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Uvita to Samara

330 km (205 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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Samara
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Samara

Samara is a charming beach town with a calm, swimmable bay perfect for families and beginners learning to surf. This authentic Costa Rican community offers a relaxed atmosphere, colorful streets, and easy access to nearby wildlife refuges.

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Transportation Options

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Rental Car

Distance: 330 km (205 miles)
Duration: ~6.5 hours

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

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Shuttle

Duration: ~7 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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