Get ready to explore the brackish waters of Quepos and battle elusive inshore species with Mangrove Fishing Tours! With over 20 years of experience, you can expect their team of professional guides to take you to some of the most secluded spots to put you on big fish.
You’ll be fishing from a spacious 25’ Johnson bay boat, accommodating up to 6 guests, including children above the ages of 7. The boat comes with top-notch fishing gear, as well as safety equipment, to ensure a productive and safe trip for everyone on board.
You’ll be fishing the inshore waters of Quepos, traversing through mangrove forests that produce a variety of different species. These waters are teeming with fish that give even the most experienced anglers a run for their money. Your bucket list includes Mullet and Cubera Snapper, Goliath Grouper, California Corbina, and Roosterfish.
Each guide is a local and knows these waters better than the back of their hands. They require no special technology, such as GPS or fishfinder, and will put you on fish strictly by reading the water. You’ll be impressed with their intuition and natural ability to find where all the best fish are hiding.
The main technique is handlining but there are also top-quality rods and reels available if you’d like to cast. You can also bring your own rods if you prefer using your own gear instead, it’s up to you. You’ll be using mostly live bait and it’s caught on the trip, usually in the beginning.
Fish cleaning is also included, so you can take your catch home for a delicious meal. No fishing license is required, so just arrive 20 minutes early, bring some sun protection, and you’re all set. Your captain will also supply food and drinks to make sure your energy levels are up throughout the trip.
Get ready to experience the true meaning of “Pura Vida,” and enjoy an exciting day of fishing with Mangrove Fishing Tours! Invite the family, start planning your trip, and let the crew take care of the rest.
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (32)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Appropriate for children
91%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Caught fish
90%
Jun 17, 2025
Quepos Mangrove Tour (AM)
The boat was nice, and included high end gear. The captain had collected live crabs for bait the night before and we caught live minnows on they way out. We fished all over the mangroves and the river leading to the Pacific. We caught some nice keepers and at the end, he took us to a spot that was loaded will small sea bass and catfish so that my wife and daughter could catch a bunch of fish as well. We also saw a bunch wildlife, from exotic birds, to monkeys and even crocodiles! It was a lot of fun and I would definitely recommend them!
The boat was nice, and included high end gear. The captain had collected live crabs for bait the night before and we caught live...
Feb 10, 2025
Quepos Mangrove Tour (AM)
Our guides Andres and Minor carried their enthusiasm for fishing and the Costa Rican landscape the entire day. They knew and appreciated everything around us and were excited to share it all with us. And best of all we slayed fish all day with them. It was a total blast. Highly recommend booking a tour with them!!!
Our guides Andres and Minor carried their enthusiasm for fishing and the Costa Rican landscape the entire day. They knew and appreciated...
Sep 1, 2024
Quepos Mangrove Tour (AM)
We did the 5am mangrove tour with Captain Andres. It was absolutely beautiful and the whole family had a great time! Andres treated us very well, spoke excellent English, and was extremely professional the whole time. Unfortunately, the fish were not biting while we were out there which was a bummer. I booked this charter for 5 hours and we didn’t catch anything during that time so the captain graciously allowed us almost 2 full extra hours! Finally we hooked 2 small fish. Fantastic service and overall a great experience!
We did the 5am mangrove tour with Captain Andres. It was absolutely beautiful and the whole family had a great time! Andres treated...
Jan 19, 2025
Quepos Mangrove Tour (AM)
Thanks to to captain and mate for a great experience!!! We had a wonderful day fishing. When live bait wasn’t really bringing the fish in, we got to trolling and brought in more than we could eat in two days. A great experience boating out thru the mangroves and fishing the inland river. Many thanks
Thanks to to captain and mate for a great experience!!! We had a wonderful day fishing. When live bait wasn’t really bringing...
Oct 18, 2024
Quepos Mangrove Tour (AM)
Fishing was very tough. Full moon, loads of baitfish in the water. As a new England charter captain on vacation they did there best. No fluffing at all. I enjoying A few fish meals on the grill after trip.
Fishing was very tough. Full moon, loads of baitfish in the water. As a new England charter captain on vacation they did there...
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (32)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Appropriate for children
91%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Caught fish
90%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Quepos Mangrove Tour (AM) on June 17, 2025
The boat was nice, and included high end gear. The captain had collected live crabs for bait the night before and we caught live minnows on they way out. We fished all over the mangroves and the river leading to the Pacific. We caught some nice keepers and at the end, he took us to a spot that was loaded will small sea bass and catfish so that my wife and daughter could catch a bunch of fish as well. We also saw a bunch wildlife, from exotic birds, to monkeys and even crocodiles! It was a lot of fun and I would definitely recommend them!
The boat was nice, and included high end gear. The captain had collected live crabs for bait the night before and we caught live minnows on they way out. We fished all over the mangroves and the river leading to the Pacific. We caught some nice keepers and at the end, he took us to a spot that was loaded will small sea bass and catfish so that my wife and daughter could catch a bunch of fish as well. We also saw a bunch wildlife, from exotic birds, to monkeys and even crocodiles! It was a lot...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Quepos Mangrove Tour (AM) on February 10, 2025
Our guides Andres and Minor carried their enthusiasm for fishing and the Costa Rican landscape the entire day. They knew and appreciated everything around us and were excited to share it all with us. And best of all we slayed fish all day with them. It was a total blast. Highly recommend booking a tour with them!!!
Our guides Andres and Minor carried their enthusiasm for fishing and the Costa Rican landscape the entire day. They knew and appreciated everything around us and were excited to share it all with us. And best of all we slayed fish all day with them. It was a total blast. Highly recommend booking a tour with them!!!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Quepos Mangrove Tour (AM) on September 1, 2024
We did the 5am mangrove tour with Captain Andres. It was absolutely beautiful and the whole family had a great time! Andres treated us very well, spoke excellent English, and was extremely professional the whole time. Unfortunately, the fish were not biting while we were out there which was a bummer. I booked this charter for 5 hours and we didn’t catch anything during that time so the captain graciously allowed us almost 2 full extra hours! Finally we hooked 2 small fish. Fantastic service and overall a great experience!
We did the 5am mangrove tour with Captain Andres. It was absolutely beautiful and the whole family had a great time! Andres treated us very well, spoke excellent English, and was extremely professional the whole time. Unfortunately, the fish were not biting while we were out there which was a bummer. I booked this charter for 5 hours and we didn’t catch anything during that time so the captain graciously allowed us almost 2 full extra hours! Finally we hooked 2 small fish. Fantastic service...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Quepos Mangrove Tour (AM) on January 19, 2025
Thanks to to captain and mate for a great experience!!! We had a wonderful day fishing. When live bait wasn’t really bringing the fish in, we got to trolling and brought in more than we could eat in two days. A great experience boating out thru the mangroves and fishing the inland river. Many thanks
Thanks to to captain and mate for a great experience!!! We had a wonderful day fishing. When live bait wasn’t really bringing the fish in, we got to trolling and brought in more than we could eat in two days. A great experience boating out thru the mangroves and fishing the inland river. Many thanks
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Quepos Mangrove Tour (AM) on October 18, 2024
Fishing was very tough. Full moon, loads of baitfish in the water. As a new England charter captain on vacation they did there best. No fluffing at all. I enjoying A few fish meals on the grill after trip.
Fishing was very tough. Full moon, loads of baitfish in the water. As a new England charter captain on vacation they did there best. No fluffing at all. I enjoying A few fish meals on the grill after trip.