Quito to Mindo Cloud Forest Escape
Dolina Mindo · Quito
Przegląd wycieczki
The scenic day trip to Mindo Cloud Forest from Quito begins with a hotel pickup in the morning, followed by an Andean highland drive. Choose between a chocolate workshop, orchid garden, or a butterfly farm upon arrival. After a typical Ecuadorian meal, take a cable car ride to explore waterfalls or hike through lush forest. The day ends with a scenic return to Quito.
Plan dzień po dniu
Morning
You will be picked up from your hotel in Quito by 8:00am. Enjoy a scenic drive along the Andean Highlands on your way to Mindo Cloud Forest. Your guide will give you fascinating insights about the biodiversity of the region and prepare you for a thrilling day in nature.
Mid-morning
You'll begin your day in Mindo by visiting the most popular attraction. You can choose between the Butterfly Farm where you can see hundreds of colorful butterflies in their natural habitat, the Chocolate Workshop where you will learn the whole chocolate making process, from cacao bean into bar, or the Orchid Gardens where you will admire Ecuador's beautiful and unique native orchids.
Lunch
You'll have a delicious lunch in Mindo at a charming restaurant. You'll enjoy the local flavors in the peaceful surroundings of the cloud forests.
Afternoon
Then, after lunch, take a scenic cable car ride through the Mindo forest. You'll see spectacular views of the surrounding area as you cross the cloud forest. After reaching the top of the mountain, you can explore the waterfalls and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. You can also take beautiful photos of the surrounding landscape and cascading waters.
Late afternoon
As the day ends, start your journey to Quito. You'll be able to reflect on your day and take some scenic photos along the way. Around 5:00 pm, you will be dropped at your Quito hotel.
