Route Pura Vida

Uvita to Marino Ballena National Park

2 km (1 miles)

Beach scene at Uvita, Costa Rica
From

Uvita

Gateway to Marino Ballena National Park and the iconic Whale's Tail sandbar at low tide.

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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: 2 km (1 mi)
Duration: ~30 min

Drive from Uvita to Marino Ballena National Park on a mix of local roads.

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: ~1 hour

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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