--- title: Quepos Fishing Charters | Private Sport Fishing Costa Rica url: https://costaricafishingcompany.com/ language: en description: Book private Quepos fishing charters from Marina Pez Vela. Sailfish, marlin and roosterfish with expert local captains, gear included. Reserve your date today. alternates: en: https://costaricafishingcompany.com/ es: https://costaricafishingcompany.com/es/ fr: https://costaricafishingcompany.com/fr/ de: https://costaricafishingcompany.com/de/ pt-BR: https://costaricafishingcompany.com/pt/ business: Costa Rica Fishing Company, Marina Pez Vela, Quepos, Puntarenas, Costa Rica booking: https://www.wetravel.com/trips/costa-rica-fishing-company-fighting-rooster-5858829175#about-this-trip --- Skip to content ![Private sport fishing charter off Quepos, Costa Rica](https://costaricafishingcompany.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/costa-rica-fishing-company-18.webp) 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. Book Your Charter View Our Trips - Fully Private - Expert Captains - All Gear Included - Licensed & Insured - **Days of Fishing:** 365 - **Trophy Species:** 6+ - **Private Charters:** 100% - **To Deep Water:** 20mi 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. 1. Year-Round Fishing World-class action every month. Different species peak at different times — there is always a reason to be on the water. 2. Expert Local Captains Born and raised fishing these waters. Bilingual captains who know every productive spot, current, and seasonal pattern. 3. Fully Private Charters Your group, your boat, your experience. We never mix groups — every trip is 100% private and tailored to you. About Us ## The Team Behind the Charters Costa Rica Fishing Company is a local sportfishing operator based at Marina Pez Vela in Quepos, running private offshore and inshore charters with captains who fish these waters year-round. A day on the water is often just the start. We work with a small circle of trusted local partners — operated by [Manuel Antonio Activities Central](https://manuelantonioactivitiescr.com/) — so it's easy to turn your charter into a full Quepos and Manuel Antonio adventure. ![Costa Rica Fishing Company, private fishing charters from Quepos, Costa Rica](https://costaricafishingcompany.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/fishing-quepos-costa-rica.webp) - [Quepo Canyoning Waterfall rappelling and canyoning deep in Quepos rainforest.](https://quepocanyoning.com/) - [ATV Fourtrax Guided ATV tours in Manuel Antonio through jungle trails and river crossings.](https://atvfourtrax.com/) - [Sea Quest Catamaran Snorkel and sunset catamaran cruises off Manuel Antonio.](https://catamarancruisemanuelantonio.com/) - [Hotel Tabulia Tree A rainforest hotel near to Marina Pez Vela, Quepos.](https://tabuliatree.com/) 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 in Quepos, Costa Rica](https://costaricafishingcompany.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/costa-rica-fishing-company-6.webp) 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 - Marina Pez Vela - Up to 6 passengers - All gear included Roosterfish · Cubera Snapper · Jack Crevalle · Sierra Mackerel **$950** per private charter · up to 6 anglers Book Half-Day ![3/4-day inshore fishing charter in Quepos, Costa Rica](https://costaricafishingcompany.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/costa-rica-fishing-company-7.webp) 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 - Marina Pez Vela - Up to 6 passengers - All gear included Roosterfish · Snapper · Grouper · Jack Crevalle · Pompano **$1,150** per private charter · up to 6 anglers Book 3/4 Day Inshore ![3/4-day offshore fishing charter in Quepos, Costa Rica](https://costaricafishingcompany.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/costa-rica-fishing-company-5.webp) 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 - Returns ~2:00 PM - Up to 6 passengers - All gear included Sailfish · Mahi-Mahi · Wahoo · Blue Marlin **$1,300** per private charter · up to 6 anglers Book 3/4 Day Offshore ![Full-day offshore fishing charter in Quepos, Costa Rica](https://costaricafishingcompany.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/costa-rica-fishing-company-4.webp) 9 Hours · Offshore Most Popular ### 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 **$1,550** per private charter · up to 6 anglers Book Full-Day Our Boat ### The *Fighting Rooster* A 32-foot sportfisher built for Pacific offshore fishing, with twin diesel engines, modern electronics and a current MOPT certificate. Every charter departs from Marina Pez Vela, Quepos. - **Length:** 32 ft (9.71 m) · beam 10.4 ft (3.17 m) - **Build:** 2025 · fiberglass hull - **Engines:** 2 Cummins diesel · 315 HP each (630 HP) - **Navigation & safety:** GPS, sonar, VHF radio, compass · MOPT certificate 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. 