La Patrona Fishing Costa Rica 

4.5
(46 reviews)
 Restaurante Coco's Herradura, Playa Herradura, PU 61101, Costa Rica–

La Patrona Fishing Costa Rica 

Playa Herradura, PU, Costa Rica
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36 ft
6
4.5
(46 reviews)

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Fish Costa Rica's Central Pacific aboard La Patrona, a 36' custom sportfisher departing from Herradura Bay, next to Los Sueños Marina and just minutes from Jaco.

Led by Captain Adrian, with more than 20 years of local fishing experience, and First Mate Lizandro, La Patrona offers private charters for serious anglers, families and first-time fishermen looking for a professional and personalized day on the Pacific.

Offshore, target Blue, Black and Striped Marlin, Pacific Sailfish, Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi-Mahi and Wahoo. Inshore, chase Roosterfish, Cubera Snapper, Grouper, Snapper, Jack Crevalle and other powerful coastal species.

Depending on your target species and current conditions, the crew may use trolling, live bait, dead bait, poppers, jigs, spinning tackle and bottom-fishing techniques. Captain Adrian adapts each private charter according to bait, currents, tides, recent fishing activity and your fishing goals.

Full-day offshore trips give you the range to explore productive fishing grounds including The 26, La Esquina, Los Cráteres, La Caída and La Bolsa. Inshore trips focus on Costa Rica's rocky coastline, islands and productive structure where Roosterfish, Cubera Snapper and other inshore gamefish can be found.

Why fish aboard La Patrona? This 36' custom sportfisher combines serious fishing capability with the comfort needed for a full day on the Pacific. Cruise at 26 knots with Garmin electronics, Rupp outriggers, tuna tubes, live bait well, tournament-grade tackle, fighting chair and a private electric restroom.

Fishing licenses, tackle, bait, fresh fruit, snacks, water, sodas and beer are included. Full-day fishing charters also include lunch.

Billfish are catch-and-release, and La Patrona practices responsible sportfishing.

From chasing a bucket-list Marlin, Sailfish or Roosterfish to enjoying your family's first Costa Rica fishing adventure, Captain Adrian and Lizandro are ready to make your day aboard La Patrona one to remember.

Fish Costa Rica's Central Pacific aboard La Patrona, a 36' custom sportfisher departing from Herradura Bay, next to Los Sueños Marina and just minutes from Jaco.

Led by Captain Adrian, with more than 20 years of local fishing experience, and First Mate Lizandro, La Patrona offers private charters for serious anglers, families and first-time fishermen looking for a professional and personalized day on the Pacific.

Offshore, target Blue, Black and Striped Marlin, Pacific Sailfish, Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi-Mahi and Wahoo. Inshore, chase Roosterfish, Cubera Snapper, Grouper, Snapper, Jack Crevalle and other powerful coastal species.

Depending on your target species and current conditions, the crew may use trolling, live bait, dead bait, poppers, jigs, spinning tackle and bottom-fishing techniques. Captain Adrian adapts each private charter according to bait, currents, tides, recent fishing activity and your fishing goals.

Full-day offshore trips give you the range to explore productive fishing grounds including The 26, La Esquina, Los Cráteres, La Caída and La Bolsa. Inshore trips focus on Costa Rica's rocky coastline, islands and productive structure where Roosterfish, Cubera Snapper and other inshore gamefish can be found.

Why fish aboard La Patrona? This 36' custom sportfisher combines serious fishing capability with the comfort needed for a full day on the Pacific. Cruise at 26 knots with Garmin electronics, Rupp outriggers, tuna tubes, live bait well, tournament-grade tackle, fighting chair and a private electric restroom.

Fishing licenses, tackle, bait, fresh fruit, snacks, water, sodas and beer are included. Full-day fishing charters also include lunch.

Billfish are catch-and-release, and La Patrona practices responsible sportfishing.

