Explore the breathtaking Marino Ballena National Park on this guided boat tour from Uvita. Known as one of the world's premier locations for whale watching, this tour offers a chance to spot humpback whales during their migration seasons (January–April and July–November), as well as other marine life such as false-killer whales, bottlenose dolphins, Pacific spotted dolphins, and sea turtles. Bird enthusiasts can look out for species like white ibis, pelicans, and brown boobies.

Depending on the time of year, you may also enjoy snorkeling in the park's pristine waters. Please note that snorkeling is available only during the dry season when water conditions are suitable, ensuring an enjoyable and safe experience. Our expert guide will share fascinating insights about the park's unique marine ecosystem, history, and conservation efforts, making this a memorable adventure for nature lovers.

Combo Tour Marino Ballena National Park

Ready to immerse in an underwater adventure full of surprises? Caño Island is waiting on you! Join us on this amazing visit to the second best place in the country to snorkel with an impressive amount of wildlife to see. Its waters have one of the largest and in best condition coral reefs on the Pacific coast. It is an important area for the breeding of various species of fish, turtles, stingrays, white tip reef sharks and school of fish. The island protects very important marine environments, where coral reefs stand out for their size and richness of species.

Departing from the Marino Ballena National Park, with chances of spotting resident dolphins and migrating whales on the way to the island. This snorkeling tour is guided by a trained and bilingual professional, alongside a crew that will be on your side at all times to ensure your safety and have all your needs covered. Get ready to be mesmerized by the natural beauty of the island and enjoy with us!

Snorkeling Tour at Caño Island 

¡Explora las aguas cristalinas y la vida marina vibrante de Isla del Caño en esta inolvidable aventura de snorkel! Donde podras nadar con todo tipo de peces coloridos como el pez loro o el pez glodo al igual que tres distintos tipos de tortugas marinas: lora, verde y la carey

Nuestro tour comienza a las 7a.m. en nuestra oficina, donde te daremos la bienvenida con café y galletas.

Desde el parque nacional Marino Ballena, abordarás un bote que te llevará en un recorrido escénico de aproximadamente 1 hora y 15 minutos hasta la hermosa Isla del Caño. 

A tu llegada, disfrutarás de dos sesiones de snorkel guiado (una de aproximadamente 1 hora y otra de 45 minutos), con un descanso entre ambas para tomar un refrigerio.

Luego del snorkel, tendrás tiempo para relajarte en la playa y después disfrutar de un delicioso almuerzo (En caso de condiciones climáticas adversas, el almuerzo se servirá en nuestra oficina.)

El tour concluye con el regreso en bote al Parque Nacional Marino Ballena.

Snorkeling at Caño Island

Our tour starts at the office. Once you arrive to our office you will enjoy some coffee and cookies that we provide while you wait for the group to be complete. Once all the group is together you will follow us in your car to the parking (included in the price) or we take you in case you do not have a car, the parking is close from the entrance to the Marino Ballena NP where you will board the boat. There the clients has the possibility of see wildlife like monkeys, sloths and birds. Once the clients are on the boat is when the looking for the marine life start, especially the humpback whales and dolphins, in addition the client can enjoy of the panoramic views of the main interesting points inside and outside the national park, such as Ballena island, Three sisters, the whale tile formation. During the tour we offer some tropical fruits (watermelon and pineapple) and there is a swimming time. All this with the excellent work of our crew and the knowledge of the tour guide.

Whale Watching at the Marino Ballena National Park 

Live a unique experience in one of the most biodiverse parks on the planet. This guided tour takes you from Uvita to San Pedrillo Station in Corcovado National Park, where you will hike for 3 to 3.5 hours on trails surrounded by rainforest and wildlife.

The day starts at 6:30 a.m. with coffee and cookies in our office. 

Then you will sail by boat for 1.5 hours to Corcovado. 

Accompanied by a naturalist guide, you will explore the jungle for monkeys, tapirs, exotic birds, reptiles and more.

End your adventure with a delicious Costa Rican lunch before returning to Uvita by sea.

**In the correct season you will have the chance to see the majestic humpback whales on the way to Corcovado

Corcovado National Park Adventure – Guided San Pedrillo Hike

During this Combination Tour, we explore Marino Ballena National Park in search of marine wildlife such as humpback whales, Pacific spotted dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, and sea turtles. Sightings depend on natural conditions and may vary by season and from day to day.

If ocean conditions permit, the tour includes time for swimming in open ocean waters and occasional snorkeling. The route also features a brief pass by Whale Island (Whale Rock) to observe seabirds like brown boobies and frigate birds, as well as coastal scenery near Ventanas Beach with its caves and rock formations.

