Samara Buena Vista Sportfishing 

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 Hotel Villas, Samara, GU, Costa Rica–

Samara Buena Vista Sportfishing 

Samara, GU, Costa Rica
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30 ft
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5.0
(1 review)

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Exhilarating fishing opportunities await along Costa Rica’s Pacific coast. Based out of the idyllic Samara Bay, you’ll head off from the sandy beaches to the open seas, with the stunning fruitful green mountains behind. The waters here provide an even better opportunity to see something new, with huge Billfish and exotic smaller fish in abundance.

Captain Christian Chatard will be your guide for the day. A passionate angler, he spent 10 years fishing in France, before moving to Costa Rica to follow his passion to the extreme. Trips with Capt. Christian are not for the faint of heart. Be prepared go after huge fish who can take a long time and an incredible amount of strength to reel in.

Head up to 20 miles offshore to go after the biggest, most coveted fish. Marlin and Sailfish will leave you gobsmacked darting around the water tops, let alone when you catch one! Tuna and Mahi Mahi will make for a great struggle, too, and you’ll get to take them back to shore. On inshore trips, go after tropical Snappers, Amberjacks, and the native Roosterfish. You’re always in for a treat!

Aboard the 30’ center console, you’ll have everything you need to give you the best chance of catching a prized fish. Powered by a 200 HP Suzuki engine and assisted by the top-of-the-range navigational equipment on board, you’ll speed off to the most productive spots on the water. With a livewell and tuna tubes to keep your bait fresh, and outriggers and downriggers on board, you’ll have an advantage over the rest all day long.

When you thought the trip of a lifetime couldn’t get any better: fruit, snacks, and drinks, including two beers per person, are included on all trips, and lunch will be provided on full day trips. Take advantage and settle in for an unforgettable day on the water. If you need any help, the first mate will be on hand to assist in any way. Buena Vista Sportfishing is the place to be for fishing the Pacific!

Exhilarating fishing opportunities await along Costa Rica’s Pacific coast. Based out of the idyllic Samara Bay, you’ll head off from the sandy beaches to the open seas, with the stunning fruitful green mountains behind. The waters here provide an even better opportunity to see something new, with huge Billfish and exotic smaller fish in abundance.

Captain Christian Chatard will be your guide for the day. A passionate angler, he spent 10 years fishing in France, before moving to Costa Rica to follow his passion to the extreme. Trips with Capt. Christian are not for the faint of heart. Be prepared go after huge fish who can take a long time and an incredible amount of strength to reel in.

Head up to 20 miles offshore to go after the biggest, most coveted fish. Marlin and Sailfish will leave you gobsmacked darting around the water tops, let alone when you catch one! Tuna and Mahi Mahi will make for a great struggle, too, and you’ll get to take them back to shore. On inshore trips, go after tropical Snappers, Amberjacks, and the native Roosterfish. You’re always in for a treat!

Aboard the 30’ center console, you’ll have everything you need to give you the best chance of catching a prized fish. Powered by a 200 HP Suzuki engine and assisted by the top-of-the-range navigational equipment on board, you’ll speed off to the most productive spots on the water. With a livewell and tuna tubes to keep your bait fresh, and outriggers and downriggers on board, you’ll have an advantage over the rest all day long.

When you thought the trip of a lifetime couldn’t get any better: fruit, snacks, and drinks, including two beers per person, are included on all trips, and lunch will be provided on full day trips. Take advantage and settle in for an unforgettable day on the water. If you need any help, the first mate will be on hand to assist in any way. Buena Vista Sportfishing is the place to be for fishing the Pacific!

Christian Chatard
Captain
Christian Chatard
22 years of experience
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Half Day Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Nov 1 - Aug 30
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Nov 1 - Aug 30
US $700
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Nov 1 - Aug 30
US $800
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Nov 1 - Aug 30
US $850
Entire boat: 2 people

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Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Reviews (1)

  • Donald Lampert
    Donald Lampert
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    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
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    Excellent Offshore Experience

    Half Day Trip – Offshore on June 29, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Christian and Mate Fernando worked seamlessly and hard to ensure a successful, exciting and memorable trip. Little action through the morning, but dolphins and birds feeding on bait fish appeared and apparently are an indication of tuna. The experienced crew worked hard to get us in position and we caught three tuna the last approximately 55lbs. Absolutely great experience with a great crew.

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Texas, US
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Excellent Offshore Experience
Half Day Trip – Offshore on June 29, 2026 • 2 adults

Captain Christian and Mate Fernando worked seamlessly and hard to ensure a successful, exciting and memorable trip. Little action through the morning, but dolphins and birds feeding on bait fish appeared and apparently are an indication of tuna. The experienced crew worked hard to get us in position and we caught three tuna the last approximately 55lbs. Absolutely great experience with a great crew.

FAQs about Samara Buena Vista Sportfishing

Samara Buena Vista Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - Half Day Trip – Inshore (5 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - Half Day Trip – Offshore (5 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - Full Day Trip – Inshore (8 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - Full Day Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Samara Buena Vista Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna tubes
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Samara Buena Vista Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Snacks (Cookies, fruit)
  • Drinks (Waters, colas, two beers per person)
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
  • Lunch (On full day trips)
Samara Buena Vista Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing (Up to 7 miles out)
  • Offshore fishing (Up to 20 miles out)
Samara Buena Vista Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Samara Buena Vista Sportfishing include:
  • Amberjack
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Broomtail)
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Roosterfish
  • Snapper (Red Pacific)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Christian Chatard
Christian Chatard
Samara, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
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1 Customer review
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Member since November 2018
Captain Christian Chatard is a French-nationalized Costa Rican with 22 years of charter-guiding experience under his belt. A passionate fisherman, he now runs his own sportfishing company, Buena Vista Sportfishing, in the region of Samara Guanacaste. The best part of his job is when he sees his clients happy and satisfied with their dreams fulfilled. He's calling you aboard to enjoy some exhilarating sportfishing.
Christian Chatard
Christian Chatard
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Captain Christian Chatard is a French-nationalized Costa Rican with 22 years of charter-guiding experience under his belt. A passionate fisherman, he now runs his own sportfishing company, Buena Vista Sportfishing, in the region of Samara Guanacaste. The best part of his job is when he sees his clients happy and satisfied with their dreams fulfilled. He's calling you aboard to enjoy some exhilarating sportfishing.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Broomtail Grouper
Broomtail Grouper
Black Marlin
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Roosterfish
Roosterfish
Pacific Red Snapper
Pacific Red Snapper
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Broomtail Grouper
Broomtail Grouper
Black Marlin
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin

Real catches by this captain

  • Excellent Offshore Experience
    Donald L.
    Donald L.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
Eduardoño
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Outriggers
Tuna tubes
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Snacks
Cookies, fruit
Drinks
Waters, colas, two beers per person
First mate
Fishing license
Lunch
On full day trips

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
You keep catch
Catch and release mandatory

How you can pay

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
 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Samara right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Broomtail)Grouper (Broomtail)
Marlin (Black)Marlin (Black)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
RoosterfishRoosterfish
WahooWahoo

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