Uvita, Costa Rica

Tours

Feel the thrill of dolphin watching . Exciting boat trip . Sail round the Marino Ballena National Park, Piedra Ballena, and more as your guide takes you to whales, sea turtles, and a natural marine bird sanctuary. Begin your adventure at the meeting point with some coffee, juice, pastries and bananas while you wait for the group to assemble. Then, transfer to a boat and get ready to be on the lookout for marine life. Witness sea life at play as you sail round the Marino Ballena National Park, Piedra Ballena, Tres Hermanas Rocks, Ventanas Caverns and the Punta Uvita Tombolo (whale's tail). Enjoy a visit to a natural marine birds sanctuary on the way to see resident or migratory birds and reptiles like green iguanas and lizards. Plunge into the water on a snorkeling stop (if weather conditions permit). Explore the underwater world of coral reefs to look for more dolphins and sea turtles before returning to the meeting point. Snorkeling depends on wáter conditions

Departure from Uvita - Marino Ballena National Park: Upon arrival at the offices you will check-in with the tour guide in charge of the activity, you will start at the meeting point of our offices where the tour guide in charge of the group will receive you and give you instructions and fundamental information for the activity, additionally there will be a coffee, juice, cookies and water station for you to enjoy while we are waiting to gather the group. From Uvita Beach you will board a boat that will take you on a scenic ride on the Pacific Ocean with a tour of about 1.5 hours. The boat ride itself is an adventure, as it often offers sightings of dolphins, sea turtles and, if you are lucky, even humpback whales (January-April). Guided jungle hike: Upon arrival at San Pedrillo, you will enjoy a guided hike through the dense and vibrant rainforest. A professional naturalist tour guide will lead you through the trails, pointing out the incredible diversity of flora and fauna. Watch for howler monkeys, scarlet macaws, tapirs and a wide variety of birds and reptiles, all using telescopes and high quality nature observation equipment. This tour is perfect for nature lovers, photographers and anyone looking to experience the wild side of Costa Rica's tropical rainforest in a well-organized day tour. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park, surrounded by the sounds of the forest and ocean view after a 4 hour hike on the various trails or permitted hiking areas within the park. After enjoying lunch and resting you will embark back to Playa Uvita where you will return to the coast and the activity will end.

Caño Island is one of the best places to explore the underwater world in Costa Rica and is even one of the best places to dive in the world. The tour begins at our office in Uvita, the guide in charge will receive you and give you instructions, we also have a snack with snacks such as pastries, coffee, tea or orange juice. Once the group is ready we will walk to the national park, which is about 300 meters away, where the 1 hour and 20 minute tour will begin, when we arrive at the protected area of Caño Island, 2 snorkels of 45 minutes each will be made, It is possible to observe turtles, manta rays and many varied fish, in the whale season they are observed during the journey from December to March and from July to October. We will take a break on the beach with a small snack and at the end we will return to the starting point and there we will have a delicious picnic lunch and the activity will end.You can stay at the beach or return to our office.

Tour Details: Duration: 3 hours Arrival Time: 8:30 AM (Tour starts at 9:00 AM) Wildlife experience: Spot species such as Humpback Whales, False-killer Whales, Pacific Spotted and Bottle Nose Dolphins, and Sea Turtles. Visit Ballena Island, a sanctuary for birds like white ibis and pelicans. A guided tour into Marino Ballena National Park, the first national park created in Costa Rica to protect the marine resources, is one of the best places in the world for whale watching according to National Geographic. Marino Ballena National Park protects more than 13,000 acres of ocean and 9 miles of coastline. Comprised of mangrove forests, coral reefs, and untouched beaches, the national park is one for travelers who want to view fragile wildlife while escaping the hustle and bustle of every day. Live the experience of sighting species such as Humpback Whales. These cetaceans come to carry out their reproductive cycle in two different seasons ( from January to April and from July to November). Also, there is a high probability of sighting False-killer Whales, Pacific Spotted and Bottle Nose Dolphins, and two species of Sea Turtles (Olive Ridley and Black Turtle). Within Marino Ballena National Park is located Ballena Island a sanctuary for birds like white ibis and pelicans This tour is offered not only to appreciate and learn about marine species and birds, but also you will learn a lot about the history and culture of the area which is charming. Please, take into consideration that our company can not guarantee the sighting of all the mentioned species since it is natural, but we pledge to do our best.

