Things to Do
Dominical - Playa Uvita
By Explore Costa Rica Staff
Apr 26, 2006, 15:09

Costa Rica National Parks: Southern Pacific Coast Dominical : Things to Do - Playa Uvita

Costa Rica's Dominical - Playa Uvita Beach

Playa Uvita

Located 16km (10 miles) south of Dominical. To get there from the village of Uvita, turn in at the village of Bahia and continue until you get to the ocean. The beach is well protected and great for swimming. At low tide, you can walk around and explore another tiny island.

This Costa Rica park get it's name from the whales sighted close to shore during the winter months. Some that have flown over the area say there’s a little island that resembles a whale’s tail.

Playa Uvita

The parks’ office, located at the entrance, regulates the park's use and have a small turtle-hatching shelter and program.

 
The entrance fee to this Costa Rica National Park is 400 colones (around $1). Camping is allowed for $2 pp/per day and has a public bathroom and shower.