Route Pura Vida

Uvita to Nosara

340 km (211 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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Nosara
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Nosara

Nosara is a wellness-focused beach community on the Nicoya Peninsula, known for world-class yoga retreats and consistent surf breaks. This Blue Zone destination offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, healthy living, and laid-back beach vibes.

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Transportation Options

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Rental Car

Distance: 340 km (211 miles)
Duration: ~7 hours

Long journey via coastal highway, ferry, and peninsula roads. Consider flying.

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Shuttle

Duration: ~7.5 hours

Full-day journey. Includes ferry crossing. Consider flying to Nosara.

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Flight

Route: XQP (Quepos) → NOB (Nosara)
Duration: 40 minutes

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