Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
A few kilometers before Uvita, opposite the turnoff to Oro Verde, is this 506-hectare na-
tional wildlife refuge (and former cattle ranch) with primary and secondary forests and
mangroves lining the Río Morete. Here you can take guided nature hikes, horseback-riding
tours to Punta Uvita and bird-watching walks. Tour prices vary.
You can also stay at La Merced in a 1940s farmhouse, which can accommodate up to 10
people in double rooms of various sizes (doubles US$85).
Tours
Bahía Aventuras
ADVENTURE TOUR
( 8846-6576, 2743-8362;
www.bahiaaventuras.com
)
A well-regarded tour operator in Uvita, Bahía Aventuras has tours running the gamut, from
surfing to diving to hiking, and spanning the Costa Ballena to Corcovado. Tour rates are
variable.
Festivals & Events
Best Fest
MUSIC
Adding to the festival season that's developing along the central Pacific coast, this new
music festival kicks off at the beginning of February and features a great mix of danceable,
up-and-coming Tico and American bands.
Envision Art, Music & Sacred Movement Festival
ART, MUSIC
Four days of spoken word, music, yoga, performance art, permaculture, dreadlocks and
DJs descend on Uvita in late February. Attendees set up camp in a jungle setting near the
beach in Uvita.
Sleeping & Eating
