Guanacaste Fly Fishing 

4.6/5 (17 reviews)
 Papagayo Peninsula, Hacienda Flor, GU, Costa Rica

Guanacaste Fly Fishing 

Hacienda Flor, GU, Costa Rica
14 ft
2
4.6/5 (17 reviews)

Join Captain Esteban Blanco on an unforgettable journey through the beautiful rainforest of Guanacaste, Costa Rica! The local guides and experts at Guanacaste Fly Fishing will take you to all the local hot spots where you can expect to get a few bites and reel in a trophy winner.

Trips are run from 14' NRS inflatable outboard rafts, each one powered by a 15 HP Yamaha engine. These boats are ideal for river and surface fishing, able to easily maneuver around rock structures. Each raft fits up to 2 anglers and kids of all ages are more than welcome, as long as they are accompanied by adults.

You will mainly be fishing from the Tempisque and Corobici rivers while targeting Rainbow and Striped Bass, Machaca (Mini Tarpon), and Snook. You can expect a lot of surface fishing using grasshopper flies, poppers, and flowers.

Capt. Esteban provides top-notch fly reels and rods by Remmington, as well as fishing licenses for you and your guests. You will most likely be working up an appetite so you will be offered snacks, food, and drinks as well.

Pick-up and transportation are also included, just meet at their local office and a guide will take you to your fishing location. If you are staying in Papagayo, transportation to and from your hotel will be arranged.

If you've never gone fishing in a rainforest, now is your time to give it a try. Capt. Esteban will show you an amazing time while ensuring a safe and productive day of fly fishing. Bring a camera, sunglasses, and sunscreen and join Guanacaste Fly Fishing on this all-inclusive adventure in beautiful Costa Rica!

Join Captain Esteban Blanco on an unforgettable journey through the beautiful rainforest of Guanacaste, Costa Rica! The local guides and experts at Guanacaste Fly Fishing will take you to all the local hot spots where you can expect to get a few bites and reel in a trophy winner.

Trips are run from 14' NRS inflatable outboard rafts, each one powered by a 15 HP Yamaha engine. These boats are ideal for river and surface fishing, able to easily maneuver around rock structures. Each raft fits up to 2 anglers and kids of all ages are more than welcome, as long as they are accompanied by adults.

You will mainly be fishing from the Tempisque and Corobici rivers while targeting Rainbow and Striped Bass, Machaca (Mini Tarpon), and Snook. You can expect a lot of surface fishing using grasshopper flies, poppers, and flowers.

Capt. Esteban provides top-notch fly reels and rods by Remmington, as well as fishing licenses for you and your guests. You will most likely be working up an appetite so you will be offered snacks, food, and drinks as well.

Pick-up and transportation are also included, just meet at their local office and a guide will take you to your fishing location. If you are staying in Papagayo, transportation to and from your hotel will be arranged.

If you've never gone fishing in a rainforest, now is your time to give it a try. Capt. Esteban will show you an amazing time while ensuring a safe and productive day of fly fishing. Bring a camera, sunglasses, and sunscreen and join Guanacaste Fly Fishing on this all-inclusive adventure in beautiful Costa Rica!

Guanacaste Fly Fishing
Charter Operator
Guanacaste Fly Fishing
16 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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Full Day Trip – Fly Fishing
Non-refundable
7 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $850
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip – Rainbow Bass
Non-refundable
7 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $850
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

4.6
17 reviews
4.5
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

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Al Brooks
Al Brooks
Repeat angler
us
Montana, US
Member since 2016
29 trips
5.0
Verified
full day trip
Full Day Trip – Rainbow Bass on January 3, 20262 adults

Excellent experience going down the river. The captain was very patient getting me un hooked from branches. He coached me into getting my first ever fish on a fly rod. My friend caught several fish as I had several misses. We also saw multiple varieties of birds, iguanas, a couple crocodiles and howler monkeys. A great trip all around.

Guanacaste Fly Fishing
Response from Charter operator

Thanks so much !!

