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Mindo Cloud Forest Private Day Tour

567 Reviews 4.87 out of 5 stars Based on 567 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and TripAdvisor |
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Mindo Cloud Forest.
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Exotic creatures.
Cable Car Ride.
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On average, this is booked 26 (0) days in advance.
8 to 9 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Spanish
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Overview

Mindo one of the most beautiful places close to Quito awaits for you!! Enjoy a very charming and unknown subtropical rainforest from the comfort of a customizable and flexible private day tour. Photograph hundreds of hummingbirds just landing on your hands, toucans and many other exotic creatures from a very close distance!! Enjoy a spectacular view of the "cloud forest" from a cable car, and do a hike through a charming waterfall sanctuary...!!

What's Included

  • Cable Car Ride
  • Private transportation
  • Hummingbirds' Farm
  • Lunch
  • Chocolate Tasting Tour
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Meeting and Pickup

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You will be picked up from your own hotel or address within Quito's district or Airport area, at 8:00 a.m.

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Quito

Mindo – Nambillo is an ecological reserve, with approximately 22.000 hectares of primary forest. Inside this preserved area we can find a natural complex of 15 waterfalls, each one of them with a different height and beauty! Your guide will pick you up at 8:00 a.m. from your hotel in Quito, in order to visit this fascinating place full of wildlife!
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Alambi Reserve

Once at 1.900 meters above sea level (6,233 ft), hummingbirds, air plants, orchids and other surprising exotic species will take our full attention! After going all the way through the curvy road, we will stop at a Hummingbirds' farm to enjoy breath-taking experiences with this little creatures and the amazing scenery.
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50 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve

After being taking lots of pictures and slow-mo videos, you will drive down to Mindo village, which is located at the southern edge of the Choco/Andean hotspots of biodiversity that stretches from south-western Colombia to north-western Ecuador. The Mindo area has international importance for birds, designated as the first area in South America by Birdlife International in 1997. On this enchanting green kingdom a profusion of life awaits your discovery! This is why you will take a cable car ride that goes through a 530 meters-long-cable, to enjoy the landscapes at the other side of the mountains!
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve

After the unforgettable cable car ride, it will be possible to hike around 1 hour, depending on your physical conditions, to visit the most beautiful waterfall known as “Nambillo”, where you could have a refreshing soak! Your private guided tour will acquaint you with the exuberant vegetation of the cloud forest, its birdlife and the fascinating adaptations to life in this special environment.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Mindo

You will have time for lunch, if you consider necessary. Then you will have the option to have an unforgettable and educational dessert on a chocolate-tasting-tour!
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Quito

If there is some time left it will be possible to do a visit to an orchid and butterfly farm. Approximately at 5:30 p.m. you'll be back in your hotel of Quito. End of this fantastic experience on a day packed of wonderful discoveries!
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mindo Cloud Forest Private Day Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (-05). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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567 reviews

Average 4.87 out of 5 stars based on 567 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mindo Cloud Forest Private Day Tour?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (-05).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Cable Car Ride.
  • Private transportation.
  • Hummingbirds' Farm.
  • Certified English speaking guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • Chocolate Tasting Tour.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 4. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Mindo Cloud Forest Private Day Tour is as follows:

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Mindo Cloud Forest Private Day Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

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  • Cable Car Ride
  • Private transportation
  • Hummingbirds' Farm
  • Certified English speaking guide
  • Lunch
  • Chocolate Tasting Tour

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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