Aguja Sport Fishing 

4.8/5 (35 reviews)
 Calle Madrigales, Playa Jaco, Jacó, PU, Costa Rica

If you’re looking for a great and affordable fishing experience in Jaco, Costa Rica, then look no further than Aguja Sport Fishing. Discover the riches on offer just a stone’s throw from shore in the Pacific, as you go after some huge and delicious fish.

Who better to show you these waters than a local guide? Captain Alejandro is just that guy. After spending some time in the US where he learned his impeccable English, he returned home to fish his native waters. A passionate fisherman, he promises to take you to the best spots, showing you the best that Jaco has to offer.

The 23’ Liston center console is perfect for fishing. Boasting plenty of space for up to 6 guests, you’ll have the benefit of 360 degree views throughout. Take cover under the shade, or lay out in the sun and catch the rays – everything is possible. Capt. Alejandro and his first mate will provide plenty of snacks and drinks, so settle in for a smooth ride out to sea.

Using the latest rods and reels, you’ll try your hand at bottom fishing the reefs, while also trolling the open waters. Start your day by catching your own bait, before heading out and witnessing first-hand the thrilling fishing opportunities on offer in Costa Rica.

Fishing here is no mean feat. Despite some monster fish coming right up close to shore, you’ll need to use all your strength to hook ‘em aboard. Get ready for some rod-bending action as you go up against Snappers, Groupers, Jacks, Barracuda, and even such beauties as Tuna and Sailfish. Try to fill the boat with these delicious creatures and head back to shore with a treat ahead of you.

Let your captain know how far offshore you’d like to go, and he’ll try his best to accommodate your wishes. At the end of the day, the first mate will even clean and fillet your catch for you, so you should bring a tip as a token of thanks. Everything else you need will be waiting for you on board. Let Aguja Sport Fishing take you on the trip of a lifetime to the Pacific!

Alejandro D

Captain

Alejandro D

8 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified

Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Drinks
 Child Friendly
 Rods, reels & tackle
 Food (Snacks)

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
US $595 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Tortuga Island Roundtrip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
US $680 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
US $700 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 35 reviews
Boat
4.7/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (36)

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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

92%

Appropriate for children

86%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

91%

Recommend this charter

97%

Caught fish

90%

Showing 1 - 5 of 35 reviews
Lisa T.
Lisa T.
4.7/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

4.0/5

Overall

Great day of no rain

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip on March 31, 2025

We had a great time on the water with the Alejandro and Choto. Did an 8 hour deep sea excursion, but weren't able to get the Tuna or big fish we wanted. We did get other fish so we had a bunch to take home. It was a beautiful day out on the water. Captain and first mate are extremely knowledgeable on fishing. We trolled and used poles off and on during the day. They work very hard on getting you the fish you'd like.

We had a great time on the water with the Alejandro and Choto. Did an 8 hour deep sea excursion, but weren't able to get the Tuna or big fish we wanted. We did get other fish so we had a bunch to take home. It was a beautiful day out on the water. Captain and first mate are extremely knowledgeable on fishing. We trolled and used poles off and on during the day. They work very hard on getting you the fish you'd like.  

 Lisa T. recommends Aguja Sport Fishing
1 person finds this review helpful

Allen R.
Allen R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great day on the water.

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip on January 10, 2025

Alejandro and his crew were great! There was more than enough room for the three of us in our party to comfortably fish. We were able to catch all the grouper and snapper we wanted and needed so that we could have a fresh fish dinner for our group of 10 friends. We only kept what we needed for the dinner, throwing back a lot of fish. I’ll book the same trip when we go back. Thanks for a great day!

Alejandro and his crew were great! There was more than enough room for the three of us in our party to comfortably fish. We were able to catch all the grouper and snapper we wanted and needed so that we could have a fresh fish dinner for our group of 10 friends. We only kept what we needed for the dinner, throwing back a lot of fish. I’ll book the same trip when we go back. Thanks for a great day!  