From chasing a bucket-list Marlin, Sailfish or Roosterfish to enjoying your family's first Costa Rica fishing adventure, Captain Adrian and Lizandro are ready to make your day aboard La Patrona one to remember.

La Patrona Fishing Team - 36 ' Sportfisher
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Rating

4.5
46 reviews
4.4
Boat & equipment
4.6
Captain & crew
4.4
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (82)

What anglers say

83%
Recommended
78%
Caught fish

All reviews (46)

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Eric Libby
Eric Libby
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Awesome day wirh the crew!
Offshore Full Day Experience on April 25, 2026 • 2 adults

If you're even thinking about booking a fishing charter in Costa Rica—stop looking. La Patrona is the one. From the second we stepped on the boat, everything felt dialed in. The crew was not only insanely skilled but also genuinely fun to be around—super attentive, great energy, and clearly passionate about what they do. You can tell right away these guys know the water. We were on fish fast. No wasted time, no guessing—just straight into the action. The captain put us exactly where we needed to be, and the crew made sure every line was perfect. Whether you're experienced or it's your first time offshore, they make it easy and exciting. The boat itself was clean, comfortable, and set up perfectly for a serious day of fishing. Top-tier gear, smooth ride, and everything you need for a full day on the water. What really sets La Patrona apart though is the experience. It didn't feel like a generic charter—it felt like we were out with a crew that genuinely wanted us to have an unforgettable day. And they delivered. We landed some incredible fish, had nonstop action, and left with stories we'll be talking about for years. If you want results, a killer crew, and a true Costa Rica fishing experience—book La Patrona. You won't regret it. 🎣

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Reported catch:
Sailfish
La Patrona Fishing Team - 36 ' Sportfisher
Response from Charter operator

Wow — thank you so much for this incredible review! We're truly honored by your words and thrilled to hear that your experience aboard La Patrona was everything you hoped for and more. From the moment guests step on board, our goal is to provide a professional, exciting, and unforgettable fishing adventure, so hearing that everything felt 'dialed in' means a lot to us. 🎣 Our captain and crew take great pride in knowing these waters, staying prepared, and putting our guests on the fish quickly and efficiently. We're so happy to hear you noticed the attention to detail, teamwork, and passion they bring to every trip. It's also wonderful to know you enjoyed the comfort of the boat, top-tier gear, and smooth ride. We believe a great fishing trip is about more than just the catch — it's about the full experience, the energy on board, and creating memories that last a lifetime. Knowing you left with incredible catches, nonstop action, and stories you'll be sharing for years is the best compliment we could ask for. Thank you again for choosing La Patrona and for such a strong recommendation. We can't wait to welcome you back for another epic day on the water in Costa Rica! Tight lines & Pura Vida! 🌊🎣

Trevor Roseberry
Trevor Roseberry
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
Best Fishing Experience!
Offshore Full Day Experience on September 5, 2026 • 5 adults

This crew is super awesome! I fish frequently and this experience was spectacular. We caught 14 fish!!!! These guys are really good

La Patrona Fishing Team - 36 ' Sportfisher
Response from Charter operator

Thank you so much for your great review! 🎣 We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a spectacular experience with our crew. 14 fish is an incredible day on the water! 🐟🔥 We truly appreciate you choosing La Patrona, especially as someone who fishes frequently. It means a lot to know our crew delivered an experience that stood out. We hope to have you back aboard soon for another great day of fishing! 🤙🎣

Mali Robinson
Mali Robinson
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Awesome crew, great with kids. Trophy Sailfish
Offshore Full Day Experience on August 22, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

crew was awesome, great day best food I've had on a boat, nice layout on the boat - plenty of room highly recommend for trophy trolling!