Vanessa Pepper
Vanessa Pepper
Repeat angler
United Kingdom
Member since 2020
5 trips
5.0
Verified
River fly fishing
Full Day Trip – Fly Fishing on March 31, 20252 adults

Another amazing trip on this beautiful river Our guide was Jose excellent knowledge and great guide Caught a lot of fish ranging up to about 9lb and wonderful scenery This was our second trip here and would highly recommended

Beth Overton
Beth Overton
us
Colorado Springs, CO, US
Member since 2024
4.7
Verified
Fly fishing Guanacaste
Full Day Trip – Fly Fishing on April 9, 20242 adults

We had a great day fishing on Rio Corobicic for Machaca. Great learning experience! Our guide Jose and his son Joseph were experienced guides and helped us catch these fast aggressive fish. Great scenery, too!

Brian Scott
Brian Scott
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
Full day trip with Joseph
Full Day Trip – Fly Fishing on March 26, 20232 adults

Had a great time floating Rio Corobici! Fishing was good, and our captain, Joseph, did a great job as our guide. I would recommend this trip to anyone looking to get out for a fly fishing trip in Guanacaste, Costa Rica!

John McMinamin
John McMinamin
Repeat angler
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2017
6 trips
5.0
Verified
7 hour trip
Full Day Trip – Fly Fishing on January 11, 20232 adults

Great trip Jose was very helpful and knowledgeable. Beautiful scenery with crocodiles monkeys and iguanas. I definitely reccomend this trip

FAQs about Guanacaste Fly Fishing

Guanacaste Fly Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $850 per group - Full Day Trip – Fly Fishing (7 hours)
  • US $850 per group - Full Day Trip – Rainbow Bass (7 hours)
When you book a trip with Guanacaste Fly Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Guanacaste Fly Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Remington)
  • Lures
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • Fishing license
  • Lunch
  • Fly fishing equipment (Remington)
Guanacaste Fly Fishing offers the following type of fishing:
  • River fishing (Tempisque & Corobici)
Guanacaste Fly Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with Guanacaste Fly Fishing include:
  • Bass (Rainbow)
  • Snook

Your operator

Guanacaste Fly Fishing
Guanacaste Fly Fishing
Guanacaste Fly Fishing

Hacienda Flor, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

17 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2019

Guanacaste fly fishing has had a knack for adventure as far back as he could remember. As a local company and fly fishing extraordinaire, we received the IGFA World Record exploring Costa Rica's rivers and lagoons, in some cases very dangerous and inhospitable areas. Capt. Esteban founded Guanacaste Fly Fishing with the aim of introducing people to the wonderful sport while showing tourists the beautiful northern jungle of Guanacaste, Costa Rica. He loves targeting Rainbow Bass, Roosterfish, Snook, and Machaca (Mini Tarpon). Join their team of local fly fishing experts and create lasting memories in beautiful Costa Rica!

17 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2019

Guanacaste fly fishing has had a knack for adventure as far back as he could remember. As a local company and fly fishing extraordinaire, we received the IGFA World Record exploring Costa Rica's rivers and lagoons, in some cases very dangerous and inhospitable areas. Capt. Esteban founded Guanacaste Fly Fishing with the aim of introducing people to the wonderful sport while showing tourists the beautiful northern jungle of Guanacaste, Costa Rica. He loves targeting Rainbow Bass, Roosterfish, Snook, and Machaca (Mini Tarpon). Join their team of local fly fishing experts and create lasting memories in beautiful Costa Rica!

The fish you can target

Rainbow Bass
Rainbow Bass
Snook
Snook
Rainbow Bass
Rainbow Bass
Snook
Snook

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
14 ft
Year built
2025
Boat manufacturer
NRS
Boat type
Inflatable outboard
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 15HP
Max cruising speed
10 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Tempisque & Corobici

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Ice box

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Remington
Lures
Snacks
Drinks
Fishing license
Lunch
Fly fishing equipment
Remington

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

More details

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.

No alcohol
Catch and release mandatory

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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

 PayPal

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