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Costa Rica's Top Boats and Captains: North Pacific Charters, Central Pacific Charters, South Pacific Charters, Caribbean Charters Call toll free: 1-800-634-0012, 1-800-399-8532 or 1-866-978-5198, or make an online reservation Tamarindo-Flamingo-Guanamar Featuring marlin, sailfish, tuna, dorado, wahoo, roosterfish 
Talking Fish - Captain Randy Wilson (Tamarindo)”Talking Fish" out of Tamarindo is a 38-foot Topaz Express powered by twin Detroit turbo diesels. This superbly set-up boat is fully equipped with Penn International, Shimano and accurate tackle, Furuno color depth sounder and Magellan GPS. Comfortably seating six anglers in the shade, it features a large cockpit and cabin with a V-berth and a private head with shower. Captain Randy Wilson (with mate Eitel) has extensive fishing experience since moving here in 1974. Randy is passionate about conservation and has developed techniques with lure/bait rigs to ensure billfish are not harmed. 
Wet Ass II - Captain Sonny Kocis (Flamingo/Carrillo) "Wet Ass II" out of Flamingo or Carillo with legendary American Captain Sonny Kocis or fully bilingual Captain Rolando is a 31-foot Bertram with air-conditioned cabin and head. Its new twin 3116 Cat diesels allow it to cruise at 27 knots. Sonny specializes in light and fly fishing, with a world-record 260-pound blue marlin caught on fly by Jim Gray in August 1991. All custom tackle is from the USA. 
Capullo - Captain Steve Curtis (Tamarindo)"Capullo" out of Tamarindo is a 36-foot custom Topaz Sportfisher with Captain Steve Curtis or bilingual Captain Manuel Leal at the helm. The Capullo is outfitted for serious fishing with state-of-the-art equipment and electronics, full cabin with private head, as well as all-IGFA Shimano and Accurate tackle. The seating area and cockpit have been customized for comfort and easy access to allow for full focus on great fishing. 
Plautus - Captain Luis Ruíz (Flamingo/Papagayo)"Plautus" out of Flamingo, Tamarindo or Carillo, and also out of the Four Seasons Hotel in Papagayo, with Captain Luis Ruíz at the helm, is a 40-foot Gamefisher powered by two 350hp Diesels with great seating and shade, full electronics including Furuno radar and plot, Furuno color sounder and GPS, Penn and Shimano tackle. 
Ocean Smasher - Captain Adam Hermsen (Tamarindo) "Ocean Smasher" out of Tamarindo with Captain Adam Hermsen is a professionally rigged 31-foot Ocean Master with state-of-the-art electronics and the finest in fishing tackle. Powered by twin 225hp outboards, it features a lay-down rest area and a spacious head, a Rupp tuna tower and outriggers, Shimano and Tiagra two-speed reels, Sumo tackle, stand-up harnesses and fighting belts, two VHF radios, color fishfinder and auto pilot. 
Bushwacker - Captain Skeet Warren (Flamingo/Papagayo) "Bushwacker" out of Flamingo and Papagayo with Captain Skeet Warren is a 42-foot Bertram repowered by twin Cummins QSM-11 four-stroke engines. Fully air conditioned, the all-new equipment includes a fighting chair with a 4-rod rocket launcher, livewell, Penn, Shimano and Fisherman's Center rods and reels, Penn downrigger and Rupp outriggers, plus 72 mile radar. 
Outcast - Captain José Asdrúbal López (Tamarindo) "Outcast" out of Tamarindo with Captain José Asdrúbal López and mate David is a 27-foot Dusky powered by twin 250hp Cummins diesels. The boat, which can take up to four anglers, has an 11.5-foot beam, tower, fighting chair, spacious and shaded seating area and roomy cabin with marine head. It carries GPS, depth sounder, outriggers and a full range of Penn international and Shimano tackle. Online Charter Reservations back to top Los Sueños-Quepos Featuring sailfish, marlin, tuna, dorado, wahoo, roosterfish  Unique – Captain Bill Gannon (Quepos)“Unique” out of Quepos is a 33-foot custom Sport fisher with an enclosed center cabin and full 360-degree walk-around fishability. She is powered by twin Detroit diesel engines and comes equipped with a marine toilet, radios, Rupp outriggers and a selection of Penn international custom trolling rods and reels covering line classes from 20 to 80 pounds. Captain Bill Gannon is an American captain who has been fishing Costa Rica waters for twenty years. 
