Costa Ballena, Osa, South Pacific Costa Rica Digital Magazine and Travel Guide

Costa Ballena is where the forest meets the South Pacific Ocean in the Osa Canton. It comprises the area from the Barú River, crossing the bridge at Dominical to the mouth of the Térraba River in Coronado.

The following small towns belong to the area: Dominical – Dominicalito – Hermosa Beach – San Josecito – Uvita - Bahía – Ballena – Ojochal – and Coronado.

Visit Uvita Beach at Marino Ballena National Park, the famous Whale’s Tail, with a length of about 2296 feet and a width of 820 feet; it is the world’s third-largest sandbank. During the low tide, you can walk to its very end.

Discover the wonders of Costa Ballena and keep browsing to find all you’ll need to know about your Costa Rica vacations in the South Pacific Region.

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Getting to Know “Sensei Sunshine”

“Sensei Sunshine” teaches self-defense and fitness classes. She holds a Second Degree Blackbelt. We interviewed her about her passion.

Sharing Your Gift With Others

As you embrace your gifts and allow their light to shine, you will discover that more and more opportunities to use them arise.

How does a Coati Cross the Road?

Jack Ewing of Hacienda Barú talks about Coatis and how the adults teach the youngsters to look both ways before stepping into the roadway.

New Bird Species in Costa Rica

Walter Sanchez, Professional Birder and Naturalist Guide, discovered a new bird species in Ojochal, Costa Rica: the Crimson-Backed Tanager.

Hotspot in Paradise – Whale Tail Hotel & Brewery

Whale Tail Hotel & Brewery. The perfect place to stay surrounded by lush nature, unique wildlife, and waterfalls, or to just enjoy a beer at the bar.

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.

Arquitectura - Construction - Construcción

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.