Casa Calma guide
Whale Watching at Marino Ballena National Park
The waters off Uvita are one of the finest places in Costa Rica for whale watching. Marino Ballena National Park, named for its whale-tail sandbar, protects a stretch of coast where humpback whales pass through during their migrations.
About whale season
Humpback whales visit these waters during their migration windows, and boat tours from Uvita head out in search of them along with dolphins and sea birds. Because exact timing shifts from year to year, check current conditions with a licensed local operator when you plan your trip.
The park's famous Whale Tail sandbar appears at low tide, a natural formation that draws its own quiet crowd of walkers and photographers.
Easy from the coast
Marino Ballena is a short drive from Dominicalito, which makes it a simple half-day outing from the villa. Combine a morning on the water with an unhurried lunch in Uvita before heading back to the terrace.
As with all wildlife, the best encounters come from patience and respect. Choose responsible operators who keep a safe distance from the animals.
Base yourself at Casa Calma
Casa Calma is an ocean-view villa in Dominicalito, a short walk from surf and yoga and an easy drive from the waterfalls, whale-watching and restaurants of Dominical and Uvita.
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