8-Hour Private Mindo Cloud Forest Tour with Chocolate Tasting

8 Hours Round trip from Quito Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Private day trip to the lush Mindo Cloud Forest from Quito
02 Visit a butterfly sanctuary surrounded by vibrant tropical scenery
03 Observe hummingbirds and other native birds at an ornithological center
04 Enjoy a local lunch in Mindo
05 Chocolate tour with tastings and insight into the cacao-making process

Escape Quito on a private day trip to the lush Mindo Cloud Forest, a paradise for nature lovers and birdwatchers. Explore the area's beloved attractions at a relaxed pace amid misty mountains and vibrant tropical scenery. Visit a butterfly sanctuary and an ornithological center to observe dazzling hummingbirds and other native species, enjoy a local lunch, and finish with a chocolate experience featuring tastings and insights into cacao's journey from fruit to finished treats.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Quito, Mindo

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Mindo Cloud Forest Wildlife and Chocolate Experience

Visit a butterfly sanctuary and an ornithological center, where you can observe a variety of hummingbird species and other birds. Enjoy a local lunch, followed by a chocolate tour where, in addition to tasting a variety of products, you will learn about the manufacturing process and the uses of the cacao fruit.

The route