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Quepos · Costa Rica · Pacific Ocean

Sport Fishing Charters

QUEPOS & MANUEL ANTONIO

Experience world-class sportfishing in the legendary Pacific waters of Quepos and Manuel Antonio. Private charters, expert local captains, all gear included — for beginners, families, and serious anglers alike.

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  • Fully Private
  • Expert Captains
  • All Gear Included
  • Licensed & Insured

365

DAYS OF FISHING

6+

TROPHY SPECIES

100%

PRIVATE CHARTERS

20mi

TO DEEP WATER

WHY QUEPOS

One of the World's
 Top Fishing Destinations

Deep canyon walls drop just miles offshore — creating a year-round 

ecosystem for sailfish, marlin, tuna,dorado, and roosterfish.

YEAR-ROUND FISHING

World-class action every month. Different species peak at different times — there is always a reason to be on the water.

EXPERT LOCAL CAPTAINS

Born and raised fishing these waters. Bilingual captains who know every productive spot, current, and seasonal pattern.

FULLY PRIVATE CHARTERS

Your group, your boat, your experience. We never mix groups — every trip is 100% private and tailored to you.

OUR CHARTERS

Choose Your Fishing Charter

Charter options designed to give you the best possible experience based on your available time and the species you want to target.

Half-Day Inshore Fishing Charter Quepos
4–5 Hours · Inshore

Half-Day Inshore Charter

Ideal for families, beginners, and anglers looking for inshore species in the beautiful waters of Manuel Antonio.

7:00 AM or 1:00 PM
Up to 6 passengers
Quepos Marina
All gear included
Roosterfish · Cubera Snapper · Jack Crevalle · Sierra Mackerel
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3/4 Day Inshore Fishing Charter Quepos
6–7 Hours · Inshore

3/4 Day Inshore Charter

More time on the water means more ground covered. Access a wider variety of inshore species along the Manuel Antonio coastline and beyond.

Departs 7:00 AM
Up to 6 passengers
Quepos Marina
All gear included
Roosterfish · Snapper · Grouper · Jack Crevalle · Pompano
BOOK 3/4 DAY INSHORE
3/4 Day Offshore Fishing Charter Quepos
6–7 Hours · Offshore

3/4 Day Offshore Charter

Blue water species without the full-day commitment. Reach offshore grounds and target billfish and pelagics, back by early afternoon.

Departs 7:00 AM
Up to 6 passengers
Returns ~2:00 PM
All gear included
Sailfish · Mahi-Mahi · Wahoo · Blue Marlin
BOOK 3/4 DAY OFFSHORE
Full-Day Offshore Fishing Charter Quepos
Most Popular
8–10 Hours · Offshore

Full-Day Offshore Charter

The ultimate sport fishing experience in Costa Rica. Trophy billfish, deep Pacific waters, expert captains on your private boat.

Departs 7:00 AM
Returns ~4:00 PM
Lunch on board included
Up to 6 passengers
Sailfish · Blue Marlin · Yellowfin Tuna · Mahi-Mahi · Wahoo
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WHAT'S INCLUDED

Every Charter. Every Time.

All Charters
What's Included
Captain & Crew
Professional bilingual Captain + Mate
Fishing Gear
All rods, reels, bait & tackle
Drinks & Snacks
Soft drinks, beer, water & fresh fruit
Light Bites
PB&J, ham & cheese, hot dogs, chips & pretzels
Fishing Licenses
INCOPESCA permits included
Fish Cleaning
Cleaning & filleting of your catch
Onboard Facilities
Toilet on board
Not Included
Gratuity for crew (10–20% customary) · Hotel pickup (optional add-on)
TARGET SPECIES

Fish You Can Target in Quepos

The Pacific waters off Quepos hold an extraordinary variety of game fish — available year-round.

Peak: Dec – Apr
Sailfish
Offshore · Catch & Release
Costa Rica's signature species. Famous for explosive aerial acrobatics — multiple hookups daily during peak season out of Quepos.
Peak: May – Oct
Blue Marlin
Offshore · Trophy
The ultimate trophy fish. Some of the largest marlin in the world pass through Quepos waters — concentrated offshore May through October.
Peak: Year-Round · Best May – Nov
Yellowfin Tuna
Offshore · Table Fare
One of the hardest-fighting fish in the ocean. Found every month — often in large schools near spinner dolphins offshore.
Peak: Oct – Dec · Good Year-Round
Mahi-Mahi
Offshore · Dorado
Brilliantly colored and acrobatic. Abundant around weed lines year-round, with the biggest runs from October through December.
Peak: Year-Round · Slow Oct – Nov
Roosterfish
Inshore · Iconic · Catch & Release
An iconic inshore species found along the beaches and rocky points of Manuel Antonio. Non-migratory and available year-round.
Peak: Jan – Sep
Wahoo
Offshore · Speed
Lightning-fast with razor-sharp teeth. A prized catch for serious anglers — most active from January through September offshore.
Peak: Jul – Dec
Cubera Snapper
Inshore · Reef · Table Fare
One of the most sought-after inshore species in Costa Rica. Found around rocky structure and reefs close to the coast of Manuel Antonio.
Peak: May – Nov
Grouper
Inshore · Reef · Table Fare
Goliath and Red Grouper inhabit the reefs and rocky bottoms near Manuel Antonio. Strong fighters and excellent table fare.
Peak: Year-Round
Jack Crevalle
Inshore · Nearshore
Aggressive and hard-fighting. Jack Crevalle are available year-round in the nearshore waters and are excellent on light tackle.
Peak: Dec – Apr
Striped Marlin
Offshore · Billfish
Often mixed in with sailfish during peak dry season. Striped marlin are acrobatic fighters that push every angler to their limit.
Peak: Year-Round
Bonito
Inshore · Offshore
A reliable target on both inshore and offshore trips. Bonito are fast, scrappy fish that keep the action going between bigger species.
Peak: Year-Round
Sierra Mackerel
Inshore · Light Tackle
A light-tackle favorite on inshore trips. Sierra Mackerel are fast, feisty, and a great species for beginners and families.
MORE ADVENTURES

Beyond Fishing in Manuel Antonio

Combine your charter with other incredible experiences in the area.

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Ready for Your
 Quepos Fishing Charter?

Deep canyon walls drop just miles offshore — creating a year-round

 ecosystem for sailfish, marlin, tuna, dorado, and roosterfish.

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Private Sport Fishing · Quepos Marina

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Private charters available every day of the year from Quepos Marina. Expert local captains, all tackle included, hotel pickup available.