Pez Koi

4.8/5 (7 reviews)

Muelle de Puerto Jiménez CostaRica, Puerto Jiménez, PU 60702, Costa Rica–

Pez Koi

Puerto Jiménez, PU, Costa Rica

–

24 ft

4.8/5 (7 reviews)

Trips & prices Targeted species Boat info What's biting What's included Contact captain

Trips & prices What's included Targeted species Boat info Reviews Contact captain

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COVID-19 update: The Pez Koi crew has instituted safety measures on board all their trips so you can enjoy your day of fishing to the fullest.

Pez Koi is inviting all anglers planning on visiting the beautiful Puerto Jimenez, Costa Rica to join them for a fishing experience they'll remember for a long time. Captain José Miranda strives to provide top-notch service to all his clients and allow them to experience local fishing and local nature to the fullest. You'll be able to fish for local favorites, watch dolphins, and snorkel in the crystal clear water, all at an affordable price!

The boat you'll be fishing from is a 23' Eduduño saltwater fishing boat, powered by a 100 HP Yamaha outboard. Restored as recently as 2019, the boat features top-notch electronics for navigation, communication, and fish-finding, as well as all the necessary safety equipment. On board, you'll also be provided with a cooler and ice for your drinks and snacks, giving you all you'd need for a fun and productive day on the water.

The trips may take you up to 20 miles offshore, depending on the season, weather, and targeted species. You'll be equipped with world-class Penn and Shimano equipment so that you have the best shot at landing your target when the opportunity presents itself. There is no minimum age for kids coming aboard. Kids all ages are welcome and 4 life jackets for kids are provided.

The species you're targeting may require you to fish with live bait. If that's the case, the captain will stock up on live bait ahead of the trip and have it ready for you. Live bait is provided at no extra charge. Spearfishing and snorkeling equipment is also available at no additional cost although this has to be arranged in advance with the captain.

The only things you should pack are food, drinks, sunscreen, and sunglasses, and you'll be ready for your fishing adventure with Pez Koi! Welcome aboard!

COVID-19 update: The Pez Koi crew has instituted safety measures on board all their trips so you can enjoy your day of fishing to the fullest.

The only things you should pack are food, drinks, sunscreen, and sunglasses, and you'll be ready for your fishing adventure with Pez Koi! Welcome aboard!

Popular features

Live bait

You keep catch

Catch cleaning & filleting

Drinks

Child friendly

Popular features

Live bait

You keep catch

Catch cleaning & filleting

Drinks

Child friendly

Customer reviews

Rating

4.8

7 reviews

4.6

Boat & equipment

5.0

Captain & crew

4.7

Fishing Experience

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Bill Seaman

Repeat angler

California, US

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Member since 2020

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6 trips

4.7

Verified

A phenomenal day on the water!

8 Hour Trip on March 25, 2026 • 1 adult

Don't let the small boat fool you. Captain Jose and Pez Koi landed BIG fish. I had requested we target Yellowfin Tuna and Captain Jose embraced my request and said 'Let's go get you some Yellowfin Tuna'. 

Sure enough Jose found a 1/4 mile wide bait ball and an ongoing feeding frenzy. Hundreds of Spinner Dolphins, diving birds and lots of Yellowfin Tuna made for a chaotic scene. All we had to do was put out a live Blue Runner and wait for a Tuna to hit it like a freight train!

In short order we landed four beautiful Yellowfin, ranging from 45-70 lbs each. My arms were limp noodles by the end of the day!
Not having a fighting chair on Pez Koi made it even more challenging. 

I was solo on this trip and needed a break between fish so Jose prepared some fresh Tuna Ceviche while I was recovering. What a fabulous day!

Reported catch:

Miguel Morales

Arizona, US

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Member since 2025

5.0

Verified

Top 3 experience while in Costa Rica!

Half Day Trip on October 2, 2025 • 2 adults • 1 child

Our fishing trip with Pez Koi made the top 3 experiences while on our 2-week visit to Costa Rica for all 3 of us - my husband, 7 year old son, Anthony, & myself. Our guides were incredible & took us to so many great spots to fish! We caught a really nice variety of fishing, even a turtle that we let go. In addition to the fish, we saw humpback whales & lots of birds.The boat was comfortable & the snacks were delicious & fresh! They even let Anthony 'drive' the boat back to the pier. Thank you, Pez Koi, for all the incredible memories!

Reported catch:

Response from Captain

October 26, 2025

We're glad you enjoyed the trip and for the great review you left us. We're very happy that we met your expectations for the trip.

Fred Nichols

Repeat angler

Maryland, US

•

Member since 2024

•

2 trips

4.0

Verified

New

It was a good trip

Half Day Trip on May 19, 2026 • 3 adults

Captain worked hard to find fish. A few good hits and a few fish on board. Overall a good day on the water. Jose good captain.

Ryan Saleski

Esterhazy, SK, Canada

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Member since 2024

5.0

Verified

You can tell Jose loves fishing and wants you to catch!