Barbarrosa – Captain Tomas Siquera (Los Sueños)"Barbarrosa" out of Los Sueños marina in Playa Herradura with Captain Tomas Siquera is a 38-foot Topaz Express powered by twin diesels. This fast and comfortable boat with A/C cabin is fully equipped for fly-fishing and conventional fishing. It carries a complete line of tournament class rods and reels, live bait well, fighting chair, radio, GPS and all standard safety equipment. 
Macushla – Captain Johnny Cerpas (Los Sueños)"Macushla" out of Los Sueños Marina in Playa Herradura with Captain Johnny Cerpas is a 38-foot cold molded custom Sport Fisher powered by twin Cummins 370b diesels. She has 98-mile, 25kw radar to find birds, A/C cockpit and cabin, release marine fighting chair, live well and large fish box. Equipment includes Shimano reels, Rupp outriggers, electric teaser reels, Tiagra 50, 80 and 130s and Shimano and cape fear rods, along with two VHF radios and digital depth sounder. 
The Predator – Captain RJ Lillie (Los Sueños)"The Predator" out of Los Sueños marina in Playa Herradura is an extremely swift 26-foot Shamrock Express powered by a 270hp Cummins engine. Skippered by Captain RJ Lillie, she has the latest in electronics including two Furuno GPS, Furuno color sounder, 24-mile radar, two VHF radios, abundant shade, a marine head in the V-berth, a full range of Penn international and Okuna Lite tackle, Penn spinners, Lee outriggers, Penn downrigger, tuna tubes, a live bait well plus all the required safety equipment. 
Tranquilo II – Captain Francisco Barrantes (Quepos)"Tranquilo II" out of Quepos is a 30-foot custom Sport Fisher powered by new superfast twin 140hp Suzuki motors. Captain Francisco Barrantes is at the helm. The boat features dual controls, full electronics, depth sounder, fish finder, live bait well, fighting chair and outriggers, and carries Penn international and Shimano Tiagra gold tackle plus a cabin marine toilet, GPS, VHF radio communication and Coast Guard safety equipment. 
CaribSea – Captain Melvin Mora (Quepos)"CaribSea" out of Quepos is a 46-foot Guthrie Flybridge Sport Fisher with Captain Melvin Mora at the helm. It has set several IGFA Tippet class billfish records since 1990, including one of the first Pacific blue marlin ever caught on a fly. It features a 14-foot beam, live bait well, lee tuna chair, depth sounder, GPS, radar, Penn international light tackle and Shimano reels. 
Hoo's Up – Captain Roy Vega (Los Sueños)"Hoo's Up" out of Los Sueños marina in Playa Herradura is a 30-foot Custom Fly Bridge Express powered by a 370hp Cummins turbo diesel, with tower, EE outriggers, downriggers, Penn and Shimano equipment, tuna tubes and three built-in live bait wells. Captain Roy Vega is at the helm. 
Sailfish – Captain Bill Kieldsen (Los Sueños)"Sailfish" out of Los Sueños marina in Playa Herradura with Captain Bill Kieldsen is a 35-foot Bertram powered by twin 370hp Cummins diesels. This fast, comfortable boat with A/C salon is equipped for fly and conventional fishing. It carries Shimano Gold Tiagra reels, Penn international fly reels and custom rods, and multiple teaser stations for bait and switch. Captain Bill and mate Randall Garcia are among the top teams in the area. 
