Poás Volcano National Park to Marino Ballena National Park
236 km (147 miles)
From
Poás Volcano National Park
One of the world's largest active craters, an easy day trip above San José.
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To
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
Distance: 236 km (147 mi)
Duration: ~5.5 hours
From Poás Volcano National Park, take Costanera Sur (Route 34) for the full 161 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: ~6 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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