Suggested places during your Mindo tour
The Mindo tour from Quito offers a balanced mix of nature, adventure, and tranquility. Throughout the day, you can pause and enjoy each experience unhurriedly. Here are some of the most popular and recommended places not to miss:
- Mindo Valley Viewpoint: The first stop to admire sweeping views of the valley and capture panoramic photos of the cloud forest before descending into Mindo.
- Butterfly Sanctuary: A peaceful space where you can see multiple butterfly species up close and enjoy a calm, nature-filled atmosphere.
- Artisanal chocolate factory: Learn about the process behind fine Ecuadorian cacao and taste a variety of locally produced chocolates.
- Tarabita and Nambillo Waterfall: Cross the forest on the famous tarabita cable car and hike to Nambillo Waterfall, one of Mindo’s best-known attractions.
- Nature hike or town center visit: Choose between a relaxing walk on nearby nature trails or a stroll through Mindo’s charming town center, filled with cafés and artisan shops.
Our private transportation service
With SE Travel Touring, your trip to Mindo begins the moment you are picked up in Quito. You have access to an exclusive fleet of vehicles, including executive cars, SUVs, minivans, vans, and buses, each selected to ensure comfort, safety, and impeccable cleanliness throughout the journey.
The professional drivers provide dedicated attention, combining punctuality, route knowledge, and discretion, so that the transfer is as enjoyable as the destination itself. Whether it is a family outing, couple’s getaway, group trip, or corporate transfer, every detail is designed to deliver a safe, comfortable, discreet, and fully personalized journey to Mindo, meeting the expectations of even the most demanding travelers.
