
Full Day Tour to Mindo with Friends! (English)
Traveler rating
4.4/5
Based on 13 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Full Day Tour to Mindo with Friends! (English) worth booking?
Full Day Tour to Mindo with Friends! (English) is a 8.5-hour experience in Quito, Ecuador, from $90 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 13 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (13)
- Duration
- 8.5 hours
- From
- $90 per person
Mindo is a beautiful valley located two hours northwest of Quito, on the western slopes of the Pichincha volcano. This place offers amazing natural landscapes and many adventure activities. Once you arrive in Mindo's clo
What you get
- Private transportation
- Bilingual Guide
About this experience
Mindo is a beautiful valley located two hours northwest of Quito, on the western slopes of the Pichincha volcano. This place offers amazing natural landscapes and many adventure activities. Once you arrive in Mindo's cloud forest you will visit a butterfly farm and hummingbird feeders. Don't forget your camera! The adventure continues with canopying, with 13 zip lines of different lengths that range from 20 to 400 m and with different characteristics for adventure seekers of all ages. If you prefer another activity, we also offer the option of riding in a tarabita (a small cable car) and hiking across the cloud forest to visit beautiful waterfalls. After all of these exciting activities, you will have a break for lunch. Before departing from Mindo you will visit another special spot for birdwatching. The price applies to groups of three or more passengers. In case the minimum number of passengers is not reached, we will contact you by email in order to reschedule the day of the tour.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Bilingual Guide
Not included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Tips
- Tickets to Activities
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Quito Old Town
Pick up at 07:00 am.
120 minutes here
Mariposas de Mindo
A visit to a butterfly farm and hummingbird feeders. It's a place for pictures!
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve
A trip in a tarabita and followed by a hike to the waterfalls.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve
Canopy over the rainforest.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve
Lunch.
60 minutes here
Mindo Nambillo Cloud Forest Reserve
Optional visit to the chocolate factory.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Quito Old Town
Arrival to Quito at around 17:00 pm.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Quito
References: 1.- Next to the Santa Catalina de Siena Monastery. 2.- Close to the Sucre School. 3.- Next to the Manuela Saenz Museum.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
References: 1.- Next to the Santa Catalina de Siena Monastery. 2.- Close to the Sucre School. 3.- Next to the Manuela Saenz Museum.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Friends Expeditions
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Transportation arrangements can be discussed for groups of more than four people. The tour has a small extra cost to pick up from your own accommodation
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $90 to $190
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Friends Expeditions, who run 3 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 65.3.
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Full Day Tour to Mindo with Friends! (English): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Quito.
How much does Full Day Tour to Mindo with Friends! (English) cost?
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Prices start at $90 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Quito usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full Day Tour to Mindo with Friends! (English) take?
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Plan for about 8.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Quito is not rushed.
Is Full Day Tour to Mindo with Friends! (English) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 13 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Quito, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full Day Tour to Mindo with Friends! (English)?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Full Day Tour to Mindo with Friends! (English) suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full Day Tour to Mindo with Friends! (English)?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Quito can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Quito and add a light layer if any part of the 8.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full Day Tour to Mindo with Friends! (English) start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Quito within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Quito?
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On Outty we rank every Quito experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cotopaxi tour from Quito -horseback ride and hike-NO TOURISTY way, Baños Full Day Tour from Quito Including Entrances and Activities, Gastronomic and Cultural Walking Tour of Quito with Tastings. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Quito?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Quito?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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