Sport Fishing Charters
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Every Charter. Every Time.
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)
Fish You Can Target in Quepos
The Pacific waters off Quepos hold an extraordinary variety of game fish — available year-round.
Sailfish
Costa Rica's signature species. Famous for explosive aerial acrobatics — multiple hookups daily during peak season out of Quepos.
Blue Marlin
The ultimate trophy fish. Some of the largest marlin in the world pass through Quepos waters — concentrated offshore May through October.
Yellowfin Tuna
One of the hardest-fighting fish in the ocean. Found every month — often in large schools near spinner dolphins offshore.
Mahi-Mahi
Brilliantly colored and acrobatic. Abundant around weed lines year-round, with the biggest runs from October through December.
Roosterfish
An iconic inshore species found along the beaches and rocky points of Manuel Antonio. Non-migratory and available year-round.
Wahoo
Lightning-fast with razor-sharp teeth. A prized catch for serious anglers — most active from January through September offshore.
Cubera Snapper
One of the most sought-after inshore species in Costa Rica. Found around rocky structure and reefs close to the coast of Manuel Antonio.
Grouper
Goliath and Red Grouper inhabit the reefs and rocky bottoms near Manuel Antonio. Strong fighters and excellent table fare.
Jack Crevalle
Aggressive and hard-fighting. Jack Crevalle are available year-round in the nearshore waters and are excellent on light tackle.
Striped Marlin
Often mixed in with sailfish during peak dry season. Striped marlin are acrobatic fighters that push every angler to their limit.
Bonito
A reliable target on both inshore and offshore trips. Bonito are fast, scrappy fish that keep the action going between bigger species.
Sierra Mackerel
A light-tackle favorite on inshore trips. Sierra Mackerel are fast, feisty, and a great species for beginners and families.
Beyond Fishing in Manuel Antonio
Combine your charter with other incredible experiences in the area.
Canyoning Quepos
Rappel jungle waterfalls and swim in natural pools deep in the rainforest — minutes from Manuel Antonio.
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ATV Tours Manuel Antonio
Explore jungle trails, river crossings, and scenic viewpoints on a guided off-road ATV adventure.
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Catamaran Cruise
Sail the Pacific at sunset aboard the Sea Quest catamaran — snorkeling, dolphins, and cocktails included.
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Private charters available every day of the year from Quepos Marina. Expert local captains, all tackle included, hotel pickup available.