Mindo Butterfly Farm (Mariposas de Mindo)

Depart from Quito on your 9-10 hours private tour to Mindo; a lush green valley located just 2 hours away. It is here that two of the most biologically diverse ecoregions in the world meet. Due to these unique characteristics, Mindo is a true paradise for nature lovers and birdwatchers. It is home to hundreds species of birds, butterflies, hummingbirds, bromeliads and orchids. During this tour you will visit the Butterfly Farm and Chocolate Factory. You will also have some additional options to choose from for the last activity such as Mindo Canopy, a small hike in the Cloud Forest, or a visit to an Orchid Farm, chocolate factory. As this is a privated tour you can design the tour according to what you like the most, this can be a perfect combination of adventure, nature and culture  

Your private guide and vehicle will pickup you at your hotel and you will enjoy a private journey through the dry and cloud forest to get to Mindo. In the tour: – You'll visit the birds feeders to learn about their natural history. – Ride the cable-car to marvel at the cloudy landscape. – Hike in the forest to watch the flora and fauna or maybe get to see a waterfall. – You can zip-line in the forest with great views and good chances to see toucans, sloths or birds. – Taste different chocolate bars with different flavors and make your own chocolate with your hands to taste it and learn the process.

Mindo is a beautiful valley located two hours northwest of Quito, on the western slopes of the Pichincha volcano. This place offers amazing natural landscapes and many adventure activities. Once you arrive in Mindo's cloud forest you will visit a butterfly farm and hummingbird feeders. Don't forget your camera! The adventure continues with canopying, with 13 zip lines of different lengths that range from 20 to 400 m and with different characteristics for adventure seekers of all ages. If you prefer another activity, we also offer the option of riding in a tarabita (a small cable car) and hiking across the cloud forest to visit beautiful waterfalls. After all of these exciting activities, you will have a break for lunch. Before departing from Mindo you will visit another special spot for birdwatching. The price applies to groups of three or more passengers. In case the minimum number of passengers is not reached, we will contact you by email in order to reschedule the day of the tour.

Located near the city of Quito, the Mindo Valley is a privileged and ideal site for nature lovers, since here you can find more than 500 species of birds and a wide range of adventure sports.

This cloud forest tour allows you to walk through a wild orchid collection and visiting a beautiful jungle waterfall. For the ornithologists in the bunch, Mindo cloud forest is a birdwatcher's paradise! Another of its attractions of this cloud forest tour is a butterfly farm where you will watch gargantuan butterflies dry their wings after emerging from their jewel-like cocoons inches away. You can dip your fingers into a banana concoction and then be thrilled as butterflies the size of birds land in your hands for a snack. But there is more to explore. You can go "tubing" (with several large inner-tubes tied together) as our steely-nerved guides steer you through thrilling rapids. Or try canopy ziplining or perhaps visit a tiny chocolate factory where you will have a chance to follow cacao through the entire process, from its harvest to its becoming a delicious brownie or a cup of real hot cocoa. Important Note: A minimum of 2 passengers is required for this trip

In this trip we will stop at the best of what Mindo has to offer. Spend a day immersed in the beauty of Ecuador’s Mindo Cloud Forest when you embark on this full day tour from Quito. Hike into the forest with a our guide and visit a butterfly farm, or an Hummingbird Garden, do a breath taking canopy, see beautiful waterfalls, visit a chocolate factory, and more.

Enjoy a full day tour in the Cloudforest of Ecuador. Discover it´s many species of birds and relax with the sounds of it´s waterfalls near by. We start and finish the tour from Quito. Get to the cloud forest of Ecuador. Located northwest of Quito you will find Mindo, the hummingbird’s homeland. Here, you will find many activities to do such as Canopy, with 13 zip lines of different lengths up to 400 m (1312 ft) with different characteristics for tourists of all ages. Tubing down a local river with rapids. If you prefer a more relaxing activity, then a hike across the cloud forest to visit the waterfalls of Mindo is the perfect option for you. In the afternoon, you may choose between visiting the chocolate factory to learn the process of the elaboration of chocolate, or the butterflies and hummingbirds farms. (Note: All times are approximate, EXCEPT starting time.)

This is a magical excursion through the Cloud Forest just 1 hour and half away from Quito, where you will switch the streets and traffic of Quito to the sounds of the forest and its peace. This is the perfect tour if you are looking for a short break surrounded by birds, orchids and waterfalls. We invite you to explore with us this beautiful and unique site of Ecuador!!!!

