Weekend Wild · Costa Rica

Uvita with kids

A hidden gem offering whale watching, beaches, wildlife, and access to stunning natural landscapes.

Family activities

  1. Marino Ballena National Park

    Marino Ballena National Park gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.

    Nature · All ages · Paid

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  2. Whale's Tail Beach

    Whale's Tail Beach is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.

    Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  3. Uvita Waterfall

    Uvita Waterfall gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.

    Nature · All ages · Paid

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  4. Whale Watching from Uvita

    Whale Watching from Uvita creates an up-close animal experience that feels personal and memorable.

    Animal Encounters · All ages · Paid

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  5. Caño Island Snorkeling Tour

    Caño Island Snorkeling Tour adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.

    Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid

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  6. Corcovado National Park Day Tour

    Corcovado National Park Day Tour reveals the destination from a fresh angle and keeps the whole family engaged.

    Tours · All ages · Paid

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  7. Sierpe Mangrove Boat Tour

    Sierpe Mangrove Boat Tour reveals the destination from a fresh angle and keeps the whole family engaged.

    Tours · All ages · Paid

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  8. Terraba-Sierpe National Wetlands

    Terraba-Sierpe National Wetlands gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.

    Nature · All ages · Paid

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  9. Nauyaca Waterfalls

    Nauyaca Waterfalls gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.

    Nature · All ages · Paid

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  10. Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary

    Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary creates an up-close animal experience that feels personal and memorable.

    Animal Encounters · All ages · Paid

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  11. Hacienda Barú Wildlife Refuge

    Hacienda Barú Wildlife Refuge gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.

    Nature · All ages · Paid

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  12. Playa Hermosa de Osa

    Playa Hermosa de Osa is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.

    Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  13. Playa Ventanas Sea Caves

    Playa Ventanas Sea Caves is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.

    Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  14. Playa Arco

    Playa Arco is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.

    Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  15. Playa Piñuela

    Playa Piñuela is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.

    Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  16. Playa Tortuga

    Playa Tortuga is a classic family outing for sand, water, fresh air, and an unhurried day.

    Beaches · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  17. Reserva Playa Tortuga Research Center

    Reserva Playa Tortuga Research Center creates an up-close animal experience that feels personal and memorable.

    Animal Encounters · All ages · Paid

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  18. Rancho La Merced National Wildlife Refuge

    Rancho La Merced National Wildlife Refuge gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.

    Nature · All ages · Paid

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  19. Santa Lucia Falls

    Santa Lucia Falls gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.

    Nature · All ages · Paid

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  20. El Pavón Waterfall

    El Pavón Waterfall gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.

    Nature · All ages · Paid

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  21. Eco Chontales Waterfall

    Eco Chontales Waterfall gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.

    Nature · All ages · Paid

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  22. Diamante Waterfall Hike

    Diamante Waterfall Hike offers a manageable family route with scenery that makes the walk feel adventurous.

    Kid-Friendly Trails · All ages · Free or low-cost

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  23. Uvita Family Surf Lesson

    Uvita Family Surf Lesson adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.

    Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid

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  24. Bahía Ballena Kayaking

    Bahía Ballena Kayaking adds an active, confidence-building challenge to the family itinerary.

    Outdoor Adventure · All ages · Paid

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  25. Sunset Catamaran from Uvita

    Sunset Catamaran from Uvita reveals the destination from a fresh angle and keeps the whole family engaged.

    Tours · All ages · Paid

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  26. Finca 6 Stone Spheres Site Museum

    Finca 6 Stone Spheres Site Museum turns local history, art, or remarkable objects into a vivid family experience.

    Museums · All ages · Paid

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  27. Stone Spheres of Costa Rica Park

    Stone Spheres of Costa Rica Park makes history tangible through a place families can explore together.

    Historical Sites · All ages · Paid

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  28. Oro Verde Biological Reserve

    Oro Verde Biological Reserve gives families a memorable close-up encounter with the destination's landscape and wildlife.

    Nature · All ages · Paid

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  29. Uvita Farmers Market

    Uvita Farmers Market is an easy family wander filled with local flavor, choice, and memorable treats.

    Food & Markets · All ages · Paid

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  30. Boruca Indigenous Community Museum

    Boruca Indigenous Community Museum turns local history, art, or remarkable objects into a vivid family experience.

    Museums · All ages · Paid

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