Contact Jeanine or Andrew at Dominical Waverider. They are the best surf teachers in the area. Do tell them that you were referred by us at Selva Escondida.
Whale’s Tail
Annick Nadeau2025-04-07T13:45:58-06:00You must visit the beach that forms on the Whales Tail ("Bellena") at low tide. Driving south, it's just after Uvita on the right. You can see this amazing geological formation from our Villa Chill and throughout Selva Escondida. During low tide, a sand bar appears for 3 hours connecting to a rocky island. Wonderful for [...]
Fruits Vendor
Annick Nadeau2025-04-08T08:26:33-06:00Fruit vendors have the best selection of fruits and are cheaper. There is one on the left side of the road as you are driving towards Uvita.
Playa Dominical
Annick Nadeau2025-04-07T13:45:41-06:0015 minutes north, has bigger waves and a decent beach scene with restaurants. You'll also find a small supermarket, bank with ATM, surf shops, etc.
Playa Dominicalito
Annick Nadeau2025-04-07T13:45:50-06:0010 minutes north, is a very scenic small beach with waves crashing on rock formations on the beach. We love to take walks there with the kids and collect seashells.
Sloth
Annick Nadeau2025-04-07T13:39:55-06:00Sloths are very difficult to spot. They are slow, quiet and very well camouflaged. This one was found on our property.
Hiking
Annick Nadeau2025-12-07T11:01:38-06:00Selva Escondida is a tropical rainforest property with Mother Nature on full display. You'll be able to explore wildlife without having to drive anywhere. We maintain a private trail system as follows: Sunrise walk on concrete roads in flip flops with you cup of coffee in hands Moderate 30 minutes hike up [...]