Half Day Trip on December 30, 2024 • 3 adults • 1 child

Jose and his son Andy have great energy and were an absolute pleasure to be on the water with. You can tell he loves to fish and wants you to catch. His boat is very clean and well kept and has everything needed. Since I had the wife and kids with me, we only went for half day with our main goal to catch fish for some meals which we were successful at. We tried a bit for rooster since I had never gone for one and had a hit but didn't get it. The kids were thrilled to see the dolphins and turtles which Jose recognized right away and circled around so they swam along beside the boat. We didn't catch big numbers but did catch barracuda, pompano, jack, mahi-mahi, and a small Spanish mackerel that we cut up for bait. It's crazy how many bites you get and bait you go through figuring out the right technique to hook up😁 I brought a heavy ice fishing rod out for the kids to use to help catch bait at the start of the day and they loved it. I made sushi with the mahi-mahi which was delicious! I will for sure be booking Jose for more days on the water the next time I'm down in Puerto Jimenez!

Reported catch:

Wayne Richards

California, US

•

Member since 2024

5.0

Verified

Awesome trip

Half Day Trip on April 3, 2024 • 2 adults

He put me on exactly what I asked for. Awesome trip! Many fish!

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June 2026

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Half Day Trip

6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM

US $600

Entire boat: up to 4 people

US $600

Entire boat: up to 4 people

8 Hour Trip

9 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM

US $750

Entire boat: up to 4 people

US $750

Entire boat: up to 4 people

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Customer reviews

Rating

4.8

7 reviews

4.6

Boat & equipment

5.0

Captain & crew

4.7

Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (22)

All reviews (7)

Filter

Sort by: Featured

Frequently mentioned

Showing 1 – 5 of 7 reviews

Bill Seaman

Repeat angler

California, US

Member since 2020

6 trips

4.7

Verified

A phenomenal day on the water!

8 Hour Trip on March 25, 2026 • 1 adult

Don't let the small boat fool you. Captain Jose and Pez Koi landed BIG fish. I had requested we target Yellowfin Tuna and Captain Jose embraced my request and said 'Let's go get you some Yellowfin Tuna'. 

Sure enough Jose found a 1/4 mile wide bait ball and an ongoing feeding frenzy. Hundreds of Spinner Dolphins, diving birds and lots of Yellowfin Tuna made for a chaotic scene. All we had to do was put out a live Blue Runner and wait for a Tuna to hit it like a freight train!

In short order we landed four beautiful Yellowfin, ranging from 45-70 lbs each. My arms were limp noodles by the end of the day!
Not having a fighting chair on Pez Koi made it even more challenging. 

I was solo on this trip and needed a break between fish so Jose prepared some fresh Tuna Ceviche while I was recovering. What a fabulous day!

Reported catch:

Miguel Morales

Arizona, US

Member since 2025

5.0

Verified

Top 3 experience while in Costa Rica!

Half Day Trip on October 2, 2025 • 2 adults • 1 child

Our fishing trip with Pez Koi made the top 3 experiences while on our 2-week visit to Costa Rica for all 3 of us - my husband, 7 year old son, Anthony, & myself. Our guides were incredible & took us to so many great spots to fish! We caught a really nice variety of fishing, even a turtle that we let go. In addition to the fish, we saw humpback whales & lots of birds.The boat was comfortable & the snacks were delicious & fresh! They even let Anthony 'drive' the boat back to the pier. Thank you, Pez Koi, for all the incredible memories!

Reported catch:

Response from Captain

October 26, 2025

We're glad you enjoyed the trip and for the great review you left us. We're very happy that we met your expectations for the trip.

Fred Nichols

Repeat angler

Maryland, US

Member since 2024

2 trips

4.0

Verified

New

It was a good trip

Half Day Trip on May 19, 2026 • 3 adults

Captain worked hard to find fish. A few good hits and a few fish on board. Overall a good day on the water. Jose good captain.

Ryan Saleski

Esterhazy, SK, Canada

Member since 2024

5.0

Verified

You can tell Jose loves fishing and wants you to catch!

Half Day Trip on December 30, 2024 • 3 adults • 1 child

Jose and his son Andy have great energy and were an absolute pleasure to be on the water with. You can tell he loves to fish and wants you to catch. His boat is very clean and well kept and has everything needed. Since I had the wife and kids with me, we only went for half day with our main goal to catch fish for some meals which we were successful at. We tried a bit for rooster since I had never gone for one and had a hit but didn't get it. The kids were thrilled to see the dolphins and turtles which Jose recognized right away and circled around so they swam along beside the boat. We didn't catch big numbers but did catch barracuda, pompano, jack, mahi-mahi, and a small Spanish mackerel that we cut up for bait. It's crazy how many bites you get and bait you go through figuring out the right technique to hook up😁 I brought a heavy ice fishing rod out for the kids to use to help catch bait at the start of the day and they loved it. I made sushi with the mahi-mahi which was delicious! I will for sure be booking Jose for more days on the water the next time I'm down in Puerto Jimenez!

Reported catch:

Wayne Richards

California, US

Member since 2024

5.0

Verified

Awesome trip

Half Day Trip on April 3, 2024 • 2 adults

He put me on exactly what I asked for. Awesome trip! Many fish!

FAQs about Pez Koi

The fish you can target

What is the boat like?

Boat category

Sportfishing boats

Capacity

4 persons

Boat length

24 ft

Year built

2000

Restored in

2019

Boat manufacturer

Eduardoño

Boat type

Sportfishing

Engine model

Yamaha

1 x 150HP

Max cruising speed

25 knots

Pez Koi

Customer reviews

Rating

Anglers' gallery (22)

All reviews (7)

Trip availability and prices

Customer reviews

Rating

Anglers' gallery (22)

All reviews (7)

FAQs about Pez Koi

The fish you can target

What is the boat like?

What’s biting in Puerto Jiménez right now

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