Reported catch:
Blue Marlin
Yellowfin Tuna
Cubera Snapper
Sailfish
+2
La Patrona Fishing Team - 36 ' Sportfisher
Response from Charter operator

Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear you had such a great day on the water with us! 🎣 Hearing that you enjoyed the crew, the spacious boat, and especially that it was the best food you've ever had on a fishing boat truly means a lot to our team. We're also glad we could help make your trophy trolling adventure a memorable one. Thank you for your recommendation—we can't wait to welcome you back aboard La Patrona for another incredible day on the Pacific! Tight Lines & Pura Vida! 🌊🎣

Greg Bravo
Greg Bravo
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Exceptional service
Fishing + Tortuga Island on January 20, 2026 • 5 adults

The crew for this charter was exceptional. Everyone was so kind and hospitable. We caught fish, had fresh fruit served to us, went snorkeling with a guide and had an amazing lunch on the beach. A trip to always be remembered thanks to this crew!! Will definitely be booking with this captain again!!

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La Patrona Fishing Team - 36 ' Sportfisher
Response from Charter operator

Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We're truly happy to hear that the crew made your charter such a special and memorable experience. From the fishing and fresh fruit to snorkeling with a guide and enjoying lunch on the beach, it's great to know you enjoyed every part of the day. We'll be sure to share your kind words with the captain and crew. We truly appreciate you choosing us and look forward to having you back on board again very soon! 🌊🎣

Mathew Davidson
Mathew Davidson
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2022
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Full Moom Coming
Offshore Full Day Experience on March 14, 2026 • 3 adults

Nobody in the fleet caught fish that day, but that's fishing. Still a Pleasant experience, Boat has a large padded center console that is perfect for a nap.

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La Patrona Fishing Team - 36 ' Sportfisher
Response from Charter operator

Thank you so much, Mathew! We really appreciate your honest feedback and your understanding — you're absolutely right, sometimes fishing can be unpredictable, especially around the full moon. That said, we're very happy to hear you still had a pleasant experience out on the water. It's great to know you enjoyed the comfort of the boat (a good nap spot is always a plus! 😄), and we truly value your 5-star rating for the crew and overall experience. We hope to have you back again soon so we can get you on the fish next time! 🎣 Pura Vida! 🌊

FAQs about La Patrona Fishing Costa Rica

La Patrona Fishing Costa Rica offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Roosterfish Half Day Trip (5 hours)
  • US $1,890 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Fun Day: Fishing + Playa Fantasia (9 hours)
  • US $1,900 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - Fishing + Tortuga Island (9 hours)
  • US $1,900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Roosterfish Inshore (9 hours)
  • US $1,900 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - Offshore Full Day Experience (9 hours)
When you book a trip with La Patrona Fishing Costa Rica, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Private electric toilet
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna tubes
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with La Patrona Fishing Costa Rica include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Top gear for success Day on La Patrona)
  • Live bait (Usually caught before the trip)
  • Lures (All you need for success Day on La Patrona)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Will clean and bag after the trip)
  • Snacks (Fruit and crisps on all trips)
  • Drinks (Beer, soda, water on all trips)
  • First mate (Lizandro English speaking, tips are customary)
  • Fishing license (La Patrona includes Fishing Licenses)
  • Lunch (On Full Day Trips only. BBQ Ribs or Chicken salad)
  • Fly fishing equipment (deposit $1000 for fly gear)
La Patrona Fishing Costa Rica offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing (reefs, rocky points, river mouths, beaches...)
  • Nearshore fishing (reefs, rocky points, river mouths, beaches)
  • Offshore fishing (25 to +35 Miles out target, Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna)
  • Reef fishing (reefs, rocky points, river mouths, beaches)
  • Wreck fishing
La Patrona Fishing Costa Rica offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
  • Ice fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with La Patrona Fishing Costa Rica include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Pacific Dog)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

