Mindo, Ecuador Tours & Activities in 2026

Mindo , Ecuador

From $ 12.00

El Quetzal de Mindo is the beginning of the Ruta de Cacao (Chocolate Route) in Ecuador. See the entire process of making chocolate at an artisan small batch scale. We begin at the cocoa tree, taste fresh fruit and see the entire process to the finished chocolate. We will end with a tasting of a variety of chocolate, our chocolate barbecue sauce and chocolate tea and of course our world famous brownie.  Tours operates seven days per week from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. Every hour on the hour we will begin a new tour.

Mindo , Ecuador

From $ 180.00

Marcelo's experience, character, knowledge and passion for birding makes this a fantastic opportunity to see a variety of species in their natural enviroment without having to arrange anything yourselves.

Mindo , Ecuador

From $ 180.00

The guide is well known for his ability to spot and identify a wide range of the local birdlife. He uses audio calls to summon them closer and identify them. Powerful scopes and quality binoculars are provided and the guide will help you make use of them to capture impressive and memorable photos of the experience.

Mindo , Ecuador

From $ 20.52

Mindo Ziplines Tour offers you an incredible experience to observe the cloud forest and the treetops from the air, suitable for the whole family. 3600 meters in 10 different cables, with all the necessary safety equipment; cable with double line, petzel equipment, track pulleys, helmets, gloves, carabiners and 100% trained guides. The flight is combined by the cables with small walks between the points of arrival and departure. During which we can observe the diversity of existing flora and fauna, they can also perform pirouettes at no extra cost such as “bat”, “Mariposa” or “superman”. Adrenaline is guaranteed.

Mindo , Ecuador

From $ 25.00

In this tour we will start early in the morning at 6 :00 am in Cloud Forest Nambillo 1450 meters above the sea, then we are going to get into a private area by car 3 km from the park,finally we ́ll be able to watch the impressive colorful birds in its habitat, so, their colors in the morning are brightness to be captive for hours, we come back to downtown by car and watching the birds around a beautiful mindo ́s landscape, at the end we can check our list of birds seen in the area. do not wait more and book now!!! In this tour you can potentially watch: Yellow Throated Toucan. Choco Toucan. Collared aracarios. Golden Tanager. Blue Necked tanager. Blue Gray tanager. Crested Guan. Roadside hawk. Green honeycreeper Orange crowned euphonia. And much more. Disclaimer : Birds are free in the wild, we do not control them, there would be days in which you can see a lot birds like not.

Mindo , Ecuador

From $ 18.00

Experience a deep sensory connection with the history and spirit of cacao. This immersive tour takes you through the ancestral, artisanal process of cacao: you’ll discover the dried cacao bean, roast it over a traditional clay pan, peel it by hand, and grind it using a stone or mortar—just like in ancient times. The experience culminates in the preparation and tasting of an energizing cacao drink made with honey and spices, all accompanied by live drumming. This journey honors the spirituality, history, and vital force of cacao as "the drink of the gods," awakening body and mind. Includes: Introduction to dried cacao and its ancestral uses Roasting and hand-peeling of cacao beans Traditional grinding with stone or mortar Preparation and tasting of ancestral cacao drink Live music with local drummers

Mindo , Ecuador

From $ 15.00

Live the best experience in Mindo, our tour is safe to do and with a naturalist guide, you will dive deep into the Chocoandino forest to discover what awaits us, the trails are clean and adapted for any type of tourist, and the thrill of seeing these impressive living beings, will surprise you. Animals we'll see. Amblipigidae. Tarantula. Screams. Cutin frogs. Glass frog. Possibly snakes. Possibly owls Anolis. Spiders. Possibly sleeping birds.

Mindo , Ecuador

From $ 10.00

Come and enjoy the best of Mindo that are hummingbirds, Ecuador has 130 species and in Mindo you can appreciate about 15 species of hummingbirds that gladly will be in your hands drinking fresh water and posing for photos, it is undoubtedly beautiful to see their colors change when this changes position, since they are dysmorphic birds, without thinking twice you should do this activity and live the best experience in mindo, you will also live the experiences of the chocolate world and at night a night experience on our walk to an unknown world. Up to 20% discount for groups or cash payment.

Mindo , Ecuador

From $ 225.00

With 1690 registered bird species of which 124 are hummingbirds Ecuador is a paradise for nature lovers, exotic birds, and birdwatching. Discover rock birds, antpittas, toucans, woodpeckers, lek and many other species in your own cloud forest near Mindo in the Andes. So prepare your list of birds, your binoculars and your camera that you will have an unforgettable experience.

Mindo , Ecuador

From $ 45.00

Discover Mindo, Ecuador’s world-famous birdwatching paradise, on this guided day tour. Located in the heart of the Andean Chocó Cloud Forest, Mindo is recognized as one of the most biodiverse birding hotspots on the planet. Perfect for birdwatchers, photographers, and nature lovers, this tour takes you through pristine subtropical forests where hundreds of species thrive. Spot hummingbirds, tanagers, toucans, trogons, quetzals, cuckoos, flycatchers, woodcreepers, hawks, eagles, woodpeckers and falcons—all in their natural habitat. Mindo’s well-preserved forest and sustainable conservation practices make it one of Ecuador’s top destinations for wildlife observation. Enjoy a guided walk through lush trails, visit top birding feeders, and learn about the unique ecosystem that makes the Andean Chocó one of the world’s top biodiversity hotspots. Ideal for travelers looking for an immersive birdwatching experience.

Mindo , Ecuador

From $ 50.00

On our tour we guarantee you the observation of this magnificent bird, as we know that it is important to complement your experience, we are one of the best in detailing and describing the cloud forest and the importance for the habitation of this type of birds of the Andes, you will also have a small Hummingbirds tour and walk paths that leads to different types of birds that hopefully and a beautiful day we will see, such as toucans, quetzals, tangaras or others. Discount up to 20% for groups or cash payment.