Costa Ricaxplores • Sport Fishing

American-Style Sport Fishing Boat

American hull, fully equipped — live bait, trolling, casting and bottom fishing. Depart from Papagayo bay and go ~15 miles offshore.

Half day (4 hours)
$695
1–4 people • licenses + drinks + snacks included
Premium experience
Gulf of Papagayo

Tour description

American-style fishing boat with an American hull, fully equipped for sport fishing. We use live bait, trolling, and bait such as ladyfish and mullet. We depart from the bay and travel approximately 15 miles offshore to reach the fishing grounds.

DurationHalf day: 4 hours (midday)
Group size1 to 4 people per boat
Offshore distance~15 miles (half day)
IncludedLicenses + gear + drinks + snacks

Seasons & target species

We adapt techniques based on the season to maximize your chances of landing great fish.

Winter / Rainy season High chance
  • Dorado (Mahi-mahi) ~90%
  • Yellowfin tuna
  • Sailfish
Techniques: live bait + trolling + bait rigs.
Summer season Mixed techniques
  • Tuna
  • Roosterfish ~50%
  • Bottom fishing: Red snapper
We also do bottom fishing for quality reef species.

What’s included

On board
  • All fishing gear & rods
  • Fishing license for each person
  • Beer, soft drinks, juices
  • Snacks
Navigation
  • Radio
  • GPS
  • Experienced captain & crew

Full day option (8 hours)

Full day starts at 7:00 a.m. and includes 8 hours of fishing. We include beer, juices, fruit, fishing licenses and all equipment (radio, GPS, rods). Techniques: trolling, live-bait trolling, lures like ballyhoo and Rapala, and casting. We can go up to 30 miles offshore for bigger fish.

Offshore targets
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Yellowfin tuna
  • Big fish: 90–160 lb potential
Food included
  • Casado
  • Rice & beans + chicken
  • Chicken wraps
Local options included on full day.

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