Ecuador · Waterfall Tours

1-Day Mindo Cloud Forest and Waterfalls Tour from Quito

1 Day Round trip from Quito Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Discover Mindo, a biodiversity hotspot at the southern edge of the Choco/Andean region
02 Ride a 530-metre cable car across the mountain with exquisite Cloud Forest views
03 Hike to the beautiful waterfalls of Ondinas, Guarumos, Colibríes, Madre, and Los Maderos
04 See hummingbirds, orchids, air plants, and other exotic species in the Cloud Forest

Lay eyes over the gorgeous landscape replete with exotic birdlife and magnificent waterfalls near Quito, the capital of Ecuador. Travel to Mindo and the Cloud Forest, one of the most biodiverse regions on the planet and a recognised hotspot for birdwatching, orchids, hummingbirds, and much more. Ride a cable car to the other side of the mountain, hike to beautiful waterfalls, and discover the exuberant vegetation of this enchanting green kingdom.

Hop on a cable car that travels along a 530-metre line to the other side of the mountain.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Quito, Mindo

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Quito, Mindo, and Cloud Forest Waterfalls

Be escorted from your hotel by the guide and set out to discover the region's fascinating wildlife.
See hummingbirds, air plants, orchids, and other surprising exotic species.
On the way downhill along the curvy road, stop at different viewpoints to enjoy the landscape.
Continue to Mindo village, located at the southern edge of the Choco/Andean region. It is a biodiversity hotspot that stretches from southwestern Colombia to northwestern Ecuador. In this enchanting green kingdom, a profusion of life awaits your discovery.
Hop on a cable car that travels along a 530-metre line to the other side of the mountain.
Hike for about 3 hours to visit the beautiful waterfalls known as

The route