The Whale Tail National Park

Marino Ballena National Park (directly translated marine whale in English) in Uvita is one of the best places to go whale watching in Costa Rica. Humpback whales are commonly seen out in the waters as both Northern and Southern humpback whales pass through this area, giving Costa Rica the longest humpback whale watching season in the world.

Even though it is one of the youngest national parks in the country, Marino Ballena National Park is one of the best places for beautiful beaches and natural scenery. It also has one of the most special and unique characteristics of all the national parks in Costa Rica, a Whale Tail formed by the union of two beaches!

If you’re visiting the South Pacific coast of Costa Rica, Marino Ballena National Park is one not to miss. It’s one of the top things to do in Uvita and Dominical and one of our favorite national parks in Costa Rica.

Here are our tips for visiting this park. This post has been updated April 15, 2020.

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