Marino Ballena National Park

4.3/5
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4.3/5 · 642 reviews
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Feb 18, 2025
There are a few parking lots just prior to the park. It costs $6 for covered parking. Not all spaces within the lot are fully covered. It costs USD$6+IVA per person to get in the park. My credit …Full review by stevensT5103FP
Nov 2, 2024
WARNING: Watch out for whale tour scammer. Took 6 peoples money at $150/each. He goes by the name of "Chino." He drives red atv and is very aggresive to sell you whale tour. He is not licensed and…Full review by Leigh H
Sep 17, 2024
I went with Pacifico Tours' whale watching excursion. The team was fantastic and the ride surpassed my expectations. We did see about five whales and a group of dolphins. The caves were exceptiona…Full review by carpediem2019

Questions & answers

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Are there lockers to put your stuff in while you are at the beach?
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Not provided by the park. There might be businesses outside that provide you that service, but it’s generally better to leave your things in your car, and your car parked in a paid parking.
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Answer by Jorge V · Mar 12, 2021
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I want to go to Costa Rica with my children, my daughter will be 15 years old and I would like to take her to Costa Rica but …
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I want to go to Costa Rica with my children, my daughter will be 15 years old and I would like to take her to Costa Rica but I don't know what place to choose everything is beautiful I need please recommend me a place to have a good time with them.
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I agree with the above comments.... we took our 8 10 and 19 year old kids and we travelled down the coast starting in Jaco. Did not stay in that town; very very touristy. We Loved …
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I agree with the above comments.... we took our 8 10 and 19 year old kids and we travelled down the coast starting in Jaco. Did not stay in that town; very very touristy. We Loved Uvita, Dominical, Esterellas Este and the entire Manuel Rainforest area. This is the "beach" scene route. I think a lot of people head north of San Juan and visit the more mountainous volcano area.
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How many days are ideal to spend for this park?
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3 hours
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Answer by Dan P · Aug 10, 2018
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