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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Help our Community by Promoting the Local Economy

Living in this community for over 14 years, Dra. Mónica Alfaro tells us about some things she has learned during this time, regarding local economy.

Fishing in the Beautiful and Remote Drake Bay

Do you want to learn more about fishing and soon have big fish on the hook yourself? Learn more and book the best tour with Fish Drake Bay!

Protecting Nature - Monkey with a plastic bottle

Protecting Nature Starts at Home with AmbiciOsas

The main goal of AmbiciOsas is protecting nature. They set up a recycling system and hope to find a long-term solution to our waste consumption.

Wellbeing Chef Mayron - Preparing a Delicious Meal

Wellbeing Chef Mayron Q Peraza

Meet the wellbeing chef Mayron and his delicious menus at the nFusion Bistro on the terrace of the Villas Alturas hotel, with its incredible views.

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.