Whale seasons:
From mid-July to October, Southern Hemisphere humpback whales migrate from Antarctica to breed and nurse their calves in the area. From late December to late February, Northern Hemisphere humpback whales migrate from the U.S. West Coast. While whale sightings are never guaranteed, our experienced crew follows all regulations and uses their expertise to maximize wildlife encounters.

Marino Ballena Combination Tour with Whale and Dolphin Watching

Isla del Caño Biological Reserve: Where you can find and observe the most extensive and best condition coral reef on the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. The crystal clear water will allow you to observe the great variety of marine life that inhabits there. You will have the opportunity to find: Sharks, Turtles, Manta rays, Pufferfish, barracuda fish shoals, Snappers, Eels, Tuna and many more. One of the best places in Costa Rica for snorkeling. Without a doubt it is a great experience that you can enjoy with family, friends or if you are passionate about marine life.

Snorkeling on Canyon Island

Cano Island offers the ultimate snorkeling experience in Costa Rica's pristine waters, renowned for vibrant marine life and stunning coral reefs. Enjoy two snorkeling sessions in diverse locations, where you can encounter sea turtles, rays, and colorful fish. After snorkeling, relax on the beach and savor a delicious onboard lunch featuring wraps and fresh fruit. Led by a bilingual naturalist guide, this day-long tour (7-8 hours) provides an enriching journey through the beautiful Caño Island Biological Reserve and Marino Ballena National Park.

- Depart from Uvita beach at 7:30 AM for a full-day adventure
- Includes all snorkeling equipment, snacks, and entrance fees
- Suitable for ages 5 and up; minimum group size of 6 required
- Enjoy beach time and potential wildlife sightings on the return trip

Cano Island Snorkeling Tour From Uvita

Our main focus is the hunt for whales in season (2 seasons per year) and the enjoyment of marine life offered by this protected area, for example: turtles, dolphins, peses, various species of birds and more...

We will also visit different specific points during the tour such as: The Whale Stone which is a natural bird sanctuary and where we will have a swimming time of approximately 25 minutes.
The Caverns of Windows where you can observe impressive Natural Caves formed millions of years ago. 
Finally we will take a panoramic tour of the 5 beaches of the PN Marino Ballena where you can enjoy incredible views and much history of each beach taught by our guide.

Whale Watching Tour 

Corcovado National Park is one of Costa Rica's most important biological reserves and one of the most biodiverse places in the world (more than 2%). It is mainly done from San Pedrillo station, in case there is no availability of quotas or that, due to SINAC regulations it is not impossible to enter through this station, the tour will be offered from Campanario station, a sector of primary forest. Both stations offer very similar trails and an equally authentic experience within Corcovado National Park. During the tour Iras accompanied by certified naturalist guides who will give you detailed information along the walk. You will be able to observe a wide variety of flora and fauna in their natural habitation. Among the animals you can find are: Saines, howler monkeys, spider monkeys, sloths, a wide variety of birds, insects and hopefully a tapir or even a cougar. 
An ideal experience for nature lovers!

Hike in Corcovado National Park : San Pedrillo-Campanario

The tour starts at our office, where we will welcome you with coffee and cookies before leaving for the boarding point near the Whale Marine National Park, following our vehicle in your own car. From there we will sail approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes to the impressive Punta Rio Claro Biological Reserve in the Drake area. We will begin a hike between forest and coastal trails, exploring unspoilt beaches of unparalleled beauty as we look at the incredible biodiversity of the Osa Peninsula: sloth bears, white-faced monkeys, howlers and spiders, red limpets, pizotes and a variety of birds and insects. At the end, we will enjoy a delicious lunch at the spectacular Playa San Josecito, where you will have free time to relax and swim in the warm waters of the Pacific. After this time of rest and enjoyment we will embark back to the starting point, thus ending a spectacular day on the Osa Peninsula.

Drake Coastal Hiking Expedition

Our tour starts at the office. Once you arrive at our office you will enjoy some coffee and cookies that we provide while you wait for the group to be complete. Once the group is together you will follow us in your car to the parking (included in the price) or we take you in case you do not have a car, the parking is close to the entrance to the Marino Ballena NP where you will board the boat. The tour is a boat drive along the Marino Ballena National Park, where you will be able to see amazing landscapes and as well the 200 caverns located southern of the National Park known as Ventanas Caves, where you definitely will take incredible pictures. Alonge this tour you will have chances to enjoy some marine life such as bottlenose dolphins, spotted dolphins, turtles, seagulls, frigatebirds, pelicans, and others. There is a chance to swim in the warm water near some rocky place while you enjoy some tropical fruits. NO WHALES DURING THIS MONTHS

Combo Tour at the Marino Ballena National Park

This is a tour full of adrenaline and a lot of excitement, where you can test your fishing skills and fight a big fish.

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