Towering jungle covered, cloud-shrouded mountains crash into the sea on Costa Rica's South Pacific coast at Costa Ballena. This area is one of the most beautiful, yet least visited areas in the country. Find out more about this hidden gem and start planning your vacation to Costa Ballena today!
From mid-December through April, the weather clears at Costa Ballena, and one of Costa Rica's most beautiful destinations truly shines. Located on the gorgeous South Pacific Coast, Costa Ballena, which translates to "Whale Coast", stretches from Dominical, south to Uvita, and on to Ojochal. The Whale Coast is an area of unsurpassed beauty and home to Marino Ballena National Park. The park protects marine animals such as dolphins, sea turtles, and humpback whales which migrate here annually to rear their young. Dominical is a top destination for big-wave surfers looking to test their skills on some of Costa Rica's biggest waves. Uvita is home to the main entrance to the national park and some of the prettiest beaches in Costa Rica. Ojochal is an interesting ex-pat community, attracting people in search of a new way of life. Learn more about this beautiful destination and add Costa Ballena to your Costa Rica vacation today!
Location
Lattitude: N 9° 9' 36" (9.16)
Longitude: W 83° 45' 0" (-83.75)