Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour
If you ever wanted to see Whales out in the wild, then you´ve come to the right place here in Uvita, Costa Rica. Humpback whales from the northern hemisphere ( mid December - March ) as well as from the Antarctica ( July – October) come here to mate & have their babies born and you have the opportunity to see them teach their calves how to breach or even jump!
Our tour will start at the infamous whale tail rock formation on Playa Uvita and will include the entrance fee for the beach (Our tip: After the tour spend some time on the beautiful beach, enjoy the tropical weather, maybe your lucky enough to see a mesmerizing sunset.) During the trip you have the chance to watch the ocean wildlife up close and spend some time cooling down in the open water.
We are at the last weeks of the season so chances to see whales and their babies are 20%
You will meet at the tour operator’s office . Before the tour starts, your guide will provide you with safety instructions for the boat ride.
The boat takes you to beautiful sites in search for dolphins and whales. You will also get the chance to stop for a short swimming break at Ballena island or Punta Uvita. Additionally, the trip also includes visiting the caves of Ventanas. The guide will explain details of the park and the sea widllife to you. Fruit and bottled water will be available for you during the tour.
You will be returning to the beach around 12:30-1pm.
Departure: 8:30 a.m.
Estimated time: 3,5 to 4 hours
Meeting point: Departure from the Uvita beach entrance
Requirements: Minimum 2 people. Must know how to swim. Available from Manuel Antonio with ground transportation. U$140 up to 4 adults (Only applicable for whale’s season).
Includes: Bottled water, fruit, bilingual guide, park fee and snorkeling equipment, spot to see wildlife (e.g. macaws, monkeys and crocodiles)
Price: $65 plus taxes and fees per person, kids under 9 years old $35 plus taxes and fees
This tour is not recommended for pregnant women or kids under 1-year-old. Kids are welcome with at least one adult companion.
Perfect for sea lovers!
Route
- Playa Uvita