VILARASTOURS SPORTFISHING

The province of Guanacaste, located in Costa Rica, is home to incredible wildlife, stunning white beaches, and crystal clear waters. It’s also a hotbed of top-notch angling opportunities! Vilarastours Sportfishing, chartered by a group of captains who grew up fishing these waters, can’t wait to take you out and introduce you to their favorite local hot spots. Whether you’re an experienced fisherman or first-time angler, they’ll soon have you fishing the Costa Rican way!

The captains and crew members of Vilarastours Sportfishing have all been passionate anglers since they were children – now, they use that love of fishing to run a variety of first-class trips, putting their years of knowledge into practice. As well as being experienced fishermen, they’re also well-versed in the migration patterns of the local fish, as well as the effect that the weather can have on these waters. When you join them, you’ll be in safe hands, and well-prepared for a day that’s chock-full of angling action!

You’ll be fishing from a 27’ Sea Pro saltwater fishing vessel, perfectly built to transport up to 5 guests – whether you’re heading a mile or 10 miles from the coast, this vessel will provide a safe and comfortable journey. She’s decked out with GPS, fishfinder, life vests, a full toilet, and even a multimedia system – you can chill out and listen to your favorite songs as you wait for the fish to bite.

Whether you’d prefer to stay closer to the coastline, or head further offshore, you’ll be spoiled for choice when it comes to the species on offer. Get ready to come face-to-gills with a variety of Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Spanish Mackerel, Yellowfin Tuna, Roosterfish, Sailfish, and plenty of other famous fish. Snorkeling gear is available, so just let your captain know if you’d like to explore these waters from a different angle!

You’ll be provided with rods, reels, bait, tackle, and a fishing license. Join Vilarastours Sportfishing for an unforgettable local-style angling adventure!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip – Fishing/Snorkeling
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
    US $500
    This quick trip can be customized to fully fit your needs, so just let your captain know how much fishing and snorkeling you'd like to do! You'll generally travel not more than a mile from the coasts, where you'll have the chance to hook anything from Jack Crevalle, Spanish Mackerel, Redfish, and more. After you've tried your hand at angling, you'll be able to anchor up and snorkel to your heart's content – your captain will provide the equipment, as well as rods, reels, bait, tackle, and your license.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $650
    This 5-hour morning trip will give you a chance to target a wide variety of saltwater species. You'll start fishing around a mile from the coast – thanks to marine diversity of this area, you'll come across plenty of species. Your captain will provide rods, reels, bait, tackle, and your fishing license.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $650
    Spend your morning taking in the sights of Guanacaste before heading out for an afternoon of angling action! This will give you a chance to target a wide variety of saltwater species. You'll start fishing around a mile from the coast – thanks to marine diversity of this area, you'll come across plenty of species. Your captain will provide rods, reels, bait, tackle, and your fishing license.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $950
    This full day trip is the perfect option for anglers of all ages and abilities who want to experience the best fishing that the waters of Guanacaste have to offer! You'll have plenty of time to head up to 10 miles offshore, which means you'll have the chance to hook Roosterfish, Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Yellowfin Tuna, and other hard-fighting species. You can also snorkel, too – just let your captain know. Your trip includes top-notch rods and reels, bait, tackle, and your fishing license.
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FAQs about VILARASTOURS SPORTFISHING

VILARASTOURS SPORTFISHING offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Fishing/Snorkeling (3 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 5 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 5 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $50 per person after 5 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with VILARASTOURS SPORTFISHING, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling Equipment Provided on all trips
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with VILARASTOURS SPORTFISHING include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License
  • Lunch

VILARASTOURS SPORTFISHING offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing

VILARASTOURS SPORTFISHING offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing

Top targeted fish species with VILARASTOURS SPORTFISHING include:
  • Amberjack
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Cubera)
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo
  • Yellowtail Amberjack

Meet the Charter Operator

Vilara's Sport Fishing
El Jobo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
27 Fishing Reports
4 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since January 2019
Our captains are natives to the area and have a lot of experience in terms of fishing, as well as with weather patterns in this area. Introducing you to fantastic fishing grounds is the priority, but they always put the safety of our clients first. Since they were children, our captains and crew have been dedicated to fishing in all its forms. Sportfishing is the focus of their passion today and they can't wait to show you around Guanacaste!

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
Roosterfish Roosterfish

Boat specs

Sea Pro (Center console) originally built in 2006. Powered by 2 150HP Suzuki engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

Length
27 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Provided on all trips
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
First Mate
Fishing License
Lunch

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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 age restriction
You Keep Catch
Keep a portion of the catch
Crew Keeps Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Catch and Release Mandatory
Protected species e.g. Roosterfish

Payment

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.5 / 5
out of 5 stars from 2 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.5 / 5
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Full Day with the owner Victor Lara
Full Day with the owner Victor Lara
Half day with Ezekiel
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Anglers claimed
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100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
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Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
50%
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Matthew H.
Spring, TX
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Full Day with the owner Victor Lara

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on May 17, 2023
We caught two mahi-mahi and lost a Sailfish at the boat Plenty of bites just couldn’t get many hook ups. Victor,...
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Susan P.
Austin, TX
Excellent
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Half day with Ezekiel

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 2, 2022
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