Tamarindo Fishing Trips 

4.7/5 (31 reviews)
 13, Tamarindo, GU, Costa Rica

Tamarindo Fishing Trips 

4.7/5 (31 reviews)
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Tamarindo, GU, Costa Rica
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Tamarindo Fishing Trips has a crew of locals who have been fishing for years and know these waters like the back of their hands. Operating out of Tamarindo, Costa Rica, they can't wait to show you their favorite hotspots and put you on the fish!

Spend the day aboard their 27' custom-built center console panga than can cater to up to 4 anglers, 2 of them fishing at the same time. It comes powered by a 115 HP Yamaha 2007 engine, and features top-of-the-line navigational electronics and safety gear, as well as a cooler for your catch.

Captain Gato will take you exploring the most productive offshore waters, reefs, and flats. You'll do a lot of trolling, but bottom fishing and jigging are also on the menu. You'll start fishing about 1 mile from shore – the crew plays it by ear and goes where the fish are. Depending on the bite, you could be catching Blackfin and Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Spanish Mackerel, Snapper, and more.

The charter includes the use of top-notch fishing gear, mostly by Penn. Lures, snacks, and drinks are also included in the price. The captain will even clean and fillet your catch after the trip is done, free of charge. You should bring sunglasses, hats, sunscreen, and fishing licenses (which can be easily purchased online before the trip).

Tamarindo Fishing Trips will take care of everything else and make sure you go home with lifelong memories!

Tamarindo Fishing Trips has a crew of locals who have been fishing for years and know these waters like the back of their hands. Operating out of Tamarindo, Costa Rica, they can't wait to show you their favorite hotspots and put you on the fish!

Spend the day aboard their 27' custom-built center console panga than can cater to up to 4 anglers, 2 of them fishing at the same time. It comes powered by a 115 HP Yamaha 2007 engine, and features top-of-the-line navigational electronics and safety gear, as well as a cooler for your catch.

Captain Gato will take you exploring the most productive offshore waters, reefs, and flats. You'll do a lot of trolling, but bottom fishing and jigging are also on the menu. You'll start fishing about 1 mile from shore – the crew plays it by ear and goes where the fish are. Depending on the bite, you could be catching Blackfin and Yellowfin Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Spanish Mackerel, Snapper, and more.

The charter includes the use of top-notch fishing gear, mostly by Penn. Lures, snacks, and drinks are also included in the price. The captain will even clean and fillet your catch after the trip is done, free of charge. You should bring sunglasses, hats, sunscreen, and fishing licenses (which can be easily purchased online before the trip).

Tamarindo Fishing Trips will take care of everything else and make sure you go home with lifelong memories!

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Rating

4.7
31 reviews
4.5
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

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Recommended

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Rodrigo Alban
Rodrigo Alban
us
California, US
Member since 2025
1
5.0
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Incredible experience in Tamarindo
Half Day Trip (AM) on December 22, 20252 adults1 child
Booked with Naomi L through fishing Booker. The transaction went smoothly. There was great communication by Captain Elmer. The next day we were set to leave at 7 AM. The conditions were incredible. Lots of fish activity in the area. We caught a few tunas, saw some action with cabrillas, smaller groupers, and the cherry on the cake was an amazing 100 pounder sailfish. What a thrill of a lifetime. The crew in the boat were very friendly, spoke English fluently. They were very knowledgeable and helpful. Very professional. I would do this again and highly recommend it.
Reported catch:
Blackfin Tuna
Cubera Snapper
Yellowfin Tuna
Response from Captain
December 23, 2025
thanks see you next time in the water amigo
Mark Peterson
Mark Peterson
Repeat angler
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2024
4 trips
0
4.7
Verified
We caught fish within 5 minutes
Half Day Trip (AM) on March 16, 20262 adults
this was oir second trip with Tamarindo Fishing. Kenal and Pablo worked well together as a good team. We wanted to catch fish to eat so Kenal suggested starting with bottom fishing for snapper and grouper. We had fish in the boat within 5 minutes of reaching the first spot. We moved to three other spots and caught fish at each. Once we had enough for multiple meals we switched to trolling for big sport fish. While we didnt catch anything trolling but we saw dolphins and sea turtles. The beer and water was cold. The pineapple was sweet. It was a trip we would repeat.
Response from Captain
March 17, 2026
thanks for your review, hope to see you soon in the water pura vida
Alejandro Nantes
Alejandro Nantes
us
New York, US
Member since 2025
1
5.0
Verified
Unforgettable Experience with Captain Kenneth
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 29, 20252 adults2 children
Captain Kenneth at Tamarindo Fishing Trips was absolutely incredible! His 15+ years of fishing experience and deep knowledge of the local waters made our charter exciting, smooth, and full of action. My two sons had the time of their live. It was more than just a fishing trip, it was a day of bonding and memory-making that we'll never forget. Captain Kenneth was professional, patient, and truly passionate about what he does. From the moment we stepped on the boat, we felt like we were in great hands. I highly recommend Tamarindo Fishing Trips to anyone visiting the area, especially families looking for an unforgettable adventure!
Response from Captain
July 1, 2025
thanks alejandro see you next time
Justin Giesler
Justin Giesler
us
California, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Elmer
Half Day Trip (AM) on April 10, 20262 adults
solid trip, it was super windy and not ideal conditions but we still tried trolling for big fish. no big fish but still the captain made sure we got to catch some red snapper to eat!
Carlee Olivera
Carlee Olivera
us
Idaho, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Very accommodating
Half Day Trip (PM) on December 27, 20254 adults
We went out and the kids started getting sea sick but we were out there because dad wanted to fish. They brought me and the kids back to shore and kept dad on the water, thank you.
Response from Captain
December 28, 2025
was a placer to have you in our boat see you next time pura vida

