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Experience a Private Whale Watching Tour in Uvita from San José

By Paticas Travel
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿23,277 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 12h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Set out on a private ocean adventure along Costa Rica’s Pacific coast in search of humpback whales, dolphins, and sea turtles — all in their natural habitat. Guided by local experts and supported by small community businesses, this luxury experience offers comfort, insight, and unforgettable wildlife encounters. If the tide allows, you’ll also walk the iconic Whale’s Tail sandbar, revealed only at low tide. Ideal from July to October, this is a meaningful way to witness nature’s wonders in one of the country’s most biodiverse regions.

Activity location

  • Parque Nacional Marino Ballena
    • 60504, Uvita, Costa Rica

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Parque Nacional Marino Ballena
    • 60504, Uvita, Costa Rica

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What's included, what's not

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    Private transport
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    Professional photos and drone videos
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    Entrance fees to Marino Ballena National Park
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    Lunch
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    Bottled water and fresh fruit snack during the tour
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    Breakfast
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    Stop at Tárcoles River Bridge to view crocodiles
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    Visit to Whale’s Tail sandbar (weather permitting)
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    Guided 4-hour whale watching boat tour in Uvita

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Parque Nacional Marino Ballena

  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
At Parque Nacional Marino Ballena, you will board a boat with your private guide to explore the stunning Pacific waters of Costa Rica’s southern coast. During this whale watching tour, you will search for humpback whales, dolphins, and sea turtles in their natural habitat while learning about marine conservation in the area. You will also visit the famous Whale’s Tail sandbar and have the opportunity to admire the beautiful coastal scenery and pristine waters that make this park a must-see destination in Costa Rica.

Tarcoles Bridge

  • 25m
At Tárcoles River Bridge, you will stop for a short visit to observe the giant American crocodiles that gather along the riverbanks below. From the bridge, you will have a clear, safe vantage point to see these impressive reptiles in their natural habitat, often measuring up to 5 metres (16 feet) long. This is a unique wildlife experience and a perfect photo opportunity during your journey along Costa Rica’s Pacific coast.

Location

Activity location

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    Parque Nacional Marino Ballena
    • 60504, Uvita, Costa Rica

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Parque Nacional Marino Ballena
    • 60504, Uvita, Costa Rica

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