Route Pura Vida

Guanacaste Airport (LIR) to Uvita

375 km (233 miles)

Guanacaste Airport (LIR)
From

Guanacaste Airport (LIR)

Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport provides close access to Guanacaste's beautiful Pacific beaches.

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Uvita
To

Uvita

Uvita is home to the famous Whale's Tail sandbar at Marino Ballena National Park, where humpback whales migrate each year. This southern Pacific gem offers pristine beaches, lush jungle, stunning waterfalls, and a growing eco-tourism scene.

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Transportation Options

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Rental Car

Distance: 375 km (233 miles)
Drive time: ~7 hours

Long drive south via Route 1 and coastal roads. Consider breaking up the journey.

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Note: Costa Rica traffic, weather and road conditions can greatly increase your drive time. It's always best to check with Waze before heading out. Read more on how to drive in Costa Rica.

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Shuttle

Duration: ~7.5 hours

Full-day journey. Consider flying via Quepos or making intermediate stops.

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Flight

Route: LIR → XQP (Quepos)
Duration: 45 minutes

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