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Explore the Mindo Cloud Forest: Private Tour from La Colmena, Quito
Your private guide and vehicle will pick you up from your hotel in La Colmena, Quito, and you'll enjoy a private journey through the dry and cloud forest to reach Mindo, where the day combines nature, wildlife and hands-on experiences: visit hummingbird feeders to learn their natural history, walk through the cloud forest to a waterfall and bathe in crystal-clear mountain water, soar on a zip-line with panoramic forest views and strong chances to spot toucans, sloths or other birds, and finish by tasting an array of flavored chocolate bars or making your own chocolate by hand to learn and taste the whole process.
About this activity in La Colmena
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Visit hummingbird feeders to learn about their natural history and watch vibrant species up close in the cloud forest near Quito.
- Hike through the cloud forest to a mountain waterfall and cool off with a swim in crystal-clear water.
- Soar on a zip-line over the canopy for panoramic views and strong chances to spot toucans, sloths and other wildlife.
- Taste a variety of artisanal chocolate bars or join a hands-on chocolate-making session to discover local cacao flavors and techniques.
Important Information
- This is a private full-day journey from La Colmena, Quito into the dry and cloud forest - bring swimwear, a towel, waterproof footwear and insect repellent.
- Optional activities have extra costs: zip-lining typically $10–20, the chocolate-making tour is around $12, and the hummingbird sanctuary has an entrance fee of about $5; bring cash.
- The route includes uneven rainforest trails and stairs but is suitable for all fitness levels; infants and small children can use a pram or stroller where paths allow.
- Carry a camera or binoculars for wildlife viewing, a light rain jacket for changing mountain weather, and any personal snacks or dietary needs since lunch is not included.
Meeting Point
Your private guide and vehicle will collect you from your hotel in La Colmena, Quito - please be in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.
Includes
- Private transportation provided for your convenience in La Colmena, Quito - ideal if you prefer door-to-door travel around the area.
- Local tour guide included to help you discover highlights in and around the neighborhood with expert, traveler-focused assistance.
- Air-conditioned vehicle supplied for comfortable transfers and sightseeing in Quito’s urban and nearby areas.
Excludes
- Zip lining is not included; expect a separate fee of $10–$20 if you choose that adventure option.
- Chocolate making tour costs $12 and is excluded from the booking price.
- Lunch is not included in the package, so plan for meals during your time here.
- Hummingbirds sanctuary fee of $5 is not covered and must be paid separately if you visit.
Other
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, making this a family-friendly option while you explore the area.
- Public transportation options are available nearby, giving you flexible ways to get around Quito and the surrounding neighborhoods.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels, so you can enjoy activities here whether you prefer a relaxed pace or light exploration.
Customer Reviews
10/10
Based on 10 Reviews
Summary:
The guide was very good at giving us info about Ecuador as a whole over a huge variety of topics.
The stops never felt rushed and we all felt like we got a good sampling of what Mindo had to offer.
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Summary:
A trip to Mundo is a must and you will be so happy that you went with Christian!
He is fun and engaging, professional and so knowledgeable. It is clear that he loves what he does and he does it better than anyone. The ride was comfortable, the many landscapes we crossed were fascinating and Christian made the trip feel like time with a dear friend.
Mundo is a delightful town in the cloud forest. The hike, the lunch and the chocolate experience were all memorable, but the defining moment was saved for last.
Feeding hummingbirds from the palm of your hand is mind blowing! At one point, there were FIVE sitting in my wife's hand waiting their turn to drink out of the cap of nectar in her palm!
Do not pass up this amazing adventure!!
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Summary:
Wonderful experience and great trip! If you’re looking for a bird expert, ask for Christian! He knows his birds and really went out of his way to make our day a special one. He even shared the bird check list we created together.
We also enjoyed a nice time making and drinking our own coffee, along with a scrumptious lunch.
I highly recommend this trip if you’re looking to see a great number of hummingbirds and local birds in Mindo.
Christian is also an excellent driver that puts your safety first !
Thank you for these amazing memories of a lifetime !
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On this private guided journey from La Colmena, Quito, you’ll visit hummingbird feeders to learn about their natural history and have strong chances to see a variety of birds, toucans and potentially sloths while walking and zip-lining through the cloud forest. Your guide and vehicle focus the tour on Nature & Wildlife and birdwatching highlights in Mindo.
The tour offers the option to zip-line through the forest for panoramic views and wildlife spotting and to taste or make chocolate to learn the process. Note that zip-lining and the chocolate-making tour are listed as optional extras with separate fees.
Yes - the experience is family-friendly and suitable for all physical fitness levels. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and activities like hummingbird viewing, the waterfall visit and chocolate tasting are well suited to Family & Kids bookings.
Yes - the itinerary includes a walk through the cloud forest to a waterfall where you can bathe in crystal clear mountain water. The walk is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and your private guide will lead the route.
Your booking includes private transportation, a tour guide and an air-conditioned vehicle that will pick you up at your hotel in La Colmena, Quito for the private journey through the dry and cloud forest to Mindo.
In addition to the tour price, budget for optional on-site fees such as the hummingbirds sanctuary fee and separate charges for zip-lining and chocolate-making. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
