Day Trip to Mindo – Nature, Waterfalls & Adventure in the Cloud Forest

Full-day excursion from Quito

This tour takes you to the lush cloud forest of Mindo, just a two-hour drive from Quito. Mindo is a paradise for nature lovers and adventure seekers, known for its incredible biodiversity, waterfalls, and fun outdoor activities in a vibrant green setting.


We leave Quito in the morning and head northwest through scenic Andean landscapes as we descend into the cloud forest.

One of the highlights of the day is a visit to the Mindo waterfalls. To reach them, we cross a deep valley using a tarabita (an open cable car), followed by a short hike through the forest to several beautiful waterfalls. Here, you can relax, take photos, or even go for a refreshing swim.

The rest of the day is flexible and can be customized to your interests. You may choose to join the zipline adventure, where you’ll soar over the treetops for an exhilarating bird’s-eye view of the forest. Another great option is visiting the butterfly garden, home to dozens of colorful species fluttering around in a tropical enclosure.

In the late afternoon, we return to Quito with lasting memories of a day filled with nature, adventure, and tranquility.

Price: $120
Maximum 3 persons

Included:
Driver/host

Not included:
Lunch 

NEDERLANDS

Dagexcursie vanuit Quito

Deze excursie neemt je mee naar het tropische nevelwoud van Mindo, op slechts twee uur rijden van Quito. Mindo is een waar paradijs voor natuurliefhebbers en avonturiers, bekend om zijn biodiversiteit, watervallen en spannende activiteiten in een weelderige, groene omgeving.

We vertrekken in de ochtend vanuit Quito en rijden in ongeveer twee uur naar Mindo, waarbij we onderweg genieten van mooie uitzichten over de Andes en de overgang naar het lagere nevelwoud.

Een van de hoogtepunten van de dag is het bezoek aan de watervallen van Mindo. Om deze te bereiken steken we eerst een spectaculaire vallei over met een tarabita (een open kabelbaan), waarna we een korte wandeling maken door het bos naar de verschillende watervallen. Hier kun je genieten van de rust, foto’s maken of zelfs een verfrissende duik nemen.

De dag is verder flexibel in te delen. Er is de mogelijkheid om de zipline-excursie te doen, waarbij je over het bos zweeft aan kabels tussen de heuvels – een spannende ervaring met prachtig uitzicht. Ook kun je een bezoek brengen aan de vlindertuin, waar je tientallen kleurrijke vlinders van dichtbij kunt bewonderen.

Aan het eind van de middag keren we terug naar Quito met mooie herinneringen aan een dag vol natuur, avontuur en ontspanning.

Prijs: $120
Maximaal 3 personen

Inclusief:
Chauffeur/begeleider

Niet inclusief:
Lunch 



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