nothing short of spectacular. He took us to all the hidden spots and little gems that I never would have discovered on my own. We fed hummingbirds, admired stunning butterflies, enjoyed peaceful walks through lush forests, explored the sparkling river, and even did a full coffee tour. Every part of the day was perfectly organized and completely immersive in nature. Hid knowledge, passion, and friendly personality made the experience unforgettable. Honestly, he is one of the best guides I have ever had, the kind who truly goes above and beyond to make the tour magical. I can’t recommend him enough!
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Troy_r
Jan 18, 2026
This was such a special... - This was such a special experience! Israel was one of the best guides we've had in our travels, and the passion and pride he holds for the itinerary he's perfected are clear in every explanation he provided and interaction we had with him. The balance of nature, culture, food, and local encounters was simply perfect on this tour, and there is something for everyone to greatly enjoy on this tour. I would strongly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a perfect day trip from Quito.
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Ashley_v
Jan 16, 2026
Hummingbird heaven! - Isra and his partner are phenomenal! They were accommodating, informative, and fun. I expressed that hummingbirds were most important and they delivered - literally creating multiple moments for them to eat out of your hands. Could not recommend them more!
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