Sport Fishing in Costa Rica
Family-friendly deep sea fishing for anglers of every age and skill level. Sailfish, marlin, tuna and dorado with captains who’ve fished the Central Pacific for more than 15 years — then fresh fish for dinner in Jacó.
- Captains with 15+ years
- Fishing license included
- Lunch & drinks on board
- Great for kids & beginners
A fishing day everyone will remember
Our charters are built for everyone — men, women and kids, first-timers and seasoned anglers. The crew handles the rigging, finds the fish and coaches you through every fight, so all you have to do is reel and enjoy the ride.
We fish the productive waters off Playa Herradura and Los Sueños on Costa Rica’s Central Pacific coast. From January to April, anglers from around the world come here for the billfish — and the sunny, calm weather makes it a perfect time to be on the water.
Because we’re a small, local operation, we keep things personal and our prices fair.
Everything you need for a great day
Just bring sunscreen, a hat and your camera — we take care of the rest.
Local captains who know where the fish bite
Our captains have fished Los Sueños, Playa Herradura and the Pacific coast for more than 15 years.
Ready for your deep sea adventure?
Send us your dates and group size — we’ll check availability and send you a quote.
A day of sportfishing, start to finish
“Bringing in tuna and dorado, cruising back to Playa Herradura, looking through the photos and videos of the day — then sitting down to fresh fish in Jacó. That’s what a perfect day of sportfishing in Costa Rica looks like.”
— The Sail Fishing Costa Rica captainsWhat you can catch
Costa Rica’s Central Pacific offers world-class offshore and inshore fishing.
Sailfish & Marlin
The stars of Costa Rica sportfishing, with peak sailfish action from January to April.
Tuna & Dorado
Hard-fighting and delicious — perfect for sashimi on board or dinner in Jacó.
Roosterfish & Snapper
Great half-day action along the rocky coast, ideal for families and kids.
Questions before you book
Is sportfishing in Costa Rica good for kids?
Yes. Our charters are family friendly and suit all ages. The crew helps with everything, and inshore half days are great for younger kids.
Do I need fishing experience?
No. The captain and mate set up the gear, find the fish and coach you through every fight.
What’s included in the charter?
Your fishing license, conventional and fly-fishing tackle, lunch, drinks and the fish you keep, plus a professional captain and mate.
Where do the trips depart from?
We fish from Playa Herradura near Los Sueños, just minutes from Jacó and about 90 minutes from San José.
When is the best time to go?
January to April is peak billfish season with great weather, but we fish all year. See our fishing seasons page for month-by-month details.
Can I keep the fish I catch?
Yes, tuna and dorado can be kept, and local restaurants in Jacó will cook them for you. Sailfish and marlin are released.
Book your sport fishing adventure
Contact us for more information or to book your deep sea fishing trip in Costa Rica.