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Manuel Antonio to Marino Ballena National Park

69 km (43 miles)

Beach scene at Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
From

Manuel Antonio

A small Pacific town famous for white-sand coves, sloths, and the country's most-visited national park.

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Beach scene at Marino Ballena National Park, Costa Rica
To

Marino Ballena National Park

A whale-watching marine park anchored by the photogenic Whale's Tail sandbar at Uvita.

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Transportation Options

Rental Car

Distance: 69 km (43 mi)
Duration: ~1.5 hours

From Manuel Antonio, take Costanera Sur (Route 34) for the full 58 km into Marino Ballena National Park.

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: ~2 hours

Private and shared shuttle services available; check with operators for current schedules and pricing.

Note: Shuttles come in shared and private flavors with different costs and trade-offs. Read more on taking a shuttle in Costa Rica.

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Flight

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