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Visit the quaint town of Mindo, located in the Andes Mountain range in Ecuador. that is known for its world class bird watching. This special place is a mix of one of the two most biologically diverse regions in the world: the Amazon and the tropical Andes. Mindo is action packed with touristic activities including butterfly farms, a zipline over the Nambillo River, tubing down the rio Mindo, kayaking, chocolate making with natives on cacao tours and much more! Or, you could just take a relaxed hike through the Bellavista Cloud Forest to listen to the frog symphonies, look out for the gorgeous waterfalls, and bird watch your way through the forest. Stay at a luxurious, eco-friendly lodge or choose a tour filled with exciting events of your choice. To begin planning your personalized trip to Mindo, contact our travel experts now!

Top 4 Mindo Tours, Active Adventures, and Trips for 2025-2026

Sky bike in the rainforest

Mashpi Lodge Adventure

3 Days from $1,654
This 3 day Ecuador trip will immerse you in the deep green forest of one of the world's richest bio-diversity hotspots. Hike the nature trails, explore by the lodge's sky bike, get a different perspective from the observation tower, and observe the wildlife around Mashpi Lodge.
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Bellavista Cloudforest

3 Days from $504
Spend three days at Bellavista Lodge in Ecuador, surrounded by a vibrant Cloud Forest, which provides a deep connection with nature and the treasures of Ecuador's first Private Protected Area.
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Horseback Riding

Ecuador Adventure

9 Days from $3,291
Bike down the slopes of Pichincha Volcano, hike through dense, biodiverse cloud forest, zip-line over the forest canopy, hike, and ride horses through the high Andes near the active 19,347-foot high Cotopaxi Volcano on this exciting 9-day adventure tour of Ecuador.
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Amazon sunset

Ultimate Ecuador

13 Days from $5,246
Explore Ecuador’s cloud forest, Andes, and Amazon on this 13-day adventure. Zipline over Mindo, ride horseback near Cotopaxi, and hike volcanic trails. Paddle deep into Yasuni National Park, encountering wildlife and the Waorani community. Stay at an eco-glamping site in the rainforest, immersing yourself in the rainforest’s beauty.
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Ecuador is a land of contrasts. From the Galapagos Islands to the Andes Mountains, its terrain is vastly diverse. From urban cities like Quito to villages in the depths of the Amazon, the culture varies dramatically. These different characteristics, among others, can only be fully experience on an Ecuador trip!
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