 Allen R. recommends Aguja Sport Fishing
1 person finds this review helpful
Alejandro D
Alejandro D (The Captain)
Replied on January 20, 2025
Thanks for fishing with us my friend! We really enjoyed it! Great group of guys, easy going and with a great vibe! Stay safe! Pura vida 🎣

Anthony O.
Anthony O.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great charter

VERIFIED
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Half Day Trip on July 24, 2025

Captain was personable and knowledgeable. He spoke great English and put us on fish!

Captain was personable and knowledgeable. He spoke great English and put us on fish!  

 Anthony O. recommends Aguja Sport Fishing
Alejandro D
Alejandro D (The Captain)
Replied on July 25, 2025
Thanks for fishing with us Anthony! We had a great time hanging out with your crew! Until next time! Pura vida!

Kerwyn H.
Kerwyn H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Just Book it!!!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip on June 3, 2025

Alejandro and his crew were amazing, they took very good care of our group. Very experienced, accommodating and knew where to go. We caught a good amount of Yellowfin tuna that fed us the entire trip. I highly recommend booking with Alejandro.

Alejandro and his crew were amazing, they took very good care of our group. Very experienced, accommodating and knew where to go. We caught a good amount of Yellowfin tuna that fed us the entire trip. I highly recommend booking with Alejandro.  

 Kerwyn H. recommends Aguja Sport Fishing
Alejandro D
Alejandro D (The Captain)
Replied on June 5, 2025
Thanks for the good review my friend! We really enjoyed fishing with you and your crew! Glad you guys had a good time! Safe travels pura vida!

Keith S.
Keith S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Magnificent Experience!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip on July 11, 2025

I will be planning my next trip to return soon. Thanks!

I will be planning my next trip to return soon. Thanks!  

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 Keith S. recommends Aguja Sport Fishing
1 person finds this review helpful
Alejandro D
Alejandro D (The Captain)
Replied on July 25, 2025
Thank you very much my friend! It was great to have you guys onboard! Until next time amigos pura vida!

FAQs about Aguja Sport Fishing

What are the trip rates for Aguja Sport Fishing?

Aguja Sport Fishing offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $595 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (5 hours)
  • US $680 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Tortuga Island Roundtrip (7 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Aguja Sport Fishing?

When you book a trip with Aguja Sport Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
What's included in the trip price with Aguja Sport Fishing?

Trips booked with Aguja Sport Fishing include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Caught during the trip)
  • Lures
  • Snacks
  • Drinks (Water and sodas)
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License
What types of fishing does Aguja Sport Fishing offer?

Aguja Sport Fishing offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
What fishing techniques does Aguja Sport Fishing offer?

Aguja Sport Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Handline
Which fish species can I catch with Aguja Sport Fishing?

Top targeted fish species with Aguja Sport Fishing include:

  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Broomtail)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Needlefish
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Cubera)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Your captain

Alejandro D

Jacó, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
63 Customer reviews
Response time 2 hours
Member since April 2019

Having lived in the USA when he was younger, Captain Alejandro offers a comfortable English-language guide service, unrivaled across Costa Rica. He’s been fishing for over 8 years. With the help of his brother, also an avid fisherman, he promises a completely local fishing experience. In addition to fishing, he loves getting out on the water purely for pleasure and knows all the best spots to head to. He hopes to help you fill the boat with plenty of delicious fish!

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Broomtail Grouper
Broomtail Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Needlefish
Needlefish
Roosterfish
Roosterfish
Sailfish
Sailfish
Cubera Snapper
Cubera Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Skipjack Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2018
Boat manufacturer
Liston
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 150HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Spinning

Jigging

Popping

Handline

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Caught during the trip

Lures

Snacks

Drinks

Water and sodas

First Mate

Fishing License

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

Must be at least 10 years old

You Keep Catch

Can be cleaned and filleted for a tip

Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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

What’s biting in Jacó right now

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Broomtail)Grouper (Broomtail)
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
RoosterfishRoosterfish
SailfishSailfish
Snapper (Cubera)Snapper (Cubera)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
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