1. Sailfish Offshore · Catch & Release Costa Rica's signature species. Famous for explosive aerial acrobatics — multiple hookups daily during peak season out of Quepos. Peak: Dec – Apr 2. 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: May – Oct 3. 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: Year-Round · Best May – Nov 4. Mahi-Mahi Offshore · Dorado Brilliantly colored and acrobatic. Abundant around weed lines year-round, with the biggest runs from October through December. Peak: Oct – Dec · Good Year-Round 5. 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: Year-Round · Slow Oct – Nov 6. Wahoo Offshore · Speed Lightning-fast with razor-sharp teeth. A prized catch for serious anglers — most active from January through September offshore. Peak: Jan – Sep 7. 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: Jul – Dec 8. 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: May – Nov 9. 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: Year-Round 10. 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: Dec – Apr 11. 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 12. 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. Peak: Year-Round More Adventures ## Beyond Fishing in *Manuel Antonio* Combine your charter with other incredible experiences in the area. ![Canyoning near Quepos, Costa Rica](https://costaricafishingcompany.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/costa-rica-fishing-company-8.webp) ### Canyoning Quepos Rappel jungle waterfalls and swim in natural pools deep in the rainforest — minutes from Manuel Antonio. Learn More → ![ATV tours in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica](https://costaricafishingcompany.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/costa-rica-fishing-company-10.webp) ### ATV Tours Manuel Antonio Explore jungle trails, river crossings, and scenic viewpoints on a guided off-road ATV adventure. Learn More → ![Catamaran cruise in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica](https://costaricafishingcompany.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/costa-rica-fishing-company-12.webp) ### Catamaran Cruise Sail the Pacific at sunset aboard the Sea Quest catamaran — snorkeling, dolphins, and cocktails included. Learn More → Questions & Answers ## Frequently asked *questions* **Where do the sport fishing charters depart from?** All four charters depart from Marina Pez Vela, a modern full-service marina in Quepos, about 10 minutes from Manuel Antonio hotels and resorts. **How do I book and pay for a charter?** Choose your charter above and book directly through WeTravel's secure checkout. You'll receive an instant confirmation and can message the crew on WhatsApp with any questions before your trip. **What's included on a private sport fishing charter?** A fully rigged 32-foot sportfisher (The Fighting Rooster), licensed bilingual captain and mate, all rods, reels, tackle and bait, and safety equipment. Each charter is private for your group only, up to 6 anglers. **What's the difference between inshore and offshore?** Inshore charters (5–7 hours) target roosterfish, snapper and jacks close to the coast — a great fit for families and first-timers. Offshore charters (7–9 hours) run to deeper Pacific water for sailfish, marlin, tuna and mahi-mahi. **Is catch-and-release required?** Billfish — sailfish, blue and black marlin — are always released to protect the fishery. Table fish like tuna, mahi-mahi and snapper can be kept when regulations allow, at your discretion. **Do I need a fishing license?** Yes, a Costa Rica sport fishing license is required and is typically arranged by the crew as part of your charter. Costa Rica Fishing Company can confirm the details when you book. **Can beginners join a sport fishing charter?** Absolutely. The captain and mate guide every step, from setting up gear to fighting a fish to the boat. The Half-Day Inshore Charter is the easiest starting point for beginners and families. ![Fishing on the Pacific Ocean off Quepos, Costa Rica](https://costaricafishingcompany.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/costa-rica-fishing-company-20.webp) Private Sport Fishing · Marina Pez Vela ## Ready to Fish *Costa Rica?* Private charters available every day of the year from Marina Pez Vela. Expert local captains, all tackle included, hotel pickup available. View Charters WhatsApp Us