Explore. Connect. Conserve.

Experience the magic of Mindo with a responsible perspective.

Birdwatching, living nature and purpose‐driven tours.

Discover authentic experiences that renew the bond between people and the land.

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Guía con turistas

An expedition with purpose

Sacha Expeditions was born from a profound love for nature, birds, and the Mindo community. We are a local ecotourism company committed to offering authentic, sustainable, and transformative experiences.

Behind every tour is the vision of Bryan Sea, a nationally certified tour guide with over six years of experience, an active participant in the Christmas Bird Count, and continually training in conservation.

We are not just tours: we are an invitation to discover Mindo from the inside, creating positive impact and real connections with nature and local culture.

Did you know one of the most biodiverse places on the planet is in Ecuador?

  • Exceptional location and biodiversity

    Mindo sits in northwest Ecuador, just two hours from Quito, at the crossroads of the Chocó biogeographic region and the Andean highlands. Between 1,200 and 2,400 m in altitude, this valley hosts a unique biological richness that draws researchers from around the world.

  • Global birdwatching capital

    Internationally renowned, Mindo leads each year’s Global Big Day bird count, logging over 500 species in just 24 hours. Many are endemic and endangered, making the valley a key conservation hotspot.

  • Sustainable tourism and wildlife

    Beyond birds, Mindo’s cloud forest teems with orchids, butterflies, frogs, and mammals. The local community has developed a responsible tourism model blending conservation, environmental education, and authentic experiences.

Sacha Expeditions

Avistamiento de aves

Birdwatching

Discover the magical song of toucans and hummingbirds in their natural habitat.

Caminata nocturna

Night Walk

Explore the forest at dusk and encounter frogs, owls and nighttime creatures.

Senderismo e Interpretación

Guided Hiking & Interpretation

Hike trails led by naturalists who will share the history of the forest and its biodiversity.

Fotografía con celular

Smartphone Photography

Learn how to use your smartphone to capture birds, flora and fauna with professional quality.

Impact on the community

A portion of every tour supports conservation, reforestation and environmental education projects in Mindo. We also promote activities led by local families and entrepreneurs.

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Tour Packages

Birdwatching – San Lorenzo

Cock-of-the-Rock & Chocolate

Waterfall Hike

Seed Rings Workshop

Birds + Waterfalls + Night

Birds + Rings + Night

Day 1: Birds + Waterfalls + Rings

Day 2: Umbrella Bird + Tower + Night

Learn, explore and care

Ready for a purposeful adventure?

Book your experience or contact us to design your personalized tour. Let’s travel consciously.

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