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Half Day Trip (AM)
Non-refundable
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $450
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
Non-refundable
4 hour trip starts at 1:30 PM
US $450
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.7
31 reviews
4.5
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (33)

What anglers say

94%
Recommended

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Rodrigo Alban
Rodrigo Alban
us
California, US
Member since 2025
1
5.0
Verified
Incredible experience in Tamarindo
Half Day Trip (AM) on December 22, 20252 adults1 child
Booked with Naomi L through fishing Booker. The transaction went smoothly. There was great communication by Captain Elmer. The next day we were set to leave at 7 AM. The conditions were incredible. Lots of fish activity in the area. We caught a few tunas, saw some action with cabrillas, smaller groupers, and the cherry on the cake was an amazing 100 pounder sailfish. What a thrill of a lifetime. The crew in the boat were very friendly, spoke English fluently. They were very knowledgeable and helpful. Very professional. I would do this again and highly recommend it.
Reported catch:
Blackfin Tuna
Cubera Snapper
Yellowfin Tuna
Response from Captain
December 23, 2025
thanks see you next time in the water amigo
Mark Peterson
Mark Peterson
Repeat angler
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2024
4 trips
0
4.7
Verified
We caught fish within 5 minutes
Half Day Trip (AM) on March 16, 20262 adults
this was oir second trip with Tamarindo Fishing. Kenal and Pablo worked well together as a good team. We wanted to catch fish to eat so Kenal suggested starting with bottom fishing for snapper and grouper. We had fish in the boat within 5 minutes of reaching the first spot. We moved to three other spots and caught fish at each. Once we had enough for multiple meals we switched to trolling for big sport fish. While we didnt catch anything trolling but we saw dolphins and sea turtles. The beer and water was cold. The pineapple was sweet. It was a trip we would repeat.
Response from Captain
March 17, 2026
thanks for your review, hope to see you soon in the water pura vida
Alejandro Nantes
Alejandro Nantes
us
New York, US
Member since 2025
1
5.0
Verified
Unforgettable Experience with Captain Kenneth
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 29, 20252 adults2 children
Captain Kenneth at Tamarindo Fishing Trips was absolutely incredible! His 15+ years of fishing experience and deep knowledge of the local waters made our charter exciting, smooth, and full of action. My two sons had the time of their live. It was more than just a fishing trip, it was a day of bonding and memory-making that we'll never forget. Captain Kenneth was professional, patient, and truly passionate about what he does. From the moment we stepped on the boat, we felt like we were in great hands. I highly recommend Tamarindo Fishing Trips to anyone visiting the area, especially families looking for an unforgettable adventure!
Response from Captain
July 1, 2025
thanks alejandro see you next time
Justin Giesler
Justin Giesler
us
California, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Elmer
Half Day Trip (AM) on April 10, 20262 adults
solid trip, it was super windy and not ideal conditions but we still tried trolling for big fish. no big fish but still the captain made sure we got to catch some red snapper to eat!
Carlee Olivera
Carlee Olivera
us
Idaho, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Very accommodating
Half Day Trip (PM) on December 27, 20254 adults
We went out and the kids started getting sea sick but we were out there because dad wanted to fish. They brought me and the kids back to shore and kept dad on the water, thank you.
Response from Captain
December 28, 2025
was a placer to have you in our boat see you next time pura vida

FAQs about Tamarindo Fishing Trips

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
27 ft
Year built
2007
Restored in
2024
Boat manufacturer
Custom-built panga
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha 2024
Powered by
1 x 115HP
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