Tuna Fish Sportfishing
Tuna Fish Sportfishing
Papagayo Charters invites you to join them on Costa Rican angling adventures and experience the best of what the waters of Playa de Ocotal have to offer! Captain Nelson is a passionate fisherman and a dedicated captain who will get you on the best catch of your life.
Inshore or offshore trip, half day or full, it is entirely up to you to decide — your captain will take you out and show you some of the hottest fishing grounds around.
More experienced anglers that want the thrill of the chase and are eager to battle big gamefish. Billfish fans would definitely want to book an offshore trip. Pacific Sailfish, Striped or Blue Marlin are the upper crust you’ll be going after, as well as Bull Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Roosterfish that won’t go down without a fight.
Go on an inshore trip when you’re in the mood to admire the gorgeous coastline of Costa Rica and want to hook anything from Amberjack and Red Snapper, to Bonito and Jack Crevalle. Your little ones will have lots of fun on these trips too, so bring them along for a fishing outing to remember.
Your ride for the day is the “Tuna Fish” — a 30’ Phoenix Tournament Yacht made of fiberglass, powered by a 450 HP Cummins engine. The vessel is fully equipped to take up to 5 anglers fishing, built for long-range high-speed runs to get you on the fish fast.
Fishing gear that includes rods, reels, tackle, live bait, and lures will wait for you on board. Snorkeling equipment is also available upon request, in case it gets too hot from being face to gills with the fish. Bottled water, sodas, and snacks are also provided, as well as lunch on full day trips.
Want your impressive catch cleaned? Capt. Nelson’s first mate will take care of that for you, and help you out throughout the trip, so tipping him at the end of it is encouraged.
Let Papagayo Charters take you on your next fishing trip and you’ll have such a great time, that you’ll always be back for more!
Papagayo Charters invites you to join them on Costa Rican angling adventures and experience the best of what the waters of Playa de Ocotal have to offer! Captain Nelson is a passionate fisherman and a dedicated captain who will get you on the best catch of your life.
Inshore or offshore trip, half day or full, it is entirely up to you to decide — your captain will take you out and show you some of the hottest fishing grounds around.
More experienced anglers that want the thrill of the chase and are eager to battle big gamefish. Billfish fans would definitely want to book an offshore trip. Pacific Sailfish, Striped or Blue Marlin are the upper crust you’ll be going after, as well as Bull Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Roosterfish that won’t go down without a fight.
Go on an inshore trip when you’re in the mood to admire the gorgeous coastline of Costa Rica and want to hook anything from Amberjack and Red Snapper, to Bonito and Jack Crevalle. Your little ones will have lots of fun on these trips too, so bring them along for a fishing outing to remember.
Your ride for the day is the “Tuna Fish” — a 30’ Phoenix Tournament Yacht made of fiberglass, powered by a 450 HP Cummins engine. The vessel is fully equipped to take up to 5 anglers fishing, built for long-range high-speed runs to get you on the fish fast.
Fishing gear that includes rods, reels, tackle, live bait, and lures will wait for you on board. Snorkeling equipment is also available upon request, in case it gets too hot from being face to gills with the fish. Bottled water, sodas, and snacks are also provided, as well as lunch on full day trips.
Want your impressive catch cleaned? Capt. Nelson’s first mate will take care of that for you, and help you out throughout the trip, so tipping him at the end of it is encouraged.
Let Papagayo Charters take you on your next fishing trip and you’ll have such a great time, that you’ll always be back for more!
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I can't say enough about these guys! Sea was extremely rough and winds were whipping! But these guys did everything they possibly could to catch fish! Captain Al, definitely has some skills handled the Boat like a professional. We never felt unsafe. Warren is a awesome mate! always checking to see if we needed anything , had sandwiches , drinks, and even made us little pineapple boats which were delicious !!! fishing wasn't that great not due to the crew, but due to the conditions out on that water. we have another trip with them in two days. Hopefully we'll have better luck.
Capt and Crew were friendly and kind. We went out twice, fishing was slow… caught a Sail each day we went. Husband caught a small Mahi. raised a few more sails. over all was a great experience, if i could change my fishing experience for April I would if only booked half days vs full days as we only caught fish in the mornings when the waters were more calm. But over all our trips were good and fishing is fishing 😊
Day 2 with these guys and I gotta say these guys didn't disappoint! Weather was completely different then day one on our inshore trip . Today we were aiming for MARLIN! And Captain Al made it happen! Hooked into a black marlin approximately 400+ pounds, unfortunately, after about an hour of fighting, it shook the hook :( .. but was definitely an experience! Then continued on and caught a bunch of Grouper and a rarely seen Congrio ( if I spelled it correctly lol) . Had a great day alot of fun and would definitely recommend these guys!!!!
This captain and first mate do not mess around. I was asked what i want to catch and we went off to the sailfish grounds and started trolling within the first hour. The first mate was very knowledgeable and cared a lot when my wife got sick. Thank you guys!
thank You so much Ryan. Hope see you soon!!
We had a good time on the Tuna Fish. Captain Nelson and Adelso are good hosts. We were picked up from the beach from Secrets Papagayo right on time as predetermined. Communication via Fishing Booker was easy and clear. There was an iced cooler with plenty of beverages with a wide range of choices. Snacks and fresh fruit hit the spot and were included with our 6 hour trip. We caught what was biting at the time. No complaints. Communication on the boat is good. I would book with this group again.
FAQs about Tuna Fish Sportfishing
- US $1,080 per group - Half Day Trip - Inshore (AM) (4 hours)
- US $1,080 per group - Half Day Trip - Inshore (PM) (4 hours)
- US $1,190 per group - 3/4 Day Fishing - 6 Hrs (6 hours)
- US $1,300 per group - Full Day Trip - Inshore or Offshore (8 hours)
- Toilet All boats provide enclosed toilet.
- Fighting chair
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Snorkeling equipment Available upon request for all guests
- Live bait well
- Multimedia system
- Outriggers
- Tuna tubes 4 units
- Ice box
- Radio
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (We need to spend sometime looking for live bait if anglers requested.)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (No. This service is included on the price)
- Snacks (Fruit, chips)
- Drinks (Water, sodas, beers, juice)
- First mate (10-20% gratuity)
- Lunch (Full day trip only: sandwich or requested)
- Inshore fishing
- Offshore fishing (Up to 35 miles)
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Fly fishing
- Deep sea fishing
- Amberjack
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Grouper (Goliath)
- Jack Crevalle
- Marlin (Blue)
- Rainbow Runner
- Roosterfish
- Sailfish
- Snapper (Red)
- Spanish Mackerel
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
- Wahoo
Your captain
Coco, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Captain Nelson Mendez will be your guide for the fishing trip on the Tuna Fish. He has fished around all Central and North Pacific Coast of Costa Rica looking for big game sportfish including Marlin, Yellowfin Tuna, Sailfish, Roosterfish, and Mahi Mahi. His ample experience in both inshore and offshore fishing makes him a well-rounded angler able and ready to target any pelagic species in the Gulf of Papagayo. Nelson is in love with every form of fishing — be it sportfishing, inshore or offshore, he truly commits to doing it all. He is simple, responsible, kind, and persistent, all the qualities that make an amazing captain. Nelson started fishing when he was 13 years old, and at the age of 18, he started working as the first mate and hasn't looked back since. Nelson also participated in 3 international fly fishing tournaments, where he made amazing results and won the third place once, and a second place twice.
Adelso M.
Captain
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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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Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Coco right now
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Goliath)
Jack Crevalle
Marlin (Blue)
Rainbow Runner
Roosterfish
Sailfish
Tuna (Yellowfin)
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