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Regional Guides

The questions that come up before almost every stay on Costa Rica's Southern Pacific coast — answered once, clearly, from real guest experience.

01

Where You Are

Costa Ballena, Uvita, Dominical & Ojochal — how the region actually fits together, and whether you can walk to the beach.

02

Getting Here

Airports, the ~3.5-hour drive, arrival day, and the gentler ways to begin — including what to do if you land late.

03

Roads, Rental Cars & Transport

Do you need a 4x4? Who to rent from, transfers and drivers, and how villa access and meeting points really work.

04

Beaches, Parks & Days Out

Which beach for swimming vs surfing, the Whale's Tail, the waterfalls, and the tours worth booking ahead.

05

Food, Groceries & Chefs

The private chef, where to actually buy groceries, the markets and fish vendors, delivery, and where to eat out.

06

Weather, Packing & Comfort

The two seasons, the heat and rain, which rooms have AC, and exactly what to bring — and not worry about.

07

Wildlife & Living in Nature

Toucans, monkeys, sloths, the night soundscape, and how to live easily alongside open-air rainforest life.

08

Families & Multi-Generational

Children, grandparents, pool safety, mobility, swim lessons, and combining neighbouring villas for several families.

09

Medical Care & What-If

Clinics, pharmacies, labs, hospitals, 911, travel insurance, and how the team helps when something changes.