🌿🦋 Mindo Cloud Forest Escape – Chocolate, Waterfalls and Wings

Private Tour – 1 to 4 People | 7-8 Hours | Hotel Pickup & Drop-off

🌧️ Descend into Ecuador’s lush cloud forest and discover a world of hummingbirds, waterfalls, butterflies, ziplining, and artisanal chocolate.

🔍 Tour Highlights

🛣️ Scenic Drive from Quito to Mindo – Andes to Forest

Leave the city behind and descend through dramatic changes in elevation and ecosystem. From dry highlands to lush valleys, this drive is a beautiful prelude to your forest escape. Your guide will stop for photo ops and share insights along the way.

🐦 Breakfast & Hummingbirds – Guaycapi Lodge (Entry not included)

Start your morning with a simple local breakfast (fruit, coffee, toast) while observing dozens of colorful hummingbirds feeding around you. A peaceful and intimate way to begin the day. (~$5 per person, 45 min)

🚠 Cable Car Ride & Nambillo Waterfall Hike (Entry not included)

Cross a canyon in an open-air tarabita (cable car) and begin a short trail to the scenic Nambillo Waterfall. You can swim or simply enjoy the sounds of the forest and cool mist. (~$5 per person combo, 1.5 h)

🌲 Zipline Canopy Adventure (Optional) (Not included)

Glide through the forest canopy on a circuit of 10 ziplines. Certified guides and safety gear provided. A thrilling yet safe experience for all ages. (~$20 per person, 1 h)

🦋 Butterfly Garden – Mariposario (Entry not included)

Step inside a dome with more than 1,000 butterflies. Learn about metamorphosis and interact with these delicate creatures in one of Ecuador’s most photographed spots. (~$10 per person, 45 min)

🍽️ Lunch in the Town of Mindo (Not included)

Enjoy a typical Ecuadorian lunch in a family-run restaurant. Choose trout, chicken, or vegetarian dishes with fresh juice. (~$10 per person, 1 h)

🍫 Yumbos Chocolate Tour – Bean to Bar (Entry not included)

Discover the artisanal chocolate-making process from cacao bean to final bar. Includes hands-on tasting of roasted nibs, melted chocolate, and unique flavor infusions. (~$10 per person, 1 h)

🚌 Return to Quito

After a full day of nature, flavor, and fresh air, drive back to the capital with unforgettable memories. Estimated arrival: 5:30–6:00 p.m.

✅ What’s Included

✔️ Private tourist transportation

✔️ Bilingual local guide (English/Spanish)

✔️ Chocolate tasting at Yumbos

✔️ Tour coordination at all stops

✔️ 1 bottled drink (still water, sparkling water, or soda)

❌ Not Included

❌ Entry to breakfast stop, cable car, zipline, butterfly garden, chocolate tour

❌ Lunch

❌ Personal expenses and tips

ℹ️ Additional Information

🕒 Duration: 8–9 hours

🧍‍♂️ Group: 1 to 4 people (private)

🗣️ Language: English / Spanish

📍 Elevation: ~1,200–1,400 meters

🚶‍♂️ Easy to moderate hiking involved

🎒 Traveler Recommendations

👜 What to Bring

• Passport or ID
• Insect repellent and sunscreen
• Small cash for entrances and snacks
• Swimsuit and towel (if swimming)

👟 Clothing & Footwear

• Light breathable clothing
• Rain jacket or poncho
• Shoes with grip (for trails and ziplining)

💪 Physical Activity

• Light hiking; optional ziplining
• Waterfall trail may be slippery
• Suitable for most fitness levels

📸 Photography Tips

• Cloudy forest light is ideal for portraits
• Protect your phone/camera from rain or mist
• Great opportunities for macro (butterflies, chocolate, flowers)

📞 Book your private Mindo adventure today and immerse yourself in Ecuador’s natural wonders!