Costa Ballena Guide, Costa Rica Free Digital Magazine and Travel Guide
*Ballena Tales* is a digital and interactive guide highlighting the wonders of Costa Ballena, in Costa Rica's South Pacific. This magazine offers in-depth coverage of activities, services, natural attractions, wildlife, dining options, accommodations, and events in the region.
With an innovative approach, it combines print and digital publications within an ecosystem that includes a blog, business directory, and links to social media profiles and advertiser websites. The digital edition has a global reach, with thousands of readers, while the print version reaches over 8,000 readers in the region.
According to studies, each print copy is read by an average of 2.3 residents and 18 visitors, resulting in approximately 142,000 readers per year, with a print run of 7,000 copies.
In addition to its informative and engaging content, *Ballena Tales* supports community and environmental initiatives, contributing pro bono to positive projects for the sustainable and cultural development of the South Pacific. Its editorial mission is to satisfy readers while boosting the value of advertiser brands and promoting the overall growth of the region.
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DISCOVER THE SOUTH PACIFIC
Costa Ballena, located in the Osa Canton, is a region where the tropical forest meets the South Pacific Ocean, offering a unique natural environment. This area stretches from the Barú River in Dominical to the mouth of the Térraba River in Coronado, encompassing communities such as Dominical, Dominicalito, Uvita, Bahía, Ojochal, and Coronado.
One of its main attractions is Uvita Beach, located within the Marino Ballena National Park. This park stands out for the impressive natural formation known as the "Whale's Tail," a sandbank that stretches 2,296 meters in length and 2,800 meters in width, making it the third-largest in the world. At low tide, visitors can walk to the edge of this formation, enjoying spectacular views and an unforgettable experience.
Costa Ballena combines natural beauty, biodiversity, and picturesque communities, establishing itself as a prominent tourist destination in Costa Rica.
SAN ISIDRO
SIERPE
GOLFO DULCE
Costa Ballena includes the three towns of Dominical, Uvita, and Ojochal.
They have much to offer, from yoga retreats and surfing competitions to culinary events and a nature walk in the jungle. The tropical climate of Costa Rica's South Pacific and the happiness of its people create a great atmosphere in bars and restaurants, where one can enjoy a good meal, a cold beer, and generally a pleasant evening.
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The South Pacific paradise of Costa Rica is one of the most beautiful places in the country. Ballena Tales is always there to help. Whether it's finding transportation or a good spa in the area, we know how to reach them or where to find them! By browsing through our Services Section, you can learn more about the services Costa Ballena offers. READ MORE:
Costa Ballena offers you the best surfing conditions: Sunshine almost every day, big waves, and a laid-back atmosphere and lifestyle. Dominical has specially developed into a real surfers' paradise.
The tides chart is one of the favorite pages of our visitors. It is essential to know the ideal time to visit the whale tail at the Marino Ballena National Park, and also useful for lovers of sports fishing and surfing. READ MORE:
Paul Gerace ~ from Graffiti to Wildlife
By Dagmar Reinhard Paul Gerace has turned his attention from New York City graffiti images to the most colorful birds, wildlife, and surf photography. Paul was born in New York and got his interest in […]
Costanera Sur or Pacífica Fernández?
Who was Pacífica Fernández Oreamuno? By Dagmar Reinhard Photos by Dagmar Reinhard Doña Pacífica was born in San José, on August 23, 1828. She became the youngest ‘First Lady’ of Costa Rica when she was […]
There are several treatment options to minimize Age Spots
Age spots commonly appear after 30 years of age and especially on the areas of the body that have been overexposed to sunlight, such as hands, face, arms, forehead, and shoulders. This condition can be avoided with the use of sunscreen of at least 30 SPF. Of course, it is very important to stay away from direct sun.
Follow the Roots ~ the Road to Boruca
By Susan Atkinson Photo by Pam Capista Have you ever wondered about the origins of the people living here in Costa Rica? Do you want to learn more of the folklore and traditions? Well, […]
Dominical and the Barú River
Surfers’ Paradise By. Trevor Brown Pictures by Jack Edwing and Camaleon Studio.com Surfing in Dominical exists because of the Barú River. A lot of famous beach breaks around the world are near a large river […]
The Baru River
By Jack Edwing Photo Jack Edwing and CamaleonEstudio.comAbove the village of San Juan de Dios, we find the Caña Blanca River, which flows into the Guabo River, which later joins the Barú River at the […]
Costa Rica´s South Pacific Celebrates the Return of the National Football Team
As well in Uvita, Costa Ballena – South Pacific, the return of Costa Rica’s football team was greeted with euphoria. The euphoria of the Brazil World Cup 2014 celebration invaded Costa Ballena´s residents, without distinction of […]
Zumba Latin Party at Hotel Roca Verde
At Roca Verde Hotel and Restaurant, Dominicalito Saturday, July 19, 19.30 – 21.30 with DJ Felipe de Paris Come and enjoy a fabulous party beside the beach! The motto is to have fun and get […]
Mangrove Boat Tour on the Sierpe River Costa Rica
Kokopelli Tours offers Wildlife and Mangrove boat tour, Crocodile Night tours Special Birdwatching tours For any other tour you have dreamt of, just ask!
