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Cowboy Sportfishing 30ft

Fish from Quepos aboard a practical 30-foot sportfisher that gives small groups an affordable way to target sailfish, tuna, mahi-mahi, roosterfish, snapper and more.

✓ Quepos ✓ Inshore + Offshore ✓ Great Value ✓ Small Private Groups
30 Feet Sportfisher
Up to 4 Listed capacity
22 Knots Maximum cruise
Quepos Marina Pez Vela area
Restroom + Shade Comfort onboard
About Cowboy

Affordable Quepos Fishing Without Giving Up the Essentials

Cowboy Sportfishing is a 30-foot Bertram-style fishing boat serving the Quepos and Marina Pez Vela area. It is designed for anglers who want a productive private charter without moving into the price range of the larger sportfishing yachts.

The boat can fish offshore for sailfish, yellowfin tuna, mahi-mahi, wahoo and occasional marlin, while also working the inshore coastline for roosterfish, snapper, grouper, jacks and mackerel.

  • 30-foot sportfisher
  • Up to 4 guests at listed pricing
  • Fighting chair
  • Outriggers and downriggers
  • Live bait well
  • GPS and fishfinder
  • Clean restroom
  • Shaded seating
Boat Features

A Straightforward Fishing Setup

Cowboy focuses on the equipment anglers actually need for a productive inshore or offshore trip.

Fighting Chair For larger offshore gamefish
Outriggers Professional trolling presentation
Tuna Tubes Useful for live offshore bait
Live Bait Well Flexible for inshore fishing
Fishfinder Locate reefs, bait and productive water
GPS Marine navigation
Restroom More practical for families
Shaded Seating Relief from the tropical sun
Cowboy Sportfishing running offshore Quepos
Why Choose Cowboy?

Good Fishing Value for Small Groups

Cowboy’s strongest advantage is simple: it offers a real sportfishing layout and both offshore and inshore capability at a lower price than the larger cabin boats.

For a couple, family or small group that wants to focus on the fishing rather than luxury accommodations, this can be a very practical choice.

  • Lower cost than larger sportfishers
  • Full offshore equipment
  • Useful for inshore and offshore trips
  • Private restroom
  • Shade onboard
  • Small-group atmosphere
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Inshore or Offshore

One Boat for Two Very Different Fishing Days

Offshore trips head toward deeper blue water for sailfish, tuna, mahi-mahi, wahoo and possible marlin.

Inshore trips stay closer to the coastline and can target roosterfish, snapper, grouper, jacks and mackerel with live bait and lighter tackle.

Offshore Trolling Sailfish, tuna, mahi and marlin
Live Bait Roosterfish and coastal predators
Bottom Fishing Snapper and grouper
Light Tackle Jacks and mackerel
Fishing aboard Cowboy charter Quepos Costa Rica
What Can You Catch?

Quepos Fishing Species

Match the trip length and fishing style to the species you most want to target.

Sailfish Offshore

One of Quepos’ signature billfish.

Yellowfin Tuna Offshore

Fast, powerful pelagic fishing.

Mahi-Mahi Offshore

Colorful fish around current lines and debris.

Marlin Offshore

Possible during productive offshore periods.

Roosterfish Inshore

A classic Costa Rica coastal gamefish.

Snapper Inshore

Target rocky structure and reefs.

Grouper Inshore

Bottom fishing around deeper structure.

Jacks & Mackerel Inshore

Good action on lighter tackle.

Charter Options

Half Day or Full Day?

Choose based on the fish you want and how much time you want on the water.

Half-Day Fishing

$1,200

A strong option for roosterfish, snapper, grouper, jacks and other inshore species closer to Quepos.

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Quepos Cowboy fishing charter
Quepos Costa Rica

Easy Access to Offshore & Inshore Fishing

Quepos gives anglers access to two different fisheries from the same departure area.

Head offshore for billfish and pelagics or stay along the Central Pacific coastline for roosterfish, snapper, grouper and jacks.

  • Close to Manuel Antonio
  • Excellent sailfish access
  • Year-round tuna and mahi opportunities
  • Productive inshore coastline
  • Good half-day and full-day options
Is Cowboy Right for You?

Who This Charter Works Best For

Excellent Choice If…

You want a practical private charter with a real sportfishing setup while keeping the budget below the larger Quepos boats.

  • Couples
  • Families
  • Groups up to 4
  • Budget-conscious anglers
  • Inshore or offshore fishing
  • First-time Costa Rica anglers

Consider a Larger Boat If…

Your priority is air conditioning, larger interior spaces, multiple bathrooms or a premium offshore experience for a bigger group.

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Need Help Choosing?

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Tell us your fishing date, number of anglers, where you’re staying and what you’d most like to catch. We can confirm Cowboy availability and tell you whether this boat or another Quepos option is the better fit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cowboy Sportfishing FAQ

Where does Cowboy fish from?

Cowboy operates in Quepos, with access to the Marina Pez Vela fishing grounds.

What are the charter prices?

The current published price is $1,550 for a full day and $1,200 for a half day.

How many anglers can fish?

The structured listing shows capacity and pricing for up to four guests. The older description mentions five, so groups larger than four should confirm before booking.

Does Cowboy have a restroom?

Yes. The boat description lists a clean restroom and shaded seating.

Can Cowboy fish offshore?

Yes. Offshore targets include sailfish, tuna, mahi-mahi, wahoo and occasional marlin.

Can we fish inshore?

Yes. Inshore targets include roosterfish, snapper, grouper, jacks and mackerel.

Which trip is better for sailfish?

A full day is the better choice because offshore fishing requires more running time and gives the crew more time to locate productive water.

Cowboy Sportfishing • Quepos

Ready to Fish Cowboy?

Send your date, group size and target species. We’ll confirm availability and help you choose between the $1,200 half-day trip and $1,550 full-day charter.