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1-Day Mindo Cloud Forest Tour from Quito with Waterfall Trek

1 Day Round trip from Quito Easy pace
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The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the Middle of the World monument and stand at the equator
  • 02 Explore the Butterfly Park and admire its vibrant butterfly species
  • 03 Ride the cable car and head out on a waterfall trek in Mindo
  • 04 Immerse yourself in the serene beauty and sounds of the Mindo Cloud Forest
  • 05 Add extra adventure with optional zip-lining or ATV rental

Escape from Quito to the serene beauty of the Mindo Cloud Forest, a lush paradise renowned for its rich biodiversity. This full-day experience is ideal for nature lovers and adventure seekers, with opportunities to see butterflies, walk through misty forest trails, and enjoy the sounds of waterfalls and exotic wildlife. Along the way, you can also stop at the Middle of the World monument before continuing into one of Ecuador's most enchanting destinations. Optional adventure activities such as zip-lining and ATV rental are available for those seeking an extra thrill.

Escape from Quito to the serene beauty of the Mindo Cloud Forest, a lush paradise renowned for its rich biodiversity.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Quito, Mindo
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Mindo Cloud Forest, Butterflies and Waterfalls

  • Pick up from Quito.
  • Stop at the Middle of the World. (Entrance: USD 5 per person)
  • Visit the Butterfly Park. (Entrance: USD 7 per person)
  • Enjoy a cable car ride.
  • Do a waterfall trek.
  • Optional: zip line (from USD 10) | rent an ATV.
  • Lunch is not included.
  • Return to Quito.
Mindo Cloud Forest, Butterfly Park, Ciudad Mitad del Mundo

Where this trip takes you

Mindo Cloud Forest, Butterfly Park, Ciudad Mitad del Mundo

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Quito 2 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private tourist transportation
  • Bilingual guide/driver
  • Chocolate tasting
  • Cable car
  • Waterfall trek

What's Not Included

  • Food
  • Tips
  • Tickets: Butterfly Garden, waterfall
  • Extreme activities: canopy, ATV

What to bring

  • Cap/hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Trekking shoes
  • Sunscreen
  • Camera

Know before you go

  • On the route, you can stop to visit the Middle of the World. (Entrance: USD 5 per person)

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Quito, Ecuador
Tour start
Quito, Ecuador
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in Quito.

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