Bahia ballena
Located between the cities of Piñuela and Uvita, Playa Bahía Ballena is part of the large Marino Ballena National Park. The largest marine reserve, which was created in 1990, was named for its humpback whales as many frequent its waters. Beach visitors are most likely to see the magnificent creatures between December and March each year, when the animals migrate across the adjacent bay. Many interesting animals also live on land near Playa Bahía Ballena. The beach is home to the nesting colonies of several exotic bird species, including magnificent frigatebirds and blue-footed boobies. Large groups of green iguanas and lizards can also be seen running across the sand, and the beach seems to come to life every day as hermit crabs dart in and out of the water.
Bahia ballena