Kokopelli sierpe, amazing wildlife tour, mangrove tour
Kokopelli Tours is specialized in wildlife and mangrove tours for smaller groups, a minimum of two people, and adjust to the time you have available for their unique excursions.
The owner of Kokopelli Tours and longtime resident in Sierpe is Claudia Langguth from Germany. She speaks English, French, Spanish and German and can give you the best advice about this paradisaical part of the world.
Emergency Pet-Room – 2
By Dr.Fernando Riera S. Only emergencies Cel. 8730 8282 Cases of poisoning are usually accompanied by seizures, and they worsen when the nervous system is affected. When we find our pet poisoned and looking convulsive, […]
United by art – Richard Lee meets William Morales in Dominical
By Dagmar Reinhard Richard Lee Wendel is a successful professional trumpet player from New York. Many of us had the privilege of attending his powerful performances at Envision 2013 and 2014. Richard has toured the […]
Local guides graduated in First Aid and RCP in Uvita!
By Dagmar Reinhard Submitted by Instructor David Flores Segura Local tourist guides received a ten-week first aid and CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) training endorsed by the National Learning Institution (INA). A emergency crew was created, and […]
Better safe than sorry! Dangerous Rip Currents
By Dagmar Reinhard Costa Ballena is proud to have two lifeguard towers, one in Dominical and the other at Playa Hermosa. This important service for our community is funded by local business and individuals making […]
The basilisk, the lizard that walks on the water
By César Barrios Amorós Photos by César Barrios Amorós Some name this reptile, Jesus Christ lizard, because it can run on water. In Costa Rica, it is known by other names such as cherepo, gallego, […]
Indigenous Tribes of Costa Rica
By Ellen Hoel Photos by Pam Capista Hidden within the beautiful rain forests, amazing wild life and gorgeous beaches of Costa Rica are communities of indigenous people who are descendants of the Mayans and Indians […]
The Blue Estuary
By Claudia Langguth Photos by Claudia Langguth The Blue Estuary (Estero Azul) is a manmade channel running from the Sierpe River to an end spot near Finca 6, the known location of the new Spheres´ […]
Finding a Common Ground
By Pilar Salazar* I love the humbleness and kindness in the eyes of the family I buy my fresh veggies from. It’s the same feeling I perceive when I spend time with my childhood friend […]
JUNE 15th- International Tree Day
From June 13th to 15th – the 5th annual Ojoche tree (brosimum alicastrum) celebration will take place. The ojoche is our Ojochal community’s identity symbol. Ojochal was named after the Ojoche tree, which used to […]
What is your favorite bird in Costa Ballena?
What is your favorite bird in Costa Ballena?By Susana GarciaAt the end of the summer, we say good-bye to beautiful migratory birds such as ospreys starting their journey back to their breeding grounds in North […]
Natural or living fences in Costa Rica
By Robert E. Rodgers Photos by Bobby Rodgers Living Fences are as happy to see the rain return as us humanoids. After our favorite canine friend, the living fence might be our most natural way […]
Cannonball Tree (Couroupita guianensis)
By Dagmar Reinhard During the Spheres´ Festival at the Palmar Sur Park, we were fortunate to admire and enjoy this evergreen tree, which is native to the tropical northern South America, Central America, and the […]
Art in a nut shell
By Dagmar Reinhard Juanita González Araya lives in Palmar Norte, everybody knows her as the coconut artist. In her outdoor’s garden, she creates art from coconut shells; some of her pieces are tropical animals such […]
Angels of the sea at Playa Hermosa
By Dagmar Reinhard Lifeguard Álvaro Cedeño Obando from Dominical, started his first ocean watches when he was 14 years old. He was already a good surfer in great shape when he was discovered by Matt […]
Emergency Pet-Room
By Dr. Vet. Fernando Riera S. Cel. 8730 8282 emergencies only Emergencies are situations requiring quick and immediate actions since every minute counts when it is about saving our pet’s life. First, we must calm […]