Whale Watching in Costa Rica

With one of the longest whale watching seasons in the world due to migrating humpbacks from Antarctica (July/August to October/November) and breeding humpbacks from the Arctic (December to March/April), Costa Rica offers a wealth of opportunities to view these magnificent creatures up close and personal.

With over 100,000 visitors enjoying whale watching in Costa Rica each year, here are some Travel Tips for Choosing a Whale Watching Tour in Costa Rica:

• Check out a companies reputation before making a commitment – TripAdvisor is useful as are Client Testimonials on a prospective company’s website
• Compare prices and value (length of tour, cost, distance traveled) before committing
• Ask questions like:
• Do you have audio equipment so we can listen to the whales? 
• Do you offer snorkeling with the whales? 
• Do you offer video recordings at the end of the tour? (that way you can just marvel in the experience while it’s happening)
• What amenities are offered while onboard?  Can you bring your own refreshments?
• Will the tour be cancelled if it’s raining or for bad weather conditions?
• What is the length of the tour?
• How many passengers can the boat accommodate?
• Is there a refund offered if you don’t see any whales?
• Is there a naturalist or biologist onboard for commentary and/or questions?

So where can you enjoy whale watching in Costa Rica?  The best location is along Costa Rica's Pacific Coast near the Osa Peninsula in areas like Drake Bay, Cano Island, Marino Ballena National Park and Manuel Antonio Marine Preserve.

One of the best central locations to choose your Costa Rica accommodations is right here in Playas del Coco.  Our condo sleeps 4 and rents out for only $60 per night low season (April to October) and only $75 high season (November to March) – or save by week and stay for 5 nights and get 2 FREE from only $300!  Check out Ocean Views and Amenities.

Cheers from Costa Rica!