Whale Watching at the Marino Ballena National Park

4.8 (184 reviews) Central Pacific, Costa Rica
Duration3h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 23 travelers

Overview

Our tour begins at our office, where you will meet our team and enjoy complimentary coffee and cookies while we wait for the group to arrive. Once everyone is together, you will follow us in your own vehicle to the parking area, which is included in the tour price. If you do not have a vehicle, we provide transportation from our office to the boat departure point.

Before boarding, you may have the opportunity to spot local wildlife such as monkeys, sloths, and tropical birds. Once on the boat, we begin searching for marine wildlife, especially humpback whales and dolphins. You will also enjoy panoramic views of iconic landmarks.

During the tour, we offer fresh tropical fruit, including watermelon and pineapple. Depending on weather, sea conditions, wildlife activity, and how the tour develops, there may also be an opportunity to enjoy some swimming time. Swimming is not guaranteed, and the itinerary may vary.

Our professional crew guides will make your experience enjoyable.

What's included

  • Lifejacket
  • Swimming time (According to conditions)
  • Entrance fee National Park Marino Ballena
  • Tour Guide
  • Parking
  • Tropical Fruits - Watermelon and Pineapple
  • No restroom on board
  • No Snorkeling
  • No puerto para abordar la embarcación, se hace directamente desde la playa

What to expect

  1. Parque Nacional Marino Ballena
    3h · Admission ticket included
    The whales and dolphins tour is develop along the Marino Ballena National Park, the main activity is the searching of the humpback whale but also we visit some places of interes like Ballena Island, Ventanas Caves and the famous formation of the whale tail.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Se les cita a los clientes en nuestra oficina ubicada en Puntarenas, Bahia Ballena. Oficina de Pacific Expeditions CR, contiguo a la tienda de ropa Ana Cruz

End point

El tour termina en la playa del parque nacional Marino Ballena, ahí el guía se despide de los clientes, los cuales se pueden quedar a disfrutar de la playa.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Los chalecos salvavidas son de uso obligatorio
  • No contamos con marina para abordar el bote
  • El bote no cuenta con sanitarios
  • No se garantiza un avistamiento del 100%

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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