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Cazador 37′ Fishing Charter

37′ Merritt • Captain Bobby McGuinness • Golfito, Costa Rica

Fish Costa Rica’s South Pacific aboard one of Golfito’s most recognized sportfishing boats, captained by veteran big-game angler Bobby McGuinness.

37′ Merritt Captain Bobby McGuinness Capacity 5 Offshore + Inshore
Length 37 Feet
Builder Merritt
Capacity 5 Guests
Max Cruise 24 Knots
Home Port Golfito
About Cazador

A Proven Golfito Sportfishing Boat

Cazador is a classic 37-foot Merritt operating from Golfito in Costa Rica’s South Pacific.

The boat is designed for anglers who want a comfortable, fishable offshore platform without moving into the size and cost of a large yacht.

With a spacious cockpit, shaded seating, private bathroom, live-bait system, professional tackle and experienced crew, Cazador can move between serious offshore fishing and productive inshore action.

  • 37-foot Merritt sportfisher
  • Up to 5 guests
  • 24-knot maximum cruise
  • Private bathroom
  • Spacious cockpit
  • Offshore and inshore capability

Cazador Boat Features

Boat 37′ Merritt
Capacity 5 Guests
Max Cruise 24 Knots
Fishing Offshore + Inshore
Bathroom Private
Captain Bobby McGuinness
Home Port Golfito
Charter Pricing

Cazador 37′

Private fishing charter from Golfito, Costa Rica.

Cazador Golfito

Choose Your Fishing Day

Half Day $1,600
Full Day $1,850
Applicable tax additional. Final availability and trip details are confirmed before deposit.
Onboard Features

Everything Needed for a Serious Fishing Day

Fighting Chair Big-game fishing setup
Outriggers Professional offshore trolling spread
Tuna Tubes Useful for live-bait fishing
Live Bait Well For inshore and offshore bait
Fishfinder Electronic fish locating equipment
GPS Marine navigation system
Cooler & Ice Cold storage onboard
Private Bathroom Added comfort for full-day trips
Cazador 37 fishing offshore Golfito Costa Rica
Cazador is built for offshore fishing from Golfito.
Offshore Fishing

Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna and More

Golfito gives Cazador access to productive South Pacific blue water for marlin, sailfish, yellowfin tuna, mahi-mahi and wahoo.

The continental shelf drops relatively quickly outside the Golfo Dulce, allowing the crew to transition from protected waters to serious offshore fishing.

For anglers specifically targeting billfish or tuna, the full day gives Bobby more time to locate bait, birds, dolphins, current breaks and productive water.

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Target Species

What Can You Catch on Cazador?

Offshore Blue Marlin

One of Golfito’s premier offshore gamefish.

Offshore Sailfish

Fast, acrobatic billfish found in South Pacific waters.

Offshore Yellowfin Tuna

Powerful pelagic fish frequently found around dolphins and bait.

Offshore Mahi-Mahi

Colorful offshore species and excellent table fish.

Offshore Wahoo

Fast-striking predator found around productive structure and currents.

Inshore Roosterfish

A signature South Pacific inshore target.

Inshore Snapper

Including powerful Cubera around rocks and reefs.

Inshore Jacks & Grouper

Additional mixed inshore possibilities inside the Golfo Dulce.

Charter Options

Half Day or Full Day?

The right choice depends mainly on what species your group wants to target.

Inshore Option

Half-Day Charter

$1,600 + tax

A practical option for roosterfish, snapper, jacks, grouper and other inshore species inside and around the Golfo Dulce.

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Your Captain

Captain Bobby McGuinness

The current Cazador listing describes Bobby McGuinness as one of the best-known big-game captains in Costa Rica’s South Pacific, with extensive experience producing world-record-class and tournament fishing results. For serious anglers, that experience is one of the biggest reasons to choose Cazador.

Is Cazador Right for You?

Who This Boat Works Best For

Excellent Choice If…

  • You want an experienced big-game captain
  • You are serious about offshore fishing
  • You have a group of up to 5
  • You are staying in Golfito
  • You are staying near Puerto Jiménez, Zancudo or Pavones
  • You want a classic sportfishing boat
  • You want both offshore and inshore options

Consider Another Boat If…

  • You need space for a larger group
  • You want a large luxury salon
  • Overnight sleeping accommodations are required
  • You want a 50–60 foot long-range boat
  • You only need a small budget inshore boat
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Tell us your dates, where you’re staying, your group size and whether you’re most interested in marlin, tuna, roosterfish or another species. We’ll confirm Cazador availability and compare it with the other Golfito boats.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cazador 37′ FAQ

How much is the Cazador charter?

The current published rates are $1,600 for a half day and $1,850 for a full day, plus applicable tax.

Where does Cazador depart from?

Cazador operates from Golfito on Costa Rica’s South Pacific coast.

How many guests can Cazador take?

The current listing shows a capacity of five guests.

Who is the captain?

Cazador is captained by Bobby McGuinness, a veteran South Pacific big-game fishing captain.

Does Cazador have a bathroom?

Yes. The current boat description lists a clean private bathroom as part of the onboard layout.

Can Cazador fish for marlin?

Yes. Marlin is one of the primary offshore species targeted from Golfito, along with sailfish, tuna, mahi-mahi and wahoo.

Can Cazador target roosterfish?

Yes. Inshore trips can target roosterfish, snapper, jacks, grouper and other South Pacific species.

Is a full day better than a half day?

For offshore billfish and tuna, we recommend the full day. A half day can work well when your priority is inshore fishing.

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Tell Us About Your Fishing Trip

Send your preferred fishing date, group size, where you’re staying and what you’d most like to catch.

We’ll check Cazador and Captain Bobby’s availability and help you decide whether a half-day or full-day charter makes the most sense.

  • Preferred fishing date
  • Number of anglers
  • Hotel or vacation rental
  • Golfito / Puerto Jiménez / Zancudo / Pavones
  • Target species
  • Half day or full day
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Cazador 37′ • Golfito Costa Rica

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