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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Mother Nature - 36 Year Secondary Forest Rewilded

Mother Nature Did It

When we leave the land to Mother Nature, she transforms it back into a wild state so that it provides food for countless species of living things.

Seeds – The Heritage of the Last 800 Generations

Seeds are at the heart of all food systems. Currently, processes are being initiated that would take away this heritage. We cannot allow this!

Architecture 101 – How NOT to Build a House

Want to build a house but don’t know much about architecture? Architect Jose Roberto Guillen Vargas explains what steps are to be avoided.

RECHERCHÉ – Your Costa Rica Adventure Continues

With RECHERCHÉ furnishings you can bring the unexpected into your home and make it an exceptional place for your family, friends, and yourself.

How to Learn to Surf

Surfing can be a great way to relax and escape life’s everyday stress. Discover here some helpful tips that will help you start enjoying the waves.

The Luxury of Minimalist Living in Costa Ballena

Those of us who moved to Costa Ballena seeking a simpler, purer life find that we are blessed with a luxury lifestyle beyond what money can buy.

Great Way to Increase Biodiversity: A Pond

A Pond Is a Great Way to Increase Biodiversity

We have created two ponds on our land to increase biodiversity. They provide a home and both food and water for many animals.

S.O.S. Our Environment is in Danger!

Osa Vive is dedicated to ensuring local development under Costa Rican environmental laws. Please help us protect our land. Costa Rica is worth it!

Single Mom: Our Journey in Costa Rica

When I found out I was pregnant, I almost gave up and returned to the US. Single mom in a foreign country, me?! Learn how I took on and overcame this challenge anyway.

Love of Friends, Family, and Horses!

After living in Costa Rica, coming back to the United States is like a reverse culture shock. Yet, there was much love from friends, family, and horses!

Seed Festival – Tinamaste 2022

During the seed festival, people from all over the region shared seeds, ideas, projects, plants, and lots of lively and cheerful conversations.

Can a Cat be Good for your Health?

Did you know that cats have healing abilities? Find out how that works and adopt a cat at el Refugio in Uvita! It will drastically improve your life!

Multicultural Fair Bahía Ballena

In July, Bahía was the center of attraction. On July 9 and 10, the first Multicultural Fair was held at the community hall in Bahía Ballena.

The Call of the Whales

On a whale-watching tour, spectators not only saw a whale jump in front of them but were also able to observe other sea creatures while snorkeling.

nFusion Restaurant at Villas Alturas Hotel, Digital Mgazine

South Pacific Costa Rica Free Digital Magazine, Ballena Tales #86

Ballena Tales is an essential comprehensive free guide, and digital magazine for travelers, residents, and investors covering Costa Ballena

Mother Earth is Not for Sale

Mother Earth is not for sale. Care for Earth is our ethical and ecological responsibility and regenerates nature’s resources, biodiversity, and economy.

Ocean Day Festival Uvita 2022, all ships rise with the tide

This year’s Ocean Day Festival in Uvita was a great success. Between cotton candy, face painting, food, and ocean talk, there was a lot of laughter!

Dominical, a Little Paradise for Surfers and Travelers

Get to know Dominical, a paradise in Osa, with its local comradery and small-town atmosphere that attracts surfers and travelers worldwide.

Finca 6: Heritage, Culture, and Education

Museo Finca 6 has established an educational program based on the values of heritage as pillars for establishing these educational actions.

Le French Café: Kevin Chavez, Simon Michel-x, Kevin Charpentier

Le French Café and Its Four Hand Menus

Creating a menu with four hands is an art that combines the talents, ideas, concepts, and passion of two chefs. See for yourself at Le French Café.

Osa Vive – Protect Costa Ballena

Osa Vive! is a local environmental group that demands that developers respect Costa Rica’s environmental laws. We file lawsuits, make reports of environmental damage, and raise awareness.

Innoceana: Fotografía de gran ángulo por Yulian Cordero

Underwater Photography Expedition at Innoceana

For the first time, Innoceana is offering a 7-day underwater photography expedition at its Marine Conservation and Education Center in Ojochal. Join them on this adventure and take a look at the incredible photos!

Tattoo and Piercing in Uvita

Uvita Ink Studio, located at the famous Plaza Bahia Moana, offers tattoos and piercings. They look forward to immortalizing a beautiful memory in your body.