Top unique Costa Rica tours! Activities in Costa Ballena and the Osa Peninsula await you!
Are you looking for the most amazing Costa Rica tours? Adventure awaits! Fancy a whale-watching tour, Sierpe River mangrove tour, Boruca indigenous town tour, rafting, horseback riding, canyoning, birdwatching, snorkeling, diving, or a zip-line canopy tour? Costa Ballena, Osa, and the Osa Peninsula in the South Pacific Region have many unique Costa Rica tours that suit any activity.
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Below is a list of Costa Rica tours in the area. We have more information and details about the tours that are available.
CANO ISLAND SNORKELING
Start time: 6:30 AM – Return Time 4:00 PM
The tour departs from the village of Uvita or Sierpe; on this last departure place, tours the swamps and mangroves of the Sierpe river delta. – Arrive at Cano Island and spend time hiking its ancient trails – discover stone spheres and ancient ceremonial sites – then the boat will take you snorkeling on the famous reefs near the island. Two-time snorkeling immersions.
WHALE WATCHING TOUR
It leaves at 9:00 AM from Punta Uvita, Marino Ballena National Park.
You will travel to Ventanas Beach caves and the Isla Ballena for short snorkeling (depending on weather conditions) or swimming in the ocean. Meanwhile, the captain and guide search the sea for whales, dolphins, turtles, and rays. The tour returns around 12 MD.
NIGHT HIKE TOUR
Start time: 4:30 PM – Duration: 3 hours
Description: Watch the sunset, then discover the creatures of the night with a night hike in the jungle—night plants, spiders, frogs, and snakes! Your specialized guide will keep you safe and sound as you explore the rainforest in the dark!
Indigenous Boruca Town
Boruca people, as a community, offer this experience. Boruca is an indigenous tribe located among the Talamanca mountains and reaching the Terraba River on the South Pacific side of Costa Rica. The indigenous reserve has around 2,000 members. They live a traditional, unique life with a cultural and spiritual identity.
BIRDS WATCHING
In Costa Rica, the South Pacific, Osa is a popular destination for bird-watching enthusiasts. If you love seeing colorful birds, this tour is perfect for you!
KAYAKING TOUR
Kayaking is a fantastic and distinctive way to explore the natural splendor of Costa Rica.
MANGROVE WILDLIFE
Set out on the river for a cruise through the swamps and mangroves, and watch the mangrove wildlife around you come alive! Enjoy it all from the comfort of a boat. A great end to a perfect day! – day trips and group rates are available.
SURF LESSONS
Get up and ride on your first day! – surf lessons begin with ground rules and classroom instruction – then, put all that learning into action in the water! – Packages available for multi-day lessons.
HORSEBACK RIDING
Take horseback riding through the mountains, jungles, or beaches! start early for birdwatching, monkeys, and other wildlife – stop at a remote waterfall for a swim or start late for a sunset ride on the beach!
CANOPY ZIPLINE
Start time: 8:00 am, 11:00 am, and 2:00 pm – Duration: 2 – 3 hours
The Flight of the Toucan zipline tour is a rainforest experience and a canopy adventure suitable for the whole family.
Whale Medicine
Like the whales, we each sing a unique song that heals and uplifts our collective. Hear from DailyOM what we can learn from the wisdom of whales.
Microclimates in Costa Rica
Ever heard of microclimates? Alexandra Luty from Osa Tropical Properties explains what it’s all about and the role it plays when buying a property.
Dream Big, Dominicalito!
Dominicalito and its community are very close to young Pepe’s heart. That is why he wants to change the living conditions there. Help him to do so.
Massage: Bodies Talk
Need a massage? Physical Therapist Japhet Jones cares about your well-being. She uses different techniques, depending on the individual’s needs.
Astrology, Here and Now
Why is astrology relevant, you may ask, and what good can it do to know about it? We will explore these questions in the coming additions.
Cat Food: Canned Food vs. Dry Food
Many people feed their cats dry food. Learn from Kim Hurley why this is not a good idea and how you should feed your cat instead.
Construction – Preventive Maintenance
An important part of construction is preventive maintenance. Today, Pinturas Costa Ballena talks about the aesthetic Coralline stone floors or decks.
Cats and Dogs Need Your Help!
In our warm tropical environment, cats and dogs have babies all year round – it’s a big problem here. El Refugio offers a solution for overpopulation.
Electric Mobility in Costa Ballena
What is the situation with electric cars on the Costa Ballena? How and where can I charge my electric vehicle? Find out here!
Red Tides – National Alert
What are Red Tides and how do they destroy marine life? Dozens of marine species have been found dead. This is a national emergency.
Costa Ballena Calls out to Many
Costa Ballena kids were bussed to Quepos for the inaugural ‘Leoncitos’ event. 70 volunteers put smiles on the faces of children and their families.
Neem and Its Extraordinary Health Benefits
Miguel Garro Sánchez is a herbalist who grows Neem, noni, and moringa trees, all native to India. They all contain remarkable healing properties.