The meetiing spot will be our office at 8:15 am where we have for you some snacks, coffee and juice. The tour guide will provide details about the activity to the group and show you the way to the safety parking near to the National Park . Marino Ballena National Park has no port of marina so is importan you know we get wet to go on board around your knees or a little bit up. Once we get into the boat starts the adventure to search for marine biodiversity ,Humpback whales, Dolphins and Turtles, Marine birds and great views of the coast line. Experience captain and tour guide will offer a great and knowledge experience about history and all details about the wonderful biodiversity that this National Park holds. After the time of search and enjoy the nature and species you will have time to get into the water to swim some minutes to refresh (important to mention we do not offer snorkeling due to the water close to the shore is not clear , just on dry season maybe is possible to do some snorkeling but really difficult to be honest ,so dont thrust about tour offered with snorkeling because is not possible during rainy season )for the tour we provide fresh pinneapple and watermelon ,filter water (please bring your bottle for refill lets avoid single use plastic).Once we get back from the tour you can stay into the national park to explore by yourself the trails,forest and the famous whales tail or tombolo formation we include the ticket in out tour so you are able to get in and out several times you want to before 6pm.Recomended to bring sandals or water shoes,sunscreen,bottle for water , dry bag,hats. Really important me as a tour guide i can tell you something please let go with positive vibes to enjoy ,first we have to search the whales and other animals they are on a natural habitat not a zoo or aquarium so lets be explorers.

This is a full day tour from 7:15 AM to 4:00 PM, leaving from Uvita to Corcovado on a boat ride of about one and a half hours. Once we arrive, prepare for the hike of about 2 to 3 hours, taking some of the most common trails in the area. At the end we will share a picnic style lunch before taking the boat back to the departure point in Uvita. The fauna is exceptional, including species such as jaguars, tapirs, howler monkeys, and a wide variety of birds such as the scarlet macaw. There are also many species of reptiles and insects. December to March: This is considered the best time to visit Corcovado because it is the dry season. Conditions are ideal for hiking and wildlife viewing. Touring Corcovado is a unique experience that connects you with the natural beauty of Costa Rica. Be sure to bring a camera and enjoy every moment.

For those who dream of seeing whales in their natural environment, Uvita, Costa Rica, is the perfect place. Humpback whales from the northern hemisphere make their visit from mid-December to March, while their Antarctic counterparts come between July and October for mating and giving birth. It’s even possible to see them teaching their calves how to breach. The journey starts at the distinctive whale tail formation at Playa Uvita, covering the beach entry fee. (Hint: Post-tour, stay on the beautiful beach to enjoy the tropical weather and possibly a mesmerizing sunset.) The tour offers chances to see sea life, including dolphins and various seabirds like frigatebirds and brown boobies, and to take a dip in the ocean. Tours leave daily at 8:30 am. Whale Watching experience Is whale watching already on your travel bucket list? A one-on-one encounter with a huge marine mammal is a real bucket list experience! Also there is no place like Uvita for whale watching as it has the longest humpback whale season in the world. So join our unique whale watching tour that is ranked #1 for an encounter with the ocean’s gentle giants! Unique Experiences in Costa Rica ‍♂ Surfing for all levels/ages Whalewatching-Dolphin Watching Taxi - Shuttle Service Kayaking in the Sea or Mangroove Fishing Private Tour Waterfalls & Hiking Horseback riding ✏Spanish Lessons Caño Island Snorkel Corcovado One Day - Leaving from Uvita Manuel Antonio National Park - Private Guided Walk Night Nature Experience  Bike Tour

During the walk you will be accompanied by your local tour guide, who will show you and explain everything about the place. The Marino Ballena National Park is a natural treasure that offers a rich diversity of marine and terrestrial ecosystems. This park is famous for its Tombolo (whale's tail) formation, which is revealed at low tide. Within the park, there are diverse ecosystems, such as coral reefs, seagrass meadows and beaches. These habitats are essential for the survival of numerous marine species. The mangrove area also plays a crucial role, serving as a refuge and breeding area for many species, as well as the forest area that provides food for different species of mammals, amphibians, reptiles and birds. Exploring the Marino Ballena National Park is not only an adventure, but also an opportunity to understand the importance of protecting these valuable ecosystems and the species that depend on them and how we can help natural resources.

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The Marino Ballena National Park is home to one of the most biologically diverse marine habitats in Costa Rica. Marine birds such as pelicans, brown booby and frigates can be observed on the islands and rocky formations. Approximately 70 species of fish, humpback whales, false orca, spotted dolphins, spinner dolphins, bottle-nose dolphins, crabs, starfish, worms, sea snakes, lobsters, sponges and mollusks, all form part of the diverse marine life found in the park. Also observed in the park are olive ridley, hawksbill, leatherback and green turtles as well as reptiles like the green iguana. The tour from Marino Ballena starts at 8:30am. Once on the boat, you will be given water, fruits, all gear. During the boat ride, you will be taken to different areas to spot dolphins and other wildlife, and to rocky formations within the Ballena Marine Park, where you can snorkel. The guide will tell you of interesting facts about the park.