Costa Ballena, land of enchantment!

by Humberto Gutiérrez Galera

Costa Ballena is a tourist destination formed by the connection of three beautiful villages in the canton of Osa: Dominical, Uvita, and Ojochal, located on the South Pacific coast of Costa Rica. These coastal communities have several features that contribute to an interconnected tourist destination, ranking among the most promising tourist regions in Costa Rica.

Its charms catch the visitor, and in many cases lead him to establish himself as a member of this heavenly place. The fusion of tropical forest and the stunning Pacific Ocean generates an atmosphere of warmth, tranquility, and mysticism that captivates foreign and domestic visitors. Its beautiful beaches, trails, waterfalls, and protected forests, as well as the charisma and friendliness of its people, make it a haven for nature lovers and a host to visitors from around the world. These are just some of the reasons that would make you crave an escape to Costa Ballena.

The most emblematic area of the Marino Ballena National Park is the “isthmus” a geological and rock formation as if it were a freak of nature, and looks like a whale’s tail.

It’s called the Whale’s Tail in honor of the humpback whales which every year choose the warm waters as a sanctuary for breeding and birthing their young.

If you are looking for an authentic experience, beautiful scenery and adventure, Costa Ballena is the ideal place to spend your holidays in harmony with nature and respect for the cultural identity of the community.

How to get to Costa Ballena?

From San José, take Route 27 towards Orotina, pay attention to the exit to Jaco – Tárcoles, carry on to Parrita and Quepos, and follow the new Coastal Highway (route 34) to Dominical. Travel time: about 3 hours and 30 minutes.

Ballena Tales is an essential free digital magazine in Costa Rica, valid for travelers, residents, and investors covering Costa Ballena in the Canton of Osa in the South Pacific of Costa Rica. It is a fully bilingual, bi-monthly, and full-color digital magazine.

The magazine introduces the reader to the life of the local community, with interviews of pioneers, writers, and artists, as well as extensive information on restaurants, hotels, experiences, natural attractions, and wildlife of the South Pacific of Costa Rica.

We are not just a magazine; each edition (print and digital) is linked to a robust web platform; the editions are published online, and the advertorials are included in our blog and the brand in the commercial directory. We also add links to the advertising company's website and social networks. At this time, the openings of digital publications in all their expressions exceed 80 thousand openings, and the advertised brands have a global reach.

We have a loyal audience of over 8,000 readers in the South Pacific's Costa Ballena region who will view your news in each printed edition.

We prioritize our readers' satisfaction by delivering a variety of engaging content while showcasing the value of our advertisers' brands.