Dos Mas Sport Fishing is inviting offshore fanatics to join them on an adventure that will take you on a trip exploring the richest fishing grounds off the coast of Golfito, Costa Rica. Captain Donald Mc Guinness has over 40 years of experience fishing all over the world and catching many of the world’s most prized fish species.

His most impressive catch is certainly the massive, 1236-pound Black Marlin caught in 2006. On your trip, you’ll be able to leverage your captain’s vast experience to get the best possible shot at a catch of a lifetime!

The boat that’ll take you to the deep waters is a 30’ Island Hopper express cruiser, powered by 450 HP Cummins engine. Restored as recently as 2019, the vessel features the latest communication, navigation, radar, and fish-finding electronics as well as all the necessary safety equipment. Giving its guests everything they could need for a safe and productive trip.

Creature comforts have also been taken care of as the boat is fully outfitted for multi-day trips. On board, you’ll find 2 bunk beds, a private toilet, shower, and kitchen, as well as a multimedia system for entertainment. The vessel’s max capacity is 8 guests on single-day and 4 guests on multi-day trips.

The captain will provide you with everything you need to fish. You’ll be equipped with first-class Shimano, Tiagra, and Trinus gear and will have access to both conventional and spinning options. There will also be a variety of artificial lures and live bait, depending on the fish you’re targeting. Live bait will be caught ahead of the trip and is always included in the price.

On all trips, you’ll be provided with sandwiches, snacks, fruit, and drinks. On multi-day trips, you’ll also have hot meals prepared. All you need to bring is some sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat.

Now if you’re ready for your next offshore fishing adventure, find an opening in the captain’s calendar and start planning your trip today!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day trip
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $950
    Inshore fishing only for half day.You'll get the chance to try out a variety of techniques and target many popular species.
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    US $1,375
    This offshore adventure leaves at dawn and it'll take you about an hour to get to the desired fishing spot. Once there, you'll fish all day and head back to the port around 5:30 PM. You'll get the chance to try out a variety of techniques and target many popular species such as Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Roosterfish, and Marlin.
  • Private trip
    Multi Day Trip 4 PAX
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    2 Day Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Overnight stay, liveaboard
    US $2,500
    For this trip, you'll meet the captain in the evening around 8 or 9, have dinner, travel all night, start fishing around 5:30 AM and fish until 6 PM. Then, you'll spend the night at the fishing grounds which are about 60 miles away from the shore. You'll fish all day again and then come back. All in all, it'll be 2 days of fishing, 1 night of travelling and 1 night sleeping. You'll be able to target many of the most prized species swimming in these waters such as Marlin and Sailfish. 
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FAQs about Dos Mas Sport Fishing

Dos Mas Sport Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $950 per group - Half Day trip (4 hours)
  • US $1,375 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 12 Hour Trip (12 hours)
  • US $2,500 per day per group - Multi Day Trip 4 PAX (2 days)

When you book a trip with Dos Mas Sport Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Spearfishing Equipment
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Dos Mas Sport Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License
  • Lunch
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

Dos Mas Sport Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

Dos Mas Sport Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Handline
  • Spearfishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Dos Mas Sport Fishing include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Permit
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Red)

Meet the Captain

Donald Mc Guinness
Golfito, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica
ID & license verified
14 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since September 2019
Donald is a second-generation captain with 42 years of fishing experience. His father started fishing in Costa Rica in the fifties. He loves fishing and has been fishing since he was 13. He fished in California for 7 years, 5 years in North Carolina, 6 years in Panama and the rest of his life on the Pacific coast in Costa Rica. His biggest catch was a 1236 pound Black Marlin. He also holds a record for 35 Marlins caught and released in one day.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Goliath) Goliath Grouper

Boat specs

Island Hopper (Cruiser) originally built in 1998, and restored in 2019. Powered by a 450HP Cummins engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 26 knots.

Length
30 ft
Capacity
8 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Handline
Spearfishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
First Mate
Fishing License
Lunch
Fly Fishing Equipment

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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 included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Golfito to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No minimum age
You Keep Catch
Up to 5 fish per day
Catch and Release Allowed
Catch and Release Mandatory
For all Billfish
Disabled Accessible

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
Bank Transfer

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 14 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
86%
Friendly captain
86%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
71%
Satisfied with the boat
86%
Caught fish
92%
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Kyle L.
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Tuna smack down

VERIFIED   NEW  12 Hour Trip on April 2, 2024
Great day with Captain Donald and Andy.  Didn’t find our intended targets of Rooster and Sailfish, but nonetheless, had...
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ANDY C.
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5.0 / 5
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Great choice

VERIFIED   12 Hour Trip on January 5, 2024
We have gone on many offshore fishing trips in many different areas/countries, and have owned our own offshore boats as well. ...
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Rich S.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Outstanding day

VERIFIED   12 Hour Trip on March 6, 2024
Great experience Capt Donald and Luis are AMAZING caught Rooster Tuna and Sailfish They are very knowledgeable and very helpful...
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Jeff F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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If you are here to fish this is it

VERIFIED   12 Hour Trip on February 18, 2024
This boat provides a no nonsense fishing trip. Crew was very friendly and professional . The boat is well suited and...
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Eleanor H.
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January fishing trip

VERIFIED   12 Hour Trip on January 1, 2024
Great experience with Capt Donald. He has a plethora of local knowledge and an abundance of experience worldwide. He put us...
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