Spend the day offshore, targeting monster pelagic species like Blue, Black, and Striped Marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, and Bluefin and Yellowfin Tuna.
"I brought my dad down to Costa Rica to go after his first billfish." — Daniel,
Fish Costa Rica's Central Pacific aboard La Patrona, a 36' custom sportfisher departing from Herradura Bay, next to Los Sueños Marina and just minutes from Jaco.
"If you’re even thinking about booking a fishing charter in Costa Rica—stop looking." — Eric,
35' Express Sportfisher – Bob Marlin Ready for Adventure, Equipped for Safety, Built for Comfort Step aboard the Bob Marlin, a 35' Express sportfishing vessel designed for both serious anglers and leisurely ocean-goers.
"We had a phenomenal trip! We started out from the beach in Herradura for an 8 hr trip looking for billfish, dorado, and tuna." — Jason,
Fishing CR is a family-owned business that operates out of Herradura. Captain Luis has been fishing in the area their whole life and know these waters like the back of their palm.
"If you’re looking at a fishing trip in Playa Herradura and you want an authentic experience with a great crew, this is your trip." — John,
Chino's Sportfishing is a fishing charter that runs trips from Herradura, Costa Rica during the entire year. Join captains Jose and Jorge for a trip you're sure to remember for years to come.
"Jose and Jorge at Chino's were amazing guides. They put us on great fish." — Jason,
Snook Sportfishing and Captain Jorge Fernandez believe you deserve nothing but the very best. They offer all sorts of trips for any breed of anglers, from a couple of hours pulling up something tasty to a full offshore extravaganza. Capt.
"we had so much fun! after taking a quick tcito the boa we ee greeted with snacks, sanwivhes, and drinks." — Lucy,
Make the most of your time in Herradura and go fishing with Hooked Up Sportfishing Costa Rica.
"Such an amazing day with the absolute best crew!!! This duo worked so hard for the whole 8 hour trip." — Melissa, GA
Every trip is designed to give you the best opportunity for an unforgettable day on the water.
"Great day on the water with Deep Republic Fishing Charters! Captain Josh and First Mate Bradley were both excellent, knowledgeable, and worked hard all day." — Grant,
If you’re looking for a great and affordable fishing experience in Jaco, Costa Rica, then look no further than Aguja Sport Fishing. Discover the riches on offer just a stone’s throw from shore in the Pacific, as you go after some huge and delicious fish.
"The #1 goal when booking our trip was catching fish and Alejandro and his crew did not disappoint." — Dalton,
Experience world-class angling in Jaco, Costa Rica, where the Pacific Ocean teems with legendary game fish year-round. This vibrant coastal hotspot delivers unparalleled access to trophy species, positioning it among Central America's premier fishing destinations. Jaco's prime location offers diverse marine environments—from nutrient-rich inshore bays to deep offshore currents—creating exceptional fishing grounds just minutes from shore.
From December through April, Jaco shines as Costa Rica's sailfish capital, with peak season seeing frequent double-digit hookups daily. These acrobatic billfish share the waters with blue and black marlin, creating exhilarating big-game action. Year-round, anglers consistently land yellowfin tuna, aggressive dorado, and hard-fighting wahoo offshore while inshore waters bustle with prized roosterfish, cubera snapper, and explosive jack crevalle.
The Gulf of Nicoya's protected bays provide sheltered fishing even during green season (May–November), when migrating tuna schools and marlin aggregations thrive. Jaco Beach itself offers accessible shore fishing for snook and jacks, complementing the world-class charter opportunities. With professional crews leveraging decades of local expertise and top-tier equipment, Jaco fishing charters deliver unforgettable battles against the Pacific's most sought-after species across all skill levels.
