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.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Quepos Mangrove Tour (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    US $450
    Get ready to explore the mangroves and target various Snapper and Grouper species, as well as Roosterfish and Corbina. All necessary fishing tackle will be provided and your captain will offer snacks and drinks as well. All you have to do is grab some sun protection and brace yourself for an epic journey! Note: The departure time depends on the high tide.
  • Private trip
    Quepos Mangrove Tour (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    US $450
    This trip will take you fishing for at least 5 hours, depending on high tide. You'll fish the Damas Mangroves in search of Goliath Grouper, Cubera and Mullet Snapper, Corbina, and Roosterfish. All necessary equipment is included and your captain will also provide snacks and drinks. Just be sure to grab some sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses and the rest will be taken care of. Note: The departure time depends on the high tide.
  • Private trip
    Sport fishing at the paradise
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jan 1 - Dec 31
    US $1,450
    This is the best destination of the world where you can find the fishing cacth and release to preserve the nature, fight with a blue Marlin or just have fun with a beautiful sail fish. Note: The departure time depends on the high tide.
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FAQs about Mangrove Fishing Tours

Mangrove Fishing Tours offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Quepos Mangrove Tour (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Quepos Mangrove Tour (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Sport fishing at the paradise (5 hours)

Trips booked with Mangrove Fishing Tours include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks (Sandwiches, chips, & fruit )
  • Drinks
  • First Mate

Mangrove Fishing Tours offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing (Damas de Quepos )
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Mangrove Fishing Tours offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Spinning
  • Handline

Top targeted fish species with Mangrove Fishing Tours include:
  • California Corbina
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Roosterfish
  • Snapper (Cubera)
  • Snapper (Mullet)

Meet the Charter Operator

Mangrove Fishing Tours
Quepos, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica
1 Fishing Report
23 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since August 2019
Mangrove Fishing Tours has been operating off the coast of Quepos for over 2 decades. It specializes in handlining in inshore waters and lakes and targets tough-fighting fish such as Goliath Grouper, Cubera and Mullet Snapper, Roosterfish, and Corbina. Each trip guarantees heart-pounding action in some of the most productive waters of the eastern Pacific. Invite your family, catch lots of big fish, and create lasting memories in Costa Rica with Mangrove Fishing Tours!

About this listing

Targeted species

California Corbina California Corbina
Grouper (Goliath) Goliath Grouper
Roosterfish Roosterfish
Snapper (Cubera) Cubera Snapper

Boat specs

Johnson (Bay boat) originally built in 2016. Powered by 2 125HP Johnson engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 10 knots.

Length
25 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing
Damas de Quepos
Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Spinning
Handline

Amenities

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Sandwiches, chips, & fruit
Drinks
First Mate

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
Ages 7 & up (life jackets included)
No Smoking
No Alcohol
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 23 reviews
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Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Great way to spend the AM!
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Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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David B.
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Fishing in mangroves for family of 6

VERIFIED   NEW  Quepos Mangrove Tour (PM) on April 3, 2024
We took our family for an afternoon of fishing. The crew was so nice and very patient with all of us. We did catch some small...
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Steven L.
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Just an absolutely brilliant day

VERIFIED   Quepos Mangrove Tour (PM) on February 16, 2024
What great guys . Really knew there stuff. Not all days are great fish days but today was a great fishing day relaxing nice...
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Fishing with Karla

VERIFIED   Quepos Mangrove Tour (PM) on February 6, 2024
Had a great afternoon! Saw local wildlife while travelling through the amazing mangrove ecosystem.  Didn’t catch many fish...
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Mangrove fishing

VERIFIED   Quepos Mangrove Tour (PM) on May 9, 2023
really wonderful day exploring the mangroves and fishing. Was a slow day fishing wise but still managed to bring home some...
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Vince P.
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Great way to spend the AM!

VERIFIED   Quepos Mangrove Tour (AM) on January 8, 2024
Great morning on the water. We caught 6 different species of fish. 5 fish we kept. Trolled along the edges and the. Went live...
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