Fishing CR is a family-owned business that operates out of Herradura. Captain Luis has been fishing in the area their whole life and know these waters like the back of their palm. Being very skilled and patient makes them great teachers for novice anglers. Use the opportunity to fish with locals, learn something new, and catch the tastiest lunch!

Come aboard the 28’ Panga boat. This center console accommodates up to 4 anglers, including children 4 years old and up. The boat is powered by a 150 HP Yamaha engine, which is more than enough to take you up to 30 miles offshore. Equipped with everything you need for fishing, First Mate Luis is ready to assist whenever you need him. Tipping is customary to show appreciation for his hard work.

The catch of the day depends on how long you stay on the boat and how far off the coast you go. In the nearshore waters, you can go after Roosterfish, Grouper, and Snapper. A few miles further you can hope for Wahoo, Barracuda, and Tuna. For the most persistent anglers, the true prize lies even further when you reach the home of Marlin and Sailfish!

Except for Billfish and Roosterfish, you can keep the catch, and the crew will clean it for you. They’ll also cover your fishing equipment, live bait, fresh fruit, and soft drinks. The longer trips also come with sandwiches included.

Whether you want the whole boat for yourself or to share it with other anglers, Fishing CR can make it happen. Experience Costa Rica in an authentic way and come fishing with locals!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Half Day Near Shore
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Oct 31
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $530
    Great trip to test your luck within 15 miles from shore. Whether we try for pelagic offshore, or some great dinner meat on the bottom rocks, this is a super value trip. Trip includes, water, soft drinks, fruit and snacks. If we are lucky enough to get some meat on deck, the crew will prepare ceviche or sashimi on the spot!
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Tuna (Skipjack)
    Skipjack Tuna
    Grouper (Broomtail)
    Broomtail Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Snapper (Cubera)
    Cubera Snapper
    Tuna (Bigeye)
    Bigeye Tuna
    Needlefish
    Needlefish
    Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
    Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
    Mackerel (Atlantic)
    Atlantic Mackerel
    Conger Eel
    Conger Eel
    Grunt
    Grunt
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $625
    Choose your fishing grounds and fish you want to catch. Half days are great if it's your first time fishing or you're coming with kids. This trip includes water, soft drinks, snacks and fruit.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Marlin (White)
    White Marlin
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Skipjack)
    Skipjack Tuna
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Broomtail)
    Broomtail Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Marlin (Black)
    Black Marlin
    Snapper (Cubera)
    Cubera Snapper
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $700
    Couldn’t get the whole day just for fishing? You can still reach offshore waters and catch Billfish! Make sure to take a good photo because you can't keep these as a trophy. You can also catch Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Snapper, Wahoo, and more. If you're within 10 miles from the marina, the captain can arrange a pickup.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Marlin (White)
    White Marlin
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Skipjack)
    Skipjack Tuna
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Broomtail)
    Broomtail Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Marlin (Black)
    Black Marlin
    Snapper (Cubera)
    Cubera Snapper
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    9 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $750
    Most bang for your buck! Highly suggested for your chance at Pelagic fishing! You can choose which fishing grounds you want to visit. This trip includes fishing equipment, drinks, beer, fruit, and sandwiches. A pickup can be arranged if you're within 10 miles from the marina.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Marlin (White)
    White Marlin
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Skipjack)
    Skipjack Tuna
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Broomtail)
    Broomtail Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Marlin (Black)
    Black Marlin
    Snapper (Cubera)
    Cubera Snapper
  • Private trip
    Tuna & Marlin Chase!
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $800
    This is a full day, with a tank full of gas and no expenses spared. We will chase the bite for Tuna, Marlin or whatever the bite is. Full throttle to that spot and hopefully land some pelagics!
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Marlin (Black)
    Black Marlin
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 172 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler rating
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
84%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
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John S.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

What an amazing experience

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip on January 30, 2025
Our family of 4 went on a half-day trip and started with catching some black tuna right away. After getting some fish in the...
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GEORGE A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Un dia inolvidable!

VERIFIED   Tuna & Marlin Chase! on January 1, 2025
I highly recommend this charter. Communication with the owner, Nicholas, prior to our trip was easy as he was always quick...
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Michelle C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent Guides-Mauro and Luis

VERIFIED   Half Day Near Shore on October 13, 2024
My son and I traveled from Denver, CO and I am not an experienced angler by any means but have always wanted to try saltwater...
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Alec H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Catch of a lifetime

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on December 10, 2024
My wife and I had the BEST time fishing with FISHING CR. Captain Louis and Mauro went above and beyond in ensuring we...
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Marvin R.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fish On !!

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip on February 5, 2025
Myself and a friend went out with Captain Luis and he exceeded our hopes. Captain took us out 20 miles and set up troll rigs...
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FAQs about Fishing CR

Fishing CR offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $530 per group - Half Day Near Shore (5 hours)
  • US $625 per group - Half Day Trip (5 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (7 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Full Day Trip (9 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Tuna & Marlin Chase! (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Fishing CR, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Enclosed Porta Potty in center console.
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Fishing CR include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn and Shimano)
  • Live Bait (Prepared in advance)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning and filleting service included)
  • Snacks (Fruit)
  • Drinks (Water, sodas)
  • First Mate (Tips are usually 20%)
  • Fishing License
  • Lunch (On full day and 3/4 trips – sandwiches)

Fishing CR offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Usually drop lines at about 16 to 18 miles out. )

Fishing CR offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Popping
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Fishing CR include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Broomtail)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Cubera)
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Fishing-cr
Herradura, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica
43 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
172 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since February 2020
Nicholas Hines, an avid and passionate angler, owns Fishing CR. He's been running this charter with his family for years. His friend, Captain Luis, has been fishing with him his entire life and guiding the trips with Fishing CR. They are all locals and familiar with the best spots in the area. "The best part of this job is being out there and meeting new people, but let’s be real, the thrill of screaming reels takes the cake!"
Our Team
Luis L.
Captain
Mauro “Gemelo” G.
First mate

The fish you can target

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Broomtail) Broomtail Grouper
Grouper (Red) Red Grouper
Marlin (Black) Black Marlin

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
2012
Boat manufacturer
Panga
Boat type
Panga

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
19 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Usually drop lines at about 16 to 18 miles out.

Which fishing techniques will you try?

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Popping
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Enclosed Porta Potty in center console.
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Outriggers
Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Penn and Shimano
Live Bait
Prepared in advance
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning and filleting service included
Snacks
Fruit
Drinks
Water, sodas
First Mate
Tips are usually 20%
Fishing License
Lunch
On full day and 3/4 trips – sandwiches

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Catch and Release Mandatory
Billfish and Roosterfish

How you can pay

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
PayPal
Bank Transfer

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