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Whales and Dolphins Watching Tour
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Embark on a full-day coastal expedition from San José to the Pacific Coast at Marino Ballena National Park. Travel through scenic mountain passes and along the Pacific coastline before boarding an ocean safari in Uvita. Guided by experienced local captains and naturalists, you will observe sea turtles, ocean birds, resident pods of dolphins, and—during whale season—Pacific humpback whales. Enjoy coastal rock exploration, snorkeling sessions, and a delicious artisanal lunch before returning to the capital. SEASONAL NOTE: Whale watching is a seasonal activity directly tied to marine wildlife migration patterns. The Pacific Humpback Whale Seasons run from July to November (Antarctic Migration) and December to April (North American Migration).
Inclusions
What's included
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Marino Ballena National Park entrance fees
What's not
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Tips for Tour guide
Itinerary
Embark on a full-day coastal expedition from San José to the Pacific Coast at Marino Ballena National Park. Travel through scenic mountain passes and along the Pacific coastline before boarding an ocean safari in Uvita. Guided by experienced local captains and naturalists, you will observe sea turtles, ocean birds, resident pods of dolphins, and—during whale season—Pacific humpback whales.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Greenway Nature Day Tours
- 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
How it compares in San José
- Its from-price is 63% above the median of the 201 day trips we list in San José.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About San José
San José is Costa Rica's capital in the high Central Valley, a working city of theatres, markets and museums, close to volcanoes and coffee farms.
San José sits in a mountain-ringed valley at about 1,100 metres, where the climate is mild year-round. The neoclassical National Theatre, opened in 1897, is the city's finest building, and the Pre-Columbian Gold Museum and the Jade Museum show the artistry of ancient peoples. The Central Market, a maze of food stalls, coffee sellers and craft shops, keeps its old rhythm, and Barrio Amón and Barrio Escalante have grand houses and newer cafés.
Top-ranked sights in San José: Arenal Volcano National Park, San Jose Central Market (Mercado Central), National Theater (Teatro Nacional).
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