What will you experience
Itinerary
- We’ll pick you up in the morning (9:00 a.m.) from your hotel in Quito to begin the journey to Mindo. On the way, we’ll make a stop at the Inti Ñan Solar Museum before descending into the lush valley of the cloud forest.
- Upon arrival at Casa Divina Eco Lodge, enjoy a homemade lunch and take some time to settle in among the sights and sounds of the forest.
- In the afternoon, experience an adrenaline-filled adventure with ziplining over the cloud forest canopy.
- After dinner, we’ll head out on a guided night walk, perfect for discovering the wildlife that awakens after dark.
- Between 6:00 and 8:00 a.m., you can join an optional birdwatching session from the lodge’s terrace. After breakfast, we’ll walk to the Mindo Butterfly Garden, a colorful sanctuary full of life.
- Next, enjoy a refreshing tubing adventure down the Mindo River, surrounded by lush vegetation.
- After lunch at Casa Divina, we’ll visit the Mindo Chocolate Tour, where you’ll learn about the artisanal cacao process and taste its unique flavors.
- The afternoon is free to relax or explore the town.
- We’ll end the day with dinner at the lodge and a cozy evening by the fire under the stars.
- After lunch at Casa Divina, we’ll visit the Mindo Chocolate Tour, where you’ll learn about the artisanal cacao process and taste its unique flavors.
- The afternoon is free to relax or explore the town.
- We’ll end the day with dinner at the lodge and a cozy evening by the fire under the stars.
- After breakfast, we’ll head to the Waterfall Sanctuary, where you’ll cross a valley by cable car and hike through the forest to reach stunning waterfalls. There will be time to swim, take photos, and enjoy the scenery.
- We’ll return to the lodge for lunch before your afternoon transfer back to Quito.
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Your Hosts & Guides
Molly and Efrain first opened their cloud forest home to travelers in 2007, transforming it into Divine Sabina Experiences & Eco Lodge. Alongside their team of expert local naturalist guides, they share an intimate knowledge of Mindo's rhythms—teaching you to spot the flash of a tanager, identify bird calls, and move through the forest with quiet awareness.
What began as their family retreat is now a place where guests discover the cloud forest through the eyes of those who know it best: people who live here, love it deeply, and want you to see what makes it extraordinary.
What’s included in this experience
- 2 nights of accommodation in a boutique eco-lodge surrounded by the forest
- Local English-speaking naturalist guide for all activities
- Round-trip transportation from Quito
- All meals, activities mentioned and entrance fees included
- Pricing for groups of 2-4 passengers
- Please inquire directly for singles and larger groups
* Not included: drinks at dinner, tips, or any additional activities.
FAQs
Yes. This is a fully private experience, designed exclusively for your group. All activities, transportation, and guiding services are personalized to your pace and interests, ensuring comfort, flexibility, and privacy throughout the trip.
Casa Divina Eco Lodge is in Mindo, Ecuador, in the heart of the Chocó Andino cloud forest—just 2 hours northwest of Quito. The lodge is surrounded by nature on a private property that blends comfort, tranquility, and direct access to trails and reserves.
Exact location: 1.2 Km, Via Salado, Mindo, Ecuador.
We can meet at your accommodation in Quito (or anywhere in Ecuador), where we’ll pick you up and return you at the end of the trip.
No. All activities are low to moderate intensity and are guided by local naturalists who adapt to each traveler’s pace.
Yes. Pricing includes lodging, meals, transportation, guiding, and entrance fees for all reserves and activities. Not included: drinks at dinner, additional activities not on the itinerary, tips, and personal purchases.
Yes, especially for those who enjoy nature and hiking. We can adapt some activities based on participants’ ages.
Mindo has a mild, humid climate year-round, with temperatures between 64°F and 77°F (18°C–25°C). We recommend bringing a light jacket for the evenings.
- To confirm your booking, a deposit of 50% of the total experience cost is required.
- The remaining balance is due at least 15 days before arrival.
- Cancellations made more than 30 days in advance qualify for a 50% refund of the deposit.
- Cancellations between 30 and 15 days before arrival are non-refundable, but the full deposit may be applied to a future booking of equal or greater value within one calendar year.
- Cancellations with less than 8 days’ notice are not refundable; however, 50% of the total payment may be applied to a future experience of equal or greater value within the same timeframe.