Miss-Behav’in – Captain Dave Mothershead (Los Sueños)"Miss-Behav'in" out of Los Sueños marina in Playa Herradura is a 32-foot Irvin Forbes Express powered by a 350hp Cat engine. Captain Dave Mothershead is at the helm. Cruising at 20 knots, she offers the latest in electronics including two Furuno GPS, Furuno color sounder, 24-mile radar and two VHF radios, abundant shade, plus a head in the V-berth. The boat carries a full range of Penn international (20-80lbs) and Shimano Lite tackle, Penn spinners, Lee outriggers, Penn downrigger, tuna tubes and a live bait well. Online Charter Reservations back to top Golfito-Puerto Jimenez-Drake Bay Featuring sailfish, marlin, tuna, dorado, wahoo, roosterfish, mackerel, snook 
Cazador – Captain Bobby McGuinness (Golfito)"Cazador" out of Golfito is a 37-foot Merritt Sportfisherman with Captain Bobby McGuinness, who was named world’s top captain of 2006 by the prestigious International Game Fish Association (IGFA). Built for comfort and for fishing in Costa Rica, it is powered by twin 450hp Cummins diesels developing a cruising speed of 27 knots, and has a full range of electronic, tournament-class fishing and safety equipment. 
C-Tales – Captain Chuck Tilton (Golfito)"C-Tales" out of Golfito is a 30-foot Island Hopper built in 1999 and powered by a single 450c Cummins diesel. Captain Chuck Tilton, a US Coast Guard and IGFA licensed captain, is at the helm. It features a 12-foot beam, fighting chair, transom door for marlin & tuna catches, outriggers, live well, full range of Penn international and Shimano tackle, the latest electronics, a full cabin and head, good cover from the sun and a large open air salon. 
Jodari – Captain Mike Hennessey (Puerto Jiménez)"Jodari" out of Puerto Jiménez with Captain Mike Hennessy is a brand-new Carolina Classic with twin 330hp Cummins diesels. It is equipped with a cabin, galley and a full electric head plus fish finder, GPS, autopilot, large shade cover, insulated fish boxes, complete USCG approved safety equipment, Penn and Shimano two-speed conventional reels, Bill Pate Fly reels, marlin tower, long Lee's outriggers and center riggers, live well, and a Lee's fighting chair and all safety equipment. 
Bottom Line – Captain Mark Corn (Puerto Jiménez)"Bottom Line" out of Puerto Jiménez with Captain Mark Corn is a sleek 31-foot Blackfin powered by twin Cat 31-16ns turbo-charged Diesels. This very swift boat features comfortable seating with plenty of shade, a marine head and shower, fighting chair and Rupp outriggers, full tuna tower, 50-gallon live well, and a full range of Shimano, Penn International and Tiagra fishing gear. The electronic equipment includes GPS, depth sounder, fish finder, VHF radio and auto pilot.  Crocodile Bay Lodge (Puerto Jiménez)A unanimous choice as Central America's top sportfishing lodge, Crocodile Bay Lodge occupies 44 acres with 34 air-conditioned rooms and features a top-of-the-line daily menu, bar, swimming pool, hot tub, new jacuzzi, massage room and conference facilities. The extensive fleet with some of the area’s top local captains, easily accessed from a 750-foot pier, includes 17-foot flat boats, 24-foot Center Consoles, 27-foot offshore Center Consoles, 33-foot Strike tower boats, new Boston Whalers, plus the owner's 35-foot Strike tower boat. Fabulous ecotours are also available.  Aguila de Osa Inn (Drake Bay)"Aguila de Osa Inn" in Drake Bay has a fleet of new palm beach cold-molded sport fishing boats powered by Caterpillar 3116 turbo diesels. The boats, all with English-speaking local captains, carry a full range of Penn International and Shimano reels, and Billy Pate fly reels and Sage rods for fly fishing. They have lifejackets, flares, GPS and VHF special frequency radios meeting all USCG safety regulations. Online Charter Reservations Tortuguero-Barra del Colorado Featuring tarpon, snook, calba, tuna, tripletail, Kingfish, Spanish and Cero Mackerel, Jack Crevalle, barracuda 
Bull Shark - Captain Eddie Brown (Tortuguero)The "Bull Shark" out of Tortuguero and Barra del Colorado is a 22-foot open fisherman powered by two four-stroke 115hp Yamaha outboards. It features a T-top and full electronics. Captain Eddie Brown, the universally acknowledged “Tarpon King” of Costa Rica, has been guiding in the area for more than 30 years. He is an aggressive angler who goes the extra mile to find fish. All tackle and lures, plus sandwiches, beer, soft drinks and bottled water, are provided on the boat. Anglers hoping to catch tarpon on the fly should bring their own flies and rods. Online Charter Reservations back to top |
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