Route Pura Vida

Uvita to Monteverde

270 km (168 miles)

Uvita
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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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Monteverde
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Monteverde

Monteverde is a misty cloud forest reserve famous for incredible biodiversity and world-renowned conservation efforts. Walk across hanging bridges, spot the elusive quetzal, and experience thrilling zip-lines through one of Earth's most unique ecosystems.

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Transportation Options

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Rental Car

Distance: 270 km (168 miles)
Duration: ~5.5 hours

Head north through Jacó and into the mountains. Last stretch is unpaved.

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Shuttle

Duration: ~6 hours

Long journey connecting beach to cloud forest. Daily shuttles available.

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Flight

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Bus

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