Where is Oxygen Jungle Villas located?

Above Uvita on Costa Rica's South Pacific coast, overlooking Marino Ballena National Park.

Is Oxygen Jungle Villas adults-only?

Yes. It is an adults-only property with a maximum of 24 guests; children under 18 are not permitted.

How many villas are there?

Twelve private villas — eight with ocean views and four immersed in the jungle.

Has Oxygen Jungle Villas won awards?

Yes. It is a TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice "Best of the Best" winner and rated the #1 best value in Uvita.

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Bird Watching Hikes

Birdwatching in Bahía Ballena and Uvita offers a rich variety of species that can also be spotted along the hotel’s trails and nearby areas. Guests may encounter colorful toucans, parrots, tanagers, and hummingbirds, as well as seabirds and migratory species depending on the season. The experience highlights the incredible biodiversity of Costa Rica’s South Pacific, making it accessible right from the property and its surroundings.

Lowland Bird Watching Hike

This hike begins early when the birds are just becoming active. First is a visit to a tower, located on a hill at treetop level. This is an ideal location for spotting tanagers, honeycreepers, toucans, saltators, vireos and many more. From there you will hike through a secondary forest with your sharp-eyed guide until you arrive at La Casona, the old Hacienda Baru home, where you will enjoy a delicious breakfast of typical Costa Rican food.

After breakfast you will continue on to the river, your best chance to observe pelagic species. Petrels, jaegers, gulls, and others are likely to be found there. Later you will visit the rookery, secondary forest and the beach.

Duration: 5 – 6 hours
Times: Monday – Saturday at 5:30 AM (minimum of 2, maximum of 8 people)

What to wear: closed-toed comfortable hiking shoes, long trousers or shorts
What to bring: water, insect repellent, backpack, camera