5/5 - Excellent
Paula
I truly recommend. Gorgeous country with very friendly people
Bahía Ballena
Travel Guide
Visit Bahía Ballena
Where to stay in Bahía Ballena
Marina Vista
Marina Vista might not have many top sights, but Playa Dominical and Hacienda Baru are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Canavida Villas & Resort
Calle la Union, Ballena, Puntarenas Province
Stay at this 4-star vacation home in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel
500 m Norte Parque Marino Ballena, Ballena, Puntarenas
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, air conditioning, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Playa Hermosa and Punta Uvita are located ...
Hotel Uvita Forest
Calle Garcia, Uvita, Ballena, Puntarenas Province
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Catarata uvita and Secret Lau Pool are ...
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Popular places to visit
Catarata uvita
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Catarata uvita during your travels in Bahía Ballena. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Playa Tortuga
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Playa Tortuga during your travels in Bahía Ballena? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Hacienda Baru
You can take time to visit Hacienda Baru during your travels to Bahía Ballena. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Whales and Dolphins watching Tour From Uvita
$90
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Uvita: Whale & Dolphin Watching Boat Trip w/ Drinks & Snacks
$95
per adult
Bahia Ballena Whale and Dolphin Tour - Morning
$57
per adult
Whale Watching Experience Marino Ballena National Park
$80
per adult
Uvita: Marino Ballena National Park Mangroves - Sea Kayaking
$125
per adult
Reviews of Bahía Ballena
4.6
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Do everything in your power to preserve this area - its wonderful
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Whale watching excursion was very enjoyaable
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Small town. Many dirt roads. Kind of dark. Not a lot to do, but there is a good restaurant La fogata. Primary activities are whale and dolphin watching tours. Wasn't impressed with the beach at all. Stick and debris all over. Use sunscreen!
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Food in Uvita was excellent and if you are visiting anywhere I recommend going to the Nauyaca Waterfalls (but make sure you pay for the truck ride as it's miles of hiking over rough terrain vs. a 30 minute ride)
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Ballena is so beautiful. We visited during the wet season and it is a great time to experience the rainfall and see many different animals. If you fly into SJO, there is a Walmart store and you can purchase anything including bottle water.
- Playa Tortuga
- Ventanas Beach
- Hacienda Baru
- Catarata uvita
- Arco Beach
- Pinuela Beach
- Secret Lau Pool
- Marino Ballena National Park
- Uvita Beach
- Nauyaca Waterfalls
- Punta Uvita
- Tortuga Beach
- Matapalo Beach
- Chirripo National Park
- Terraba Sierpe National Wetlands
- Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge
- The Secret Gardens
- Parque Reptilandia
- El Pavón Waterfall
- Linda Beach
- Finca 6 Archaeological Site
- Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary
- Samaritan Chocolate
- Ciudad Cortes Central Park
- Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding
- Quebradas Biological Center
- Canaan Cheeses