THE AREA
INTERESTING FACTS
HOW TO GET THERE:
(Location Map)
By car:
Mindo is found 84 km (52 miles) west of Quito, on the new highway to the coast: Calacali - La Independencia. Twenty minutes beyond Nanegalito on that road, there is a large sign that clearly indicates the entrance to the town. From there, visitors must descend 7 km (4.3 miles) along a curve-filled road before arriving at the heart of the town. Mindo Garden is found 4 km (2.5 miles) from town along the road to the Mariposario (butterfly house). The inn is practically at the end of the road and thus easily found.
By Bus:
In Quito, you should go to the "Ofelia" bus terminal of the company "Flor del Valle", which has buses to Cayambe and Mindo.
Phone: 252-7435.
During the week, there are two departure times to Mindo: 8:20 A.M. and 4 P.M. On Saturdays, there are four: 7:40 A.M., 8:20 A.M., 9:20 A.M. and 4 P.M., and on Sundays and holidays you will find five buses: 7:40 A.M., 8:20 A.M., 9:20 A.M., 1:45 P.M. and 5 P.M.
Once you have arrived in Mindo, it is a good idea to book your return to Quito a day (or at least a few hours) before you want to board the bus back.
Transfer:
For your greater comfort, we offer an excellent “transfer” service that can safely pick you up at the airport or at your hotel in Quito. Check our rates and book with us.
EQUIPMENT:
The Mindo area has temperatures that oscillate between the 18 and 24ºC (64.4 and 75.2ºF), and precipitation is abundant.
Since you may be taking long walks, we recommend bringing:
- a rain poncho,
- rubber boots,
- hiking boots or shoes,
- insect repellent,
- sunblock,
- a flashlight,
- binoculars (for bird-watching).
Currency:
The official currency of Ecuador is the U.S. dollar.
It's best to bring bills of low denominations, since those of 50 and up are extremely difficult to change. The town of Mindo does not have an ATM.
(Location Map)
By car:
Mindo is found 84 km (52 miles) west of Quito, on the new highway to the coast: Calacali - La Independencia. Twenty minutes beyond Nanegalito on that road, there is a large sign that clearly indicates the entrance to the town. From there, visitors must descend 7 km (4.3 miles) along a curve-filled road before arriving at the heart of the town. Mindo Garden is found 4 km (2.5 miles) from town along the road to the Mariposario (butterfly house). The inn is practically at the end of the road and thus easily found.
By Bus:
In Quito, you should go to the "Ofelia" bus terminal of the company "Flor del Valle", which has buses to Cayambe and Mindo.
Phone: 252-7435.
During the week, there are two departure times to Mindo: 8:20 A.M. and 4 P.M. On Saturdays, there are four: 7:40 A.M., 8:20 A.M., 9:20 A.M. and 4 P.M., and on Sundays and holidays you will find five buses: 7:40 A.M., 8:20 A.M., 9:20 A.M., 1:45 P.M. and 5 P.M.
Once you have arrived in Mindo, it is a good idea to book your return to Quito a day (or at least a few hours) before you want to board the bus back.
Transfer:
For your greater comfort, we offer an excellent “transfer” service that can safely pick you up at the airport or at your hotel in Quito. Check our rates and book with us.
EQUIPMENT:
The Mindo area has temperatures that oscillate between the 18 and 24ºC (64.4 and 75.2ºF), and precipitation is abundant.
Since you may be taking long walks, we recommend bringing:
- a rain poncho,
- rubber boots,
- hiking boots or shoes,
- insect repellent,
- sunblock,
- a flashlight,
- binoculars (for bird-watching).
Currency:
The official currency of Ecuador is the U.S. dollar.
It's best to bring bills of low denominations, since those of 50 and up are extremely difficult to change. The town of Mindo does not have an ATM.