Papagayo Fishing Charters
Experience the thrill of Papagayo fishing Charters, and a dream come true for avid anglers! Nestled along the pristine coastline of Papagayo, this fishing paradise offers unparalleled opportunities to catch trophy fish. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a beginner, Papagayo’s abundant waters teem with marlin, tuna, dorado, and more. With its year-round warm weather and knowledgeable local guides, Papagayo promises a memorable fishing adventure. There’s something for everyone, from adrenaline-pumping deep-sea excursions to relaxing inshore trips.
mahi mahi fishing in Papagayo
We are located in Playas del Coco, Guanacaste, which is just 20 minutes away from Guanacaste International Airport in Liberia, Costa Rica. The Gulf of Papagayo is one of the best spots to experience big game sport fishing.
Papagayo fishing is worldwide recognized as the home of big and abundant Sailfish, Striped and Blue Marlin, Yellowfin tuna, Roosterfish, Mackerel, Amberjack, and Bulk Mahi-mahi. Due to its fertile waters, with an average fish size between 80 and 150 pounds.
This spectacular Costa Rica fishing paradise will give you all the emotion, fun, and adrenaline you seek with over 200 km of coastline, where you can discover spectacular beaches with warm and crystal waters.
Although our operations center is located in Playas del Coco, we offer our services to Costa Rica’s most popular fishing destinations.
Papagayo Fishing Resorts
Top Papagayo fishing Resorts where we provide beach pick up services are Four Seasons Costa Rica, Andaz Hyatt Papagayo, Planet Hollywood, Exclusive Resort, Nekajui by Ritz, Waldorf Astoria, Riu Palace, Riu Guanacaste, Mangroove Resort, Secrets Papagayo, CC Beach Front Papagayo, Bosque del Mar, Occidental Papagayo, Villas Sol Playa Hermosa, Bahia Pez Vela, Las Catalinas, W Costa Rica, Westin Conchal, Westin Reserva Conchal, JW Marriott, Dreams las Mareas, Costa Elena Resort
Papagayo Fishing Destinations
Some Guanacaste fishing destinations are Flamingo, Las Catalinas, Tamarindo, Ocotal, Playa Conchal, Playa Panama, Playa Hermosa, Playa Potrero, and El Jobo Beach, where Dreams las Mareas Resort is located. No matter where you are in the Gulf of Papagayo, you can enjoy a beautiful sunset by the sea while listening to the waves and the songs of the birds that live in the Gulf of Papagayo.
Central Pacific Fishing destination
Fishing is a must-try activity if you’re looking for an unforgettable experience on the central Pacific coast. We offer fishing charters from Quepos (Marina Pez Vela), Manuel Antonio, and Marina Los Suenos in Herradura. You can enjoy the thrill of fishing amidst stunning oceanic views. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to create unforgettable memories!
We carefully choose the best fishing boats, equipped with experienced captains and crew, to ensure a safe and enjoyable sportfishing experience you will never forget. Whether you are a professional angler, a beginner, or simply looking for an exciting adventure, we welcome everyone on board to enjoy the fishing trip of a lifetime!
What is included?
All of our trips include a captain and mate, as well as snacks, drinks (water, beer, and juice), and fruit. You are welcome to bring additional snacks, which can be stored in the captain’s cooler on board. We provide all the necessary rods and reels, as well as bait, either freshly caught during the trip or previously frozen. Please note that the tip is not included in the trip’s price.
So, get your Costa Rica fishing license and prepare for an unforgettable Papagayo fishing experience. Book your trip today and create lasting memories on the bountiful waters of Papagayo! The crew covers everything else – fishing gear, snacks, drinks, and even catch cleaning service.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Every charter we run is private. You book the entire boat and crew — no shared trips, no strangers onboard. It is the only way we operate.
Yes. We carry child-sized life jackets on our boats, and our crews have extensive experience with families. Whale watching and inshore fishing are especially kid-friendly; for offshore trips, we recommend ages 10 and up.
Not at all. Our captains and mates work with anglers of every level, from first-timers to seasoned tournament fishermen. We will walk you through every technique and handle the heavy lifting so you can focus on the fight
Below are the steps you need to follow to book a charter.
- Go to the Boats & Rates page, where you can see a list of destinations
- Select the destination where you want to depart from.
- Scroll down to check our fleet and pick a boat according to your preferences, rate, and specifications.
- Click on the “Book Now” button (it will show up a pop-up page where you can continue with your booking process).
- Select the date of your charter.
- Choose your Departure time below the calendar according to your charter (full or half day).
- Add a Guest. Click on the “Add” button next to the amount
- Click on the “Check out” blue button
- Fill out the fields
- Click the “Check out” button
- Review your booking; if all is alright. Check the box “I accept the Terms of Service .”
- Click on the “Pay Now” button
- Fill out the form with your credit card information to confirm.
All our fishing charters depart at 7:30 a.m and come back at 3:30 p.m on a full day. However, you can change the departure time according to your preference and our availability.
You already paid for the trip, but you should make sure you have some cash in your pocket so you can tip the mate and the captain. It is hard work; it is not easy, and these guys deserve every dime they get. A tip between 10% and 20% of the trip cost, for all of them, will be fine.
Our charters include tackle, bait, gear, food, and drinks. However, you should bring Reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, polarized sunglasses, a camera, shoes or sandals, and towels.
All prices listed are for the whole boat, not per person. Each boat has a fixed price according to its capacity. Some boats can take more people for an extra fee.
All listed rates are in cash. If you desire to use a credit card to pay the total amount, then 13% taxes + 8% (bank commission) will be added to the total amount. We recommend you bring cash to pay the pending balance.
To guarantee your fishing trip, we require a deposit for each fishing trip. The deposit is collected through our online booking system on our website.
Each boat is provided by experience local crew. However, they have intermediate knowledge of technical English to communicate with you in regard to fishing.
If the fishing day is canceled due to extreme weather conditions, the fishing day will be rescheduled according to your availability; otherwise, the deposit will be refunded. Check the current papagayo weather forecast.
All charters include professional fishing equipment (Penn & Shimano rods and reels), live (when possible) and ballyhoo bait, ice, bottled water, local beers, sodas, fresh seasonal fruit, lunch (on a full day), and snacks. Full-day charters also include a hot lunch prepared onboard.
