Without her we wouldn’t have spotted half the birds that we did.Good to know, thanks Dave! So here’s some advice to know before you go.We’d suggest nature lovers to spend as long as you can realistically budget into an Ecuador itinerary.For those on a quick trip, it is possible to visit many of these attractions within two days in Mindo.Yet having three days in Mindo, or even longer, will greatly allow for more adventure. What beautiful shots you got of these incredible birdsWe went to Mindo last year. And it will give more time for relaxation in the cloud forest.If you research activity costs on the web, particularly for birding tours, it’s possible you’ll find prices much higher than we’ve listed within this There are several friendly agencies in town with great deals on birding tours and other Mindo activities. It’s also Quito’s So how do you get down this road from Quito to Mindo? It can be unnerving to cross this makeshift bridge above the rushing river, as there is no safety harness at this point. It gets cool in the evenings and warms up pretty nicely during the day. There are multiple shops in Mindo that can set up a tour for you and they cost about $50 for 3-4 hours of guided birdwatching, leaving at 5:30 in the morning. Rodney, the owner of the Hostal Jardín El Descanso , has transformed his garden into a spectacular green oasis that the local birds seem to love. Finally, if you’ve already visited and have your own favorite things to do in Mindo Ecuador, you’ll have to share too.Have a great trip to Mindo and happy travels through Ecuador!If You Go: Visit El Quetzal Mindo Chocolate FactoryThe Ultimate Travel Packing Checklist and Packing Tips We used a guide named Julia. That said, there is always some level of risk involved, which is best judged for yourself. There is also an abundance of friendly street dogs.Many of the usual Ecuadorian staples can be found in Mindo, in addition to tourist comforts like pizza and burgers. They wise up and spend the rest of the day hiding shortly after that. Better yet, continue on towards to a series of five waterfalls, each within a 5-10 minute walk of each other. For clothing, In addition to the usual clothing, camera, and toiletriThere is no shortage of places to stay in Mindo, ranging from cheap hostels to luxury lodges. The area where the ziplines are set up is particularly known for toucans too. It can be pleasant place to walk around, organize tours, and/or sniff out your next meal.There’s also a small church, a central plaza, and a colorful “Mindo” sign to take photos at. But there’s certainly no shortage of unique drinks to try while visiting Mindo. But it’s a great experience whatever the weather, a must-do in Mindo for any chocolate lovers, and a perfect thing to do in Mindo with kids.The ziplining through Mindo’s dense tree canopy is arguably the A Mindo canopy tour will have adventure-seekers flying right alongside the many birds that Mindo is known for. This detailed travel guide now reveals what we found to be the best highlights among all of the many things to do in Mindo, Ecuador.Mindo, Ecuador, is one of the premier birding destinations in the world!
They’ll happily call a taxi for you.This is the cloud forest. It’s during these higher water levels that tubers get whisked down the river in less than a half-hour.During drier periods, around July-September, the Mindo tubing can be calmer and more prone to getting stuck on rocks, prolonging the trip to 45-minutes or so.This video below gives a glimpse as to what tubing on the Mindo River is like when it’s flowing nicely during the more rainy time of year.Most visitors go tubing on the Mindo River, which has a drop-off point just a few minutes’ drive from town. It’s possible to pursue a 2-hour trail ride from stables located just 3-kilometers from Mindo. Flashlights are used to spot frogs, some big tarantulas, and a few other creepy crawly insects. And this Mindo butterfly farm contains many of them!There are a few dozen butterfly species that can be found throughout the Dishes of bananas are left about the butterfly farm, which the butterflies love.
It’s a tranquil town that’s far more focused on nature adventures.
We personally felt safe. The birds buzzing around, the rivers, the waterfalls, and even the occasional rainstorms all induce relaxation.Don’t pack a Mindo itinerary too tightly with lots of activities. It’s adjacent to the outdoor garden that attracts both wild butterflies and hummingbirds.The butterflies here are said to be most active in the mid-morning and when it’s sunny. It rains often. They went above and beyond to use our phone to take pictures and video of this awesome experience too. There are no toilets on board though. Yet we’ve also visited Another extreme adventure in Mindo is the canyoning tour that takes place in a reserve known for its toucan residents. Whenever you stay there, the associated activities and attractions tend to be included. We found the adventure activities in Mindo to be using good safety procedures. So it can be a smart move to bring some cash with you to Mindo, just in case.The small town of Mindo is easily walkable. Thank you. While there are several areas where you can go hiking in Mindo, we decided to check out Yellow House Trails & Lodge (also known as Casa Amarilla) which boasts 5 different birding trails.We paid our $6 each to the lady who owns the land (and speaks very little English) and set out to explore the hills of Mindo. And there are currently From our experience, only one of those ATMs accepts international bank cards. But the Oh, and when in Mindo, don’t forget to try the local When planning a trip to Mindo, Ecuador, there are actually quite a few travel tips that should prove helpful. If you’re coming straight there from Quito, you could ask to be let out at the “Y” and then hail a cab (which may be a pick up truck rather than yellow cab) to the lodge.It costs about $65US per night and that includes breakfast and use of the blinds.
They’ll happily call a taxi for you.This is the cloud forest. It’s during these higher water levels that tubers get whisked down the river in less than a half-hour.During drier periods, around July-September, the Mindo tubing can be calmer and more prone to getting stuck on rocks, prolonging the trip to 45-minutes or so.This video below gives a glimpse as to what tubing on the Mindo River is like when it’s flowing nicely during the more rainy time of year.Most visitors go tubing on the Mindo River, which has a drop-off point just a few minutes’ drive from town. It’s possible to pursue a 2-hour trail ride from stables located just 3-kilometers from Mindo. Flashlights are used to spot frogs, some big tarantulas, and a few other creepy crawly insects. And this Mindo butterfly farm contains many of them!There are a few dozen butterfly species that can be found throughout the Dishes of bananas are left about the butterfly farm, which the butterflies love.
It’s a tranquil town that’s far more focused on nature adventures.
We personally felt safe. The birds buzzing around, the rivers, the waterfalls, and even the occasional rainstorms all induce relaxation.Don’t pack a Mindo itinerary too tightly with lots of activities. It’s adjacent to the outdoor garden that attracts both wild butterflies and hummingbirds.The butterflies here are said to be most active in the mid-morning and when it’s sunny. It rains often. They went above and beyond to use our phone to take pictures and video of this awesome experience too. There are no toilets on board though. Yet we’ve also visited Another extreme adventure in Mindo is the canyoning tour that takes place in a reserve known for its toucan residents. Whenever you stay there, the associated activities and attractions tend to be included. We found the adventure activities in Mindo to be using good safety procedures. So it can be a smart move to bring some cash with you to Mindo, just in case.The small town of Mindo is easily walkable. Thank you. While there are several areas where you can go hiking in Mindo, we decided to check out Yellow House Trails & Lodge (also known as Casa Amarilla) which boasts 5 different birding trails.We paid our $6 each to the lady who owns the land (and speaks very little English) and set out to explore the hills of Mindo. And there are currently From our experience, only one of those ATMs accepts international bank cards. But the Oh, and when in Mindo, don’t forget to try the local When planning a trip to Mindo, Ecuador, there are actually quite a few travel tips that should prove helpful. If you’re coming straight there from Quito, you could ask to be let out at the “Y” and then hail a cab (which may be a pick up truck rather than yellow cab) to the lodge.It costs about $65US per night and that includes breakfast and use of the blinds.