Experience Mindo’s hummingbirds, hike to waterfalls, and explore cloud forests. Enjoy breakfast with hummingbirds and choose between butterflies, chocolate, or ziplining.
Experience Mindo’s hummingbirds, hike to waterfalls, and explore cloud forests. Enjoy breakfast with hummingbirds and choose between butterflies, chocolate, or ziplining.
- Alambi Reserve - A sanctuary for hummingbirds.
- Mindo - The primary destination, Mindo is a charming small area nestled within the cloud forest.
- Tarabita y Santuario de Cascadas Mindo - This location allows visitors to traverse from one side of Mindo’s high area to the mountain front, where the hike to the waterfalls begins, situated…
- Alambi Reserve - A sanctuary for hummingbirds.
- Mindo - The primary destination, Mindo is a charming small area nestled within the cloud forest.
- Tarabita y Santuario de Cascadas Mindo - This location allows visitors to traverse from one side of Mindo’s high area to the mountain front, where the hike to the waterfalls begins, situated right in the heart of the cloud forest.
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Mariposas de Mindo - A sanctuary dedicated to butterflies.
Additional cost / tickets per person: $10 - Yumbos Chocolate - A brief stop is available for those interested in purchasing delicious dark chocolate brownies or bars before returning to Quito.

- Hummingbirds sanctuary tickets
- Private transportation
- Cable car to waterfalls tickets
- Hummingbirds sanctuary tickets
- Private transportation
- Cable car to waterfalls tickets
- Lunch
- Lunch
The journey begins at 7:00 am from Quito, heading towards the western part of the city. The day promises to be active, filled with physical exercise and hiking.
The first stop is a hummingbird sanctuary, offering a wonderful experience and a close-up view of numerous hummingbird species.
The second stop features an alternative traditional breakfast.
The…
The journey begins at 7:00 am from Quito, heading towards the western part of the city. The day promises to be active, filled with physical exercise and hiking.
The first stop is a hummingbird sanctuary, offering a wonderful experience and a close-up view of numerous hummingbird species.
The second stop features an alternative traditional breakfast.
The next destination is MINDO, the main city in the cloud forest. Upon arrival, the group will head directly to the Cable Car (Tarabita) to enjoy breathtaking views of the cloud forest. Once on the other side, there will be a 40-minute hike to the Mindo Nambillo waterfall, where participants can swim and refresh after the hike. It’s advisable to bring a bathing suit and towel for those interested.
Following this, there is an option to visit either a butterfly sanctuary, a chocolate factory, or go ziplining (tickets not included).
To make the most of the day, it’s highly recommended to have breakfast or bring a packed lunch to maximize time for activities.
After these adventures, the group will begin the return journey to Quito.
- Remaining time is for the Travel time
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.