Itinerary: 

Ecuador has the second biggest number of birds’ species in the world! Your tour guide will pick you up early in the morning, at 4:00 a.m., from your hotel in Quito, to drive you to the north-western cloud forest of Mindo, a mythical forest with fog! The cloud forest is a bio-diverse ecosystem in the subtropics, going down from the highlands about an altitude between 2.200 meters (7.900 feet) – 1.000 meters (3.000 feet) above sea level. 

We get to the kilometer 66 and start a dirt bumpy road until we get to the “Refugio de Paz Birds Reserve” of Mindo, escorted by the greatest specialists in Antpittas, the "Paz Brothers"!! At 6:00 a.m., during the sunrise, we start birding, looking for some unique bird species, as the Cock of the Rock, Yellow Bellied Antpitta, Ochre Breasted Antpitta, Aracari Toucan, Crimson Rumped Toucanet, Guans, around 12 species of hummingbirds and much more! 

Approximately at 9:30 a.m. we will have a traditional tasty breakfast in the protected reserve, enjoying a wonderful view! You will keep watching birds for some more highlights, or combined options in Mindo's region attractions such as: hummingbirds, orchids or butterflies farms, or a chocolate factory tour. We will have lunch at a local restaurant where you can do more birding while we enjoy our meal! Approximately at 4:00 p.m. you will be back in your hotel in Quito. End of this unbelievable experience!

RECOMMENDED DAYS: Any day of the week. 

Include:

• Private Transportation
• Certified English speaking guide
• Local guides
• Entrance fees
• Breakfast
• Mentioned itinerary and visits 

Exclude:

• Drinks
• Lunch
• Binoculars or telescope

Level de Difficulty: 

• Moderate

Recommendations:

Important outfits: Camera, sunscreen lotion, insect repellent, cap or hat, binoculars or telescope, walking sticks, backpack or handbag, comfortable hiking boots or walking shoes, walking sticks, T-shirt or long sleeves shirt, long trousers, windbreaker or waterproof jacket and some cash (US dollars) for entrance fees, snacks or drinks.  

Tour average temperature: 11 C° - 23 C°  /  51,8 F° - 73,4 F°

Insurance: It is responsibility of every traveler that he/she is adequately insured against personal accidents and medical expenses during his/her trip to Ecuador, as well as having travel cancellation and baggage insurance to protect himself/herself.

Tour booking policy: Our tours are based on private transportation and guiding services. - All tour prices are given in US dollars. - All services should be fully prepaid before starting the tour. - Bookings must be done through www.ecuadorbesttours.com, or by paying directly at our offices. - For last minute bookings, our clients must request availability via phone call or email. After confirming availability, bookings must be fully prepaid before starting the tour. - Especial physical conditions, allergies and dietary restrictions must be informed to a EBT's representative in advance. - Our tours will be guided in fluent English, or Spanish languages, as it is required. - EBT shall have no liability with passengers in case of accidents or sickness. Therefore, EBT deeply recommends a private travel insurance. - EBT reserves the right to cancel or suspend tours depending on bad weather conditions, natural disasters, government regulations, suspicious diseases, etc. Always regarding for the safety of our passengers. - Under no circumstances, EBT will refund any money due to cancellations done on the same day that a tour takes place. - Cancellations must be done 24 hours previous departure time, to get a full refund. - Flights cancellations, or last minute flight changes are totally out of control or responsibility of EBT. - This tour is recommended for people over 9 years old.