Ballena: Costa Rica’s Coastal Paradise in the Pacific Southern Region
Extending from Dominical at the south part to Ojochal, Ballena embrace a wide stretch of a stunning jagged coastline and plenty of gorgeous beaches. Located at the south portion of Costa Rica’s Pacific Region, it offers natural charm and unspoiled beauty that captivates an overwhelming appeal giving the region a distinct character. Ballena boasts an amazing biodiversity that makes it a perfect place for conservationists, natural lovers and eco-adventurer and offers outdoor activities that includes canopy sightseeing tour, sport fishing and tree-climbing adventures. Experience this amazing place by plane and arrive at Buenos Aires Airport (BAI), then drive 18 miles to reach the coast of Ballena, Costa Rica.
Best Time to Visit
Months from December to April are the best months to explore Ballena for a sunny hot weather though with chances of rainfall in January and February. Months of August and September are best for whale watching where tourists can also take part of the annual Whale Festival help every August.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Ballena offers tourists the best beaches that include Ventanas Beach, Tortuga Beach and Arco Beach that features variety of water activities. Marino Ballena National Park is the primary tourists’ site of Ballena where gentle marine animals are protected in a well preserve ecosystem. Other interesting places to visit are Rio Savegre Waterfall and Hacienda Baru. There are numerous city hotels to stay when visiting Ballena that are near to many of area’s top attractions, among these hotels are Hotel Villas Gaia, Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa and El Castillo - Adults Only.