Nestled in the lush Andean foothills, the enchanting town of Mindo is a paradise for nature lovers and adventure seekers. This tour offers a perfect blend of breathtaking landscapes, incredible biodiversity, and unique cultural experiences, making it an unforgettable day in the cloud forest. The adventure begins with a visit to Alambi Hummingbird Sanctuary, a serene haven for bird enthusiasts. Next, the journey takes a thrilling turn as we ride the Tarabita, a cable car that soars over the lush forest canopy. The panoramic views of the Mindo Valley are simply breathtakin. The tour continues with a visit to the Mindo Butterfly Farm, where the magic of nature unfolds in front of your eyes. To cap off the day, indulge your senses at the Mindo Chocolate Experience. This hands-on tour takes you through the entire process of chocolate-making, from the cacao bean to the final product and sample delicious varieties of chocolate along the way.

We offer a guided tour with guides specialized in nature and activities that will make your trip an unforgettable experience.

A few hours from Quito is the paradise called Mindo, which is located in the middle of one of the rainforest regions richest in biodiversity in the world with a variety of birds, butterflies, orchids, and spectacular waterfalls from the different waterfalls that It allows adrenaline lovers to find many exciting options, in a warm climate and then be able to enjoy one of the best chocolates in the world in the afternoon.

Mindo is a very quiet place located in a valley, in this tour we can see birds like the rooster of the rock, bright red, toucans, owls, hummingbirds, wild ducks, quetzales, blackbirds, carpenters among others. It also has approximately 2000 endemic plant species from Ecuador, including a wide variety of wild orchids and around of 40 different types of butterflies. Additionally, you will have the possibility to visit beautiful waterfalls where you can practice adventure sports or hiking, don't miss it!

Mindo Located at the western base of the Pichincha volcano, with a temperate climate, possessor of an exuberant fauna and flora which make this ecological region one of the most attractive places for tourism. We include three main activities in order to take advantage of the full day. Our goal is to make you live the experience and enjoy the day to the fullest. We will leave Quito early in the morning, taste a typical and traditional breakfast, and then continue with the visit of the butterflies in Mindo. The Mindo butterfly farm has a great variety of species of multicolored butterflies. Here tourists learn about the growth process of butterflies and can feed them. Our second stop will be the waterfalls, where we can enjoy the nature and beauty of the cloud forest. For our last stop, we will visit the chocolate tour. In this place, we will be able to learn about the process and preparation of this delicacy. Finally, we will have lunch before returning to Quito.

Mindo is the most important rainforest in Ecuador, it is posible to go downhill by bike to the town. There are a lot of activities to visit such us: butterflies, hummingbirds and orchids garden, Mindo – Nambillo waterfall, chocolate factory, tubing, zip lines and cable car. Also the town is very friendly, you will experience being in the nature at 100%

Mindo is a town located at northwest of Quito, 2 hours driving. The cloud forest has an incredible diversity of avian fauna, particularly hummingbirds, as well as butterflies. This area of primary forest with an immense biodiversity also has some of the highest rates of plant endemism in the world: orchids, bromeliads, heliconias, ferns, vines, mosses and lichens grow in abundance here.

SHARED TOUR Colibries viewpoint Waterfall of Love Tubing on the Mindo River or Butterfly (choose only one activity) Chocolate factory Chocolate tasting PRIVATE TOUR Bird viewpoint Tarabita over the river Mindo Nambillo Waterfall Chocolate factory Chocolate tasting

Nestled on the western side of the Ecuadorian Andes, Mindo is an idyllic mountain area where the Chocoan Lowlands and the Tropical Andes, two of the world’s most bio-diverse ecoregions, converge. Delight in a customizable private tour tailored to your preferences, recommended for adventurous souls. Explore our standard itinerary, or opt for an additional chocolate tour, river tubing (brace for cold waters!), a visit to a butterfly farm, and more! Benefit from inclusive hotel pick-up and drop-off. Immerse yourself in the captivating Cloud Forest on this Mindo Tour. Activities are at your discretion. Rebecca Adventure Travel presents exceptional day tours in the Quito region, featuring shared and private options. Explore our Ecuador highlight tours for diverse Quito-based tour alternatives.

Mindo is a town located at northwest of Quito, 2 hours driving. The cloud forest has an incredible diversity of avian fauna, particularly hummingbirds, as well as butterflies. This area of primary forest with an immense biodiversity also has some of the highest rates of plant endemism in the world: orchids, bromeliads, heliconias, ferns, vines, mosses and lichens grow in abundance here.

This tour is for wildlife lovers who admire the beauty of the Birds and butterflies. We will be able to observe several species and distinguish between them, by means of his colors, form and beaks of birds.

Immerse yourself in a natural paradise and discover the most impressive waterfalls of Mindo. Climb the famous tarabita, feel the adrenaline as you cross the forest from the heights and enjoy a unique view of the waterfall sanctuary. Renew your energy with a swim in these crystal-clear waters and feel how nature fills you with vitality. ​Visit an enchanting butterfly farm, where you will learn about the fascinating life cycle of these colorful creatures. ​To close with a flourish, taste one of the best chocolates in the country, learning about its elaboration from the bean to the bar. ​Mindo awaits you with adventure, nature, and flavor in every corner!