La Patrona Fishing Team - 36 ' Sportfisher
La Patrona Fishing Team - 36 ' Sportfisher
Playa Herradura, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica
125 Fishing Reports
67 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since January 2019
Meet Our Fishing Crew La Patrona is operated by a professional Costa Rican fishing crew with extensive experience on the waters of Costa Rica’s Central Pacific. Captain Adrian has more than 20 years of fishing experience in the waters around Jaco, Herradura, and Los Sueños. He is an offshore fishing specialist and tournament angler who has participated in major fishing tournaments in Costa Rica. His local knowledge and understanding of fishing conditions help him adapt the strategy according to what is happening on the water. Mate Lizandro has been fishing the waters of Costa Rica his entire life. He has experience fishing on tournament sailfish teams in Los Sueños and is skilled in fly fishing and dead bait fishing. Lizandro has caught hundreds of marlin, including several weighing over 500 pounds. His experience handling big fish and attention to detail make him an important part of the crew. Together, Adrian and Lizandro bring local knowledge, tournament experience, technical fishing skills, and a genuine passion for sport fishing to every La Patrona charter.
Our Team
Adrián R.
Adrián R.
Captain
Lizandro N.
Lizandro N.
First mate
Jorge C.
Jorge C.
Captain
La Patrona Fishing Team - 36 ' Sportfisher
La Patrona Fishing Team - 36 ' Sportfisher
125
reports
67
reviews
2019
member since
~1h
response
Meet Our Fishing Crew La Patrona is operated by a professional Costa Rican fishing crew with extensive experience on the waters of Costa Rica’s Central Pacific. Captain Adrian has more than 20 years of fishing experience in the waters around Jaco, Herradura, and Los Sueños. He is an offshore fishing specialist and tournament angler who has participated in major fishing tournaments in Costa Rica. His local knowledge and understanding of fishing conditions help him adapt the strategy according to what is happening on the water. Mate Lizandro has been fishing the waters of Costa Rica his entire life. He has experience fishing on tournament sailfish teams in Los Sueños and is skilled in fly fishing and dead bait fishing. Lizandro has caught hundreds of marlin, including several weighing over 500 pounds. His experience handling big fish and attention to detail make him an important part of the crew. Together, Adrian and Lizandro bring local knowledge, tournament experience, technical fishing skills, and a genuine passion for sport fishing to every La Patrona charter.
The crew
Adrián R.
Adrián R.
Captain
Lizandro N.
Lizandro N.
First mate
Jorge C.
Jorge C.
Captain

The fish you can target

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Black Marlin
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin
Roosterfish
Roosterfish
Sailfish
Sailfish
Pacific Dog Snapper
Pacific Dog Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Black Marlin
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin

Real catches by this captain

  • Best Fishing Experience!
    Trevor R.
    Trevor R.
  • Awesome crew, great with kids. Trophy Sailfish
    Mali R.
    Mali R.
  • Awesome day wirh the crew!
    Eric L.
    Eric L.
  • Bucket List
    Jackson B.
    Jackson B.
  • caught 4 nice sailfish
    Rodney H.
    Rodney H.
  • A good time
    Roel C.
    Roel C.
  • Exceptional service
    Greg B.
    Greg B.
  • 10 billfish
    Mark M.
    Mark M.
  • Fishing with Randall
    Kailah J.
    Kailah J.
  • Great boat and crew
    Reinaldo P.
    Reinaldo P.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
36 ft
Year built
2019
Boat manufacturer
Sport Fisher
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
1 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Private electric toilet
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Outriggers
Tuna tubes
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Top gear for success Day on La Patrona
Live bait
Usually caught before the trip
Lures
All you need for success Day on La Patrona
Catch cleaning & filleting
Will clean and bag after the trip
Snacks
Fruit and crisps on all trips
Drinks
Beer, soda, water on all trips
First mate
Lizandro English speaking, tips are customary
Fishing license
La Patrona includes Fishing Licenses
Lunch
On Full Day Trips only. BBQ Ribs or Chicken salad
Fly fishing equipment
deposit $1000 for fly gear

How cancellations work

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
No min. age, life vests provided
You keep catch
Certain species by law are Catch and Release only
Catch and release allowed
For Marlin, Sailfish & Roosterfish.
Catch and release mandatory
For Marlin, Sailfish & Roosterfish only

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
 Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

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