Nosara to Marino Ballena National Park
358 km (222 miles)
Nosara
A wellness-focused Pacific beach community known for surf, yoga, and protected jungle.
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Marino Ballena National Park
A whale-watching marine park anchored by the photogenic Whale's Tail sandbar at Uvita.
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Rental Car
From Nosara, take Ruta del Sol (Route 160) for 17 km, Tempisque Bridge (Route 18) for 49 km, then Costanera Sur (Route 34) for the final 161 km into Marino Ballena National Park.
Highways used
- Rt 160 Ruta del Sol 17 km · 26 min
- Rt 18 Tempisque Bridge 49 km · 43 min
- Rt 34 Costanera Sur 161 km · 2 hours 54 min
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.
Shuttle
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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