Mindo Cloud Forest: Private Birdwatching Tour

Immerse yourself in the magic of Mindo’s Cloud Forest with a private bird-watching tour. Discover natural wonders and unlock Ecuador’s awe-inspiring beauty. Book now!

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve - Mindo is a charming town celebrated for its ecotourism and diverse bird species. The variety of species here is comparable to that of North America and Europe combined, making it a paradise for ornithologists worldwide. It is situated within the Mindo-Nambillo protected Forest, offering a warm climate that is…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Customized Routes
  • On-board WiFi
  • National Guide of Ecuador
  • Birdwatching equipment
  • Certified guides
  • Binoculars
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Snacks
  • Gratuities
  • Tickets and tips
Additional Information

Don’t miss out on the chance to immerse yourself in the magic of Mindo’s Cloud Forest. Book your private birdwatching tour now to secure a memorable and personalized experience. Our availability is limited, so act fast to reserve your spot and unlock the natural wonders of this incredible destination.
**Get ready to embark on a journey of…

Location
McDonald's La Prensa
Avenida de la Prensa
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Marisa_t
May 29, 2025
Incredibly knowledgeable... - Incredibly knowledgeable guide. Informative and super helpful. Speaks great English. Great driver. Hummingbirds were incredible. Coffee tour was amazing.
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Helen_s
May 20, 2025
Amazing! - Absolutely amazing trip. Worth every penny. Our guide Israel was so knowledgeable and we learned a lot. He went above and beyond to make sure our trip was enjoyable. The hummingbirds were incredible “Eating right from our hands”We were also taken to a restaurant for lunch and snit very much. Israel catered the trip to our interests. I would highly recommend this excursion.
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Stevenfv3590uc
Feb 17, 2025
Personalized Tour with Passionate Guide - I had an amazing time exploring Mindo with Isra as my guide. From the start, he really took the time to get to know what I was interested in, so the whole experience felt completely personalized—no rehearsed speeches or generic facts, just genuine conversation and deep knowledge. Isra has a way of pulling together ecology, history, and politics in conversation that made me appreciate Ecuador more deeply. He answered all my (many) questions with sincerity and care, and it was clear he truly loves this place and sharing it with others. The birds were incredible—seeing quetzales, toucans, and hummingbirds up close was already special, and getting to hold tiny, fluttering hummingbirds in my hands was absolutely magical. To top it off, Isra had great recommendations for food at the end of the tour, which was the perfect way to wrap up the day of birdwatching and driving through the clouds. If you’re looking for a guide who’s knowledgeable, engaging, and just a really cool person to spend the day with, I can’t recommend Isra enough.
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H5478gylindaa
Feb 6, 2025
The best experience - If you love to feel in connection with nature, this tour is definitely for you. We started the day with a delicious breakfast, then we went to see hummingbirds and other birds, where I managed to observe different species while Isra explained the incredible biodiversity of Ecuador. After that, we explored breathtaking waterfalls, crossing rivers on a tarabita, which added a touch of adventure to the experience. Later, we enjoyed a delicious lunch with typical local food, and finally, we wrapped up the day with a chocolate and coffee tour. It was a fun and enriching day, but what I loved the most was being surrounded by nature and having the chance to hold these majestic hummingbirds in my hand. I recommend it 100%!
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Alex_b
Nov 17, 2023
Magical hummingbirds - This tour was great - you'll see so many hummingbirds and rare birds which Isra helps spot. Isra clearly wanted us to have a fantastic experience and went out of his way to talk about Ecuador's culture, politics etc as a nice value add during the drive. Isra did well to give us time to enjoy the birds and landscapes as a couple, though never far away to help us and point things out. From your pick up location you'll drive about 2hrs to the Mindo area where you'll visit bird spitting locations. It's a nice way to see a different part if Ecuador as well as magnificent birds.
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Susan_s
Nov 10, 2023
Mindo Cloud forest bird watching - We had a fabulous day with Israel, he picked us up early to get to the Cloud Forest and we stopped for coffee and snacks at great little gas station. We arrived at our first stop and I really just could have stayed there the whole time watch all the humming birds! We had 2 more stops then had lunch at a little restaurant which was lovely. We were unable to see a toucan as there were eagle flying around so we drove further up the road no luck. Oh well, I was really super excited to see my photos after and I’m so happy I did this tour. He also played 2 videos when we were driving up there that were really great and full of info! Well done Israel!
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Vivian_o
Oct 27, 2023
Would recommend this guide anytime. - Israel, the guide, was extremely helpful and went out of his way to find a bird I really wanted to see. He knew his way around well and drove responsibly.
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David_l
May 10, 2025
Great tour. Would recommend. - Great experience. You are in the car for quite a while as you are going quite a distance. However Isra was a great guide and the hummingbirds are just amazing. Little disappointed with the orchids but I think that was down to the time of year. Overall a great experience and gets you out of the city and see a bit more of the countryside.
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Rachel_t
Apr 28, 2025
Wonderful day! - Isra tailored the day to my interests, which were focused on the natural world. We started with the hummingbirds, which was one of the most extraordinary experiences of my travels. Then we went to an orchid garden and a butterfly preserve. These were OK but my real interest was in birdwatching, so then Isra took me to a couple of locations to see what we could see. As we were about to drive home, he heard the call of a toucan and we jumped out of the car and watched until we saw three! Along the drive we talked about his perspectives on Ecuador’s politics and history. It was a good opportunity to ask questions and connect. He’s a lovely person to spend the day with.
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From $90
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).