Papi Chulo Sportfishing offers world-class inshore and offshore fishing trips to the most fertile fishing grounds of Costa Rica. Whether you are new to the sport, a weekend warrior, or a tournament angler, you are sure to have a gorgeous day on the water.

Hop aboard a 30’ Shamrock walkaround that accommodates up to 5 guests. There’s enough room for everybody to fish at the same time if you’re bottom fishing but you’ll need to take turns if you’re trolling. The boat has been newly renovated in 2019 and she’s now equipped with 2 315 HP Yanmar engines. She features a private toilet, bed, and refrigerator.

Staying closer to the shore will take you targeting Roosterfish, Snapper, Yellowtail Amberjack, and Grouper. These trips are usually less demanding and you can get your catch for a half day trip. Are you a big game angler? Take a full day trip and head out offshore, where you’ll target Marlin, Sailfish, Yellowtail Tuna, or Mahi Mahi. It can take more than an hour to reach these fishing spots, so you’ll need all the time you can get.

The crew will cover your fishing equipment, fresh water, and lunch. Snacks and drinks are available on the boat, 12 beers for adults and juice for kids. Don’t forget your sunscreen and a hat.

With Papi Chulo Sportfishing you’re bound to have an unforgettable day on the water. Choose your trip and get ready for a trip of a lifetime!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $850
    This 5 hour trip includes water, beer, snacks and fruit.Costa rica is world renowned for it's incredible billfishing, but there is also an amazing inshore fishery as well. Here on the pacific coast of Costa Rica, there one of the best Rooster fishing anywhere in the world along with Cubera snapper, Amberjack and Grouper
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $850
    This 5 hour trip includes water, beer, snacks and fruit.Costa rica is world renowned for it's incredible billfishing, but there is also an amazing inshore fishery as well. Here on the pacific coast of Costa Rica, there one of the best Rooster fishing anywhere in the world along with Cubera snapper, Amberjack and Grouper
  • Private trip
    3/4 day
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $1,290
    Includes beverages, snacks and lunch
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Grouper (Broomtail)
    Broomtail Grouper
    Snapper (Cubera)
    Cubera Snapper
  • Private trip
    Full day
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $1,490
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 66 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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If you want to have a great day of fishing call papi culo
If you want to have a great day of fishing call papi culo
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Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
87%
Satisfied with the boat
94%
Caught fish
91%
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Jamil B.
Excellent
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Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on January 4, 2025
Did the morning charter.  The Papa Chul was perfect for 3 adults and one 4 year old.  Caught fish with is 45 minutes trolling. ...
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Jose A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Perfect Day Fishing!

VERIFIED   ¾ day on March 6, 2024
My buddies and I were in Costa Rica for a company trip and decided to knock fishing in Costa Rica off the list, and let me...
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Julio A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Offshore on August 13, 2024
Our fishing experience was really awesome, the Captain and mate were really kind and were very focused in helping us catch...
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Tim P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with George

VERIFIED   ¾ day on April 23, 2024
Did a 3/4 day offshore trip had beach pick up right at hotel everything was on time an went smooth boat Wel equipped capt Jose...
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BOBBIE K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fish fish fish

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Offshore on March 5, 2024
The crew and Carlos were absolutely incredible today! We caught 5 mahi, a wahoo and 2 Bonita! Saw dolphins, a sea turtle, manatees,...
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FAQs about Papi Chulo Sportfishing

Papi Chulo Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $850 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $850 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,290 per group - 3/4 day (6 hours)
  • US $1,490 per group - Full day (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Papi Chulo Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Private
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers
  • Radar

Trips booked with Papi Chulo Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano)
  • Live Bait (When available)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • First Mate
  • Lunch (Not included on half day trips.)

Papi Chulo Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing

Papi Chulo Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Papi Chulo Sportfishing include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Broomtail)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Cubera)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Yellowtail Amberjack

Your operator

Papi Chulo Sportfishing
Playa Flamingo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
95 Fishing Reports
66 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2019
Fish with the crew that has been trained and fishing for over 20 years. Captain Jose (charter operator) will meet and greet You. He loves to fish and loves sharing his knowledge and experience with his customers. One of his main goals on each trip is for you to discover the incredible fishing opportunities in Costa Rica.

The fish you can target

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Broomtail) Broomtail Grouper
Marlin (Blue) Blue Marlin
Roosterfish Roosterfish

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
32 ft
Year built
1999
Boat manufacturer
Albemarle
Boat type
Convertible

Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 660HP
Max cruising speed
23 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Private
Air Conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano
Live Bait
When available
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
First Mate
Lunch
Not included on half day trips.

How cancellations work

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
At least 3 years old; life vests provided
You Keep Catch
billfish Catch & Release
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

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