OutCast - 27’ Dusky in Tamarindo

On the Pacific coast of Costa Rica since the 1970s, Randy Wilson pioneered sportfishing in this area with Tamarindo Sportfishing. Located close to the deep water, Tamarindo is the perfect base of operation. Spectacular year-round fishing for Sailfish, Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Yellowfin Tuna, Roosterfish, Cubera Snapper, Wahoo, and assorted other inshore species are all accessible with a short run time. Spend your day fishing, not running to where the fish are!

The OutCast is our 27’ Dusky with fast twin 250 HP Cummins engines. Her wide 11’ beam makes her very roomy and comfortable for up to 4 anglers. There is plenty of shaded seating, a tower, a spacious cockpit, a fighting chair, and full electronics. Tackle is all Penn International and Shimano.

Captain Javier Ruiz has been fishing these waters since the 1990s. His passion for fishing is contagious! Together with mate Isaac Mena, he will work hard to put you on the fish. Both speak English and are experienced and knowledgeable.

We are happy to accommodate experienced anglers as well as families and novices of all ages.

Conservation of the resource is important, and we use techniques to make sure the billfish are released unharmed. With edible fish, the crew is happy to keep your catch filleted and on ice for the day so you can have it cooked at one of Tamarindo’s many superb restaurants. We look forward to taking you fishing!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:15 AM
    US $1,017
    You'll fish inshore to look for any kind of action as well as fish for your dinner. The price includes a 13% tax in accordance with Costa Rican law.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Broomtail)
    Broomtail Grouper
    Rainbow Runner
    Rainbow Runner
    Trevally (Bigeye)
    Bigeye Trevally
    Conger Eel
    Conger Eel
    Grouper (Snowy)
    Snowy Grouper
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:15 AM
    US $1,271
    If you'd like to go offshore but don't want to do the full day 9 hour trip, we offer a 7 hour 3/4 day trip. There is time to go after Billfish offshore with time leftover to catch your dinner! The price includes a 13% tax in accordance with Costa Rican law.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Marlin (Black)
    Black Marlin
    Marlin (Striped)
    Striped Marlin
    Snapper (Cubera)
    Cubera Snapper
    Grouper (Snowy)
    Snowy Grouper
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    9 Hour Trip, starts at 7:15 AM
    US $1,412
    The full day 9-hour trip has ample time to head offshore and find the Billfish and can easily be combined with fishing inshore for your dinner. The price includes a 13% tax in accordance with Costa Rican law.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Broomtail)
    Broomtail Grouper
    Marlin (Black)
    Black Marlin
    Marlin (Striped)
    Striped Marlin
    Snapper (Cubera)
    Cubera Snapper
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FAQs about OutCast - 27’ Dusky in Tamarindo

OutCast - 27’ Dusky in Tamarindo offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,017 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,271 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (7 hours)
  • US $1,412 per group - Full Day Trip (9 hours)

When you book a trip with OutCast - 27’ Dusky in Tamarindo, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Multimedia System bring your device, we'll play your music
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with OutCast - 27’ Dusky in Tamarindo include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (No bait stores here, so we catch our own)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks (Fruit, chips, brownies)
  • Drinks (Water, beer, sodas, ginger ale, tea)
  • First Mate (At least 10% tips are very appreciated)
  • Lunch (Full days only: sandwich)

OutCast - 27’ Dusky in Tamarindo offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Up to 12 miles)
  • Reef Fishing

OutCast - 27’ Dusky in Tamarindo offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with OutCast - 27’ Dusky in Tamarindo include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Broomtail)
  • Jack (Almaco)
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Roosterfish
  • Snapper (Cubera)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Charter Operator

TAMARINDO SPORTFISHING
Tamarindo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
21 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
79 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since October 2014
I'm Randy Wilson and I grew up in Miami, started fishing as a kid. Fished and surfed all through high school and college. I moved to Costa Rica in 1974. Experienced the incredible fishing here and developed my charter business. I ran the Talking Fish for over 30 years and stepped off the boat (and out of the sun) in November of 2023. I now operate and manage our two boats with experienced local bilingual captains and mates. After fishing here for 40+ years, I am still excited about sharing the experience with anglers from all over the world and giving them the trip of a lifetime! Our 38' Topaz TALKING FISH is captained by Arturo Rosales. Our 27' Dusky OUTCAST is captained by Javier Ruiz.

About this listing

Targeted species

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Broomtail) Broomtail Grouper
Jack (Almaco) Almaco Jack
Marlin (Black) Black Marlin

Boat specs

Dusky (Sportfishing) originally built in 1988, and restored in 2019. Powered by 2 250HP Cummins engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 22 knots.

Length
27 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Up to 12 miles
Reef Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Multimedia System
bring your device, we'll play your music

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
No bait stores here, so we catch our own
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Fruit, chips, brownies
Drinks
Water, beer, sodas, ginger ale, tea
First Mate
At least 10% tips are very appreciated
Lunch
Full days only: sandwich

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No min. age, life jackets supplied
You Keep Catch
Yes and clients share some with the crew
Crew Keeps Catch
Crew gets part of the catch for their dinner
Catch and Release Allowed
We release all billfish and roosterfish
Catch and Release Mandatory
All billfish and roosterfish

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Jack G.
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great fullday trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on December 15, 2023
We booked a full day trip on the Outcast. Captain and mate were great, always trying new things if the fish weren’t biting...
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Great Trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on March 27, 2024
Caught a 50 pound Wahoo and 6 other smaller rock fish on our 5 hour tour! Was amazing!
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Randy

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on December 19, 2021
We had an incredible trip. Plenty of action , highlighted by the 250 lb blue marlin my daughter caugh. We also had 6 yellwfn...
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Edward P.
New York, NY
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on July 20, 2021
The ount of bites could have been better, but that was beyond the control of the captain and crew. The continually tried different...
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Réal B.
Excellent
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December fishing trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on December 12, 2022
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