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Fish Playa Flamingo aboard a fast, efficient 26-foot custom center console built for small groups who want a private, hands-on Costa Rica fishing day. Target sailfish, marlin, Yellowfin Tuna and mahi-mahi offshore, or roosterfish, snapper and other hard-fighting species inshore.
El Gato III is a 26-foot custom-built center console operating from Playa Flamingo on Costa Rica’s North Pacific coast. The boat was refitted in 2019 and is designed around fishing space, efficiency and versatility.
Its open layout makes it easy for anglers to move around the deck and fight fish, while the canopy provides shade during the run and between bites.
This is a particularly good fit for couples, families and groups of up to four who care more about fishing time and a private experience than an enclosed cabin or luxury interior.
El Gato III keeps the setup practical: fishing space, shade, electronics and the equipment needed to switch between inshore and offshore fishing.
El Gato III is designed for anglers who want a straightforward private fishing boat rather than a large cabin sportfisher.
The open center-console layout provides room to move when a fish is hooked, while the canopy creates shade over the seating area.
For two to four anglers, that smaller footprint can make the fishing feel more personal and hands-on.
The current El Gato III listing identifies Captain Luis Sandi as the captain and notes more than a decade of experience guiding anglers in the Playa Flamingo area.
That local experience matters because the best plan changes with bait, current, wind, recent reports and where fish have been seen.
Playa Flamingo gives a small private boat access to both North Pacific offshore pelagics and productive inshore coastline.
Big-game targets when offshore conditions line up.
Acrobatic billfish targeted with trolling spreads.
Powerful pelagics often associated with bait and dolphins.
Fast action, spectacular color and excellent table fare.
Fast pelagic predators that can add variety offshore.
A signature Costa Rica Pacific inshore target.
Powerful fish around reefs and rocky structure.
Hard-fighting coastal species for mixed inshore days.
El Gato III works well for both, but the right trip depends on your target species and how much time you want on the water.
A strong option for roosterfish, snapper, jacks and other inshore species, or for groups that simply want a shorter private fishing experience.
Check Half-Day AvailabilityThe better choice when sailfish, marlin, Yellowfin Tuna, mahi-mahi or wahoo are the priority because the crew has more time to locate productive offshore water.
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A major advantage of a versatile center console is the ability to change the style of fishing without changing boats.
Offshore, the crew can troll for sailfish, marlin, tuna and mahi-mahi. Inshore, the open deck and live-bait setup work well around reefs and rocky structure for roosterfish, snapper and jacks.
That makes El Gato III especially attractive if your group wants a private fishing-focused experience without paying for features you do not need.
You have a small group and want a private boat focused on fishing, value and direct access to both inshore and offshore water.
Your group needs an enclosed cabin, air conditioning, a private restroom, substantially more shade, or more interior space for non-fishing guests.
Compare Fishing BoatsTell us your fishing date, number of anglers, where you’re staying in Guanacaste and what you’d most like to catch. We can confirm El Gato III’s availability and compare it with other Flamingo and North Pacific boats if needed.
Send Trip DetailsEl Gato III operates from Playa Flamingo on Costa Rica’s North Pacific coast.
The current page lists $1,100 for a full day and $900 for a half-day charter.
The current listing shows capacity and pricing for up to four anglers.
It is a 26-foot custom center console that was refitted in 2019.
Yes. The open boat has a canopy and shaded seating area.
The current listing does not describe an enclosed restroom. If a private bathroom is important to your group, ask us about a larger Flamingo boat.
Offshore trips can target sailfish, Blue and Striped Marlin, mahi-mahi, Yellowfin Tuna, wahoo and other pelagic species.
Yes. Inshore fishing can target roosterfish, Cubera Snapper, jacks, mackerel and grouper.
The current listing states that charters include fishing gear, bait, tackle, drinks and snacks, with lunch included on full-day trips.
The current listing identifies Captain Luis Sandi, a Flamingo captain with more than a decade of local guiding experience.
Send your preferred fishing date, number of anglers, where you’re staying in Guanacaste and what you’d most like to catch.
We’ll confirm El Gato III’s availability and help you decide whether the half-day or full-day charter is the better fit. If your group needs more cabin comfort or El Gato III is booked, we can compare other Flamingo boats as well.
Send your fishing date, group size and target species. We’ll confirm availability and help you choose between the $900 half-day trip and the $1,100 full-day charter.
