Good Catch Costa Rica - Spike 

4.5
(14 reviews)
 Marisqueria Roberto's, Drake Bay, PU, Costa Rica–

Good Catch Costa Rica - Spike 

Drake Bay, PU, Costa Rica
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30 ft
6
4.5
(14 reviews)

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Good Catch Costa Rica welcomes you to Drake Bay and invites you aboard for a great fishing experience on the waters of Costa Rica. Your captain is a skilled angler who'll take you inshore, nearshore, as well as offshore, and make sure you land a fine catch and enjoy your trip to the fullest. Join the friendly crew and explore Costa Rica's rich sea life!

You'll start your trip on a 30' Mako saltwater fishing boat that's big enough to carry 6 guests. It runs on a twin 150 HP Yamaha engine with a maximum cruising speed of 20 knots. Together with the quality onboard GPS, fishfinder, and radio systems, this boat will take you to the fish quickly and safely. Its wide-ranging fishing equipment includes outriggers, tuna tubes, snorkeling gear, and a livewell. Throughout the trip, on board will be a first mate who'll gladly help you with anything you might need.

Costa Rica in general is famous for its fish variety and there's no difference when it comes to Drake Bay. You can go after Marlin, Roosterfish, Mahi Mahi, Pompano, Sailfish, and other intriguing species. Using light and heavy tackle, you'll catch them by bottom fishing, deep sea fishing, trolling, spinning, jigging, and popping. Kids are allowed to join on board. While Marlin and Sailfish will have to be released, all the other species are yours to keep and take home if you wish so. The crew will also clean and fillet one catch for you, free of charge.

There's no need to think about what you'll need to bring for the trip because you're covered for absolutely everything. From fishing gear to food and drinks to licenses, the captain provides you with everything. Yours is just to pick a date and arrive on time.

Book today and have a wonderful experience on the water with Good Catch Sportfishing!

Good Catch Costa Rica welcomes you to Drake Bay and invites you aboard for a great fishing experience on the waters of Costa Rica. Your captain is a skilled angler who'll take you inshore, nearshore, as well as offshore, and make sure you land a fine catch and enjoy your trip to the fullest. Join the friendly crew and explore Costa Rica's rich sea life!

You'll start your trip on a 30' Mako saltwater fishing boat that's big enough to carry 6 guests. It runs on a twin 150 HP Yamaha engine with a maximum cruising speed of 20 knots. Together with the quality onboard GPS, fishfinder, and radio systems, this boat will take you to the fish quickly and safely. Its wide-ranging fishing equipment includes outriggers, tuna tubes, snorkeling gear, and a livewell. Throughout the trip, on board will be a first mate who'll gladly help you with anything you might need.

Costa Rica in general is famous for its fish variety and there's no difference when it comes to Drake Bay. You can go after Marlin, Roosterfish, Mahi Mahi, Pompano, Sailfish, and other intriguing species. Using light and heavy tackle, you'll catch them by bottom fishing, deep sea fishing, trolling, spinning, jigging, and popping. Kids are allowed to join on board. While Marlin and Sailfish will have to be released, all the other species are yours to keep and take home if you wish so. The crew will also clean and fillet one catch for you, free of charge.

There's no need to think about what you'll need to bring for the trip because you're covered for absolutely everything. From fishing gear to food and drinks to licenses, the captain provides you with everything. Yours is just to pick a date and arrive on time.

Book today and have a wonderful experience on the water with Good Catch Sportfishing!

Elsa Alonso
Captain
Elsa Alonso
responds within an hour

Select date to see availability

Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Amberjack
Roosterfish
Wahoo
Grouper (Broomtail)
+3
US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip - Inshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:30 PM
Amberjack
Marlin (Blue)
Roosterfish
Grouper (Broomtail)
+2
US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Amberjack
Roosterfish
Wahoo
Grouper (Broomtail)
+2
US $1,150
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Roosterfish
+8
US $1,250
Entire boat: up to 4 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.5
14 reviews
4.6
Boat & equipment
4.3
Captain & crew
4.3
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (17)

Reviews (14)

  • Parker Fraiman
    Parker Fraiman
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    10/10 experience

    Full Day Trip – Offshore on December 17, 2025 • 2 adults

    Bryan, our captain, took fantastic care of us. Not only did he find the fish, but he treated us with exceptional hospitality- repeatedly checking if we needed drinks, snacks, and food. He helped us find the fish, catch the fish, and he cleaned the fish as well. I have done many fishing charters and this was the most seamless experience I have had. I got to enjoy fishing without stressing about anything else at all. Bryan took care of everything. 10/10 experience. If I find myself back in Costa Rica, there is no question I will book this charter again.

  • Grant Brackenridge
    Grant Brackenridge
    Repeat angler
    za
    South Africa
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fish of dreams

    Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) on November 8, 2025 • 4 adults

    I came to Costa Rica to catch a fish of my dreams for the last thirty years. Living in South Africa has made this trip impossible until my retirement last year. It takes three days travel to get here, but boy was it worth it. The crews were fantastic, they pulled out all the stops and then every other trick you never saw or heard of. Our group consisted of myself my wife, my sister and my brother in law. We fished two trips and caught fish on both days. The trip could not have been any better in any way.

  • Michael Nissen
    Michael Nissen
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    A experienced crew who love to fish

    Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) on April 11, 2025 • 2 adults

    If you are considering fishing Drake Bay this is the boat and crew you want to fish with i fish alot and I have caught alot of fish In my days I've fished with good crews and bad crews these guys know what they are doing i was impressed with there skill and there drive to put me on big fish and that is exactly what they did Bryan and Alonso met and bet my expectations my adrenaline was flowing my advice to anyone is just fish with good catch spike

  • Gaspard Chavane
    Gaspard Chavane
    Member since 2024
    5.0

    Exceptionnel

    Full Day Trip – Offshore on August 2, 2024

    Merci encore à Elsa et à Bryan le capitaine pour ces 4 jours de pêches fabuleux Des thons, des carangues, des mérous au programme et pour finir un beau marlin bleu d’environ 400 lbs Je repars avec pleins de souvenirs Bryan est un super capitaine qui connaît son sujet, il va faire tout son possible jusqu’au dernier moment pour pêcher du poisson encore et encore. Il m’a beaucoup conseiller et ma montrer beaucoup de choses pour mes combats Merci merci merci

  • Corey Hamilton
    Corey Hamilton
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2023
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent

    Full Day Trip – Offshore on August 16, 2024 • 3 adults

    We fished two days and both were amazing, captain Bryan and David went out of their way to make sure we had the best time possible. Big tuna and big rooster fish!

  • Christian Hagne
    Christian Hagne
    ch
    Switzerland
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day with Captain Brian and Skipper Chip

    Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) on April 15, 2023 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Had an awesome experience with my family fishing outside Isla de Caños. It was impressive to see Brian and Chip's determination in getting us into some big fish. And then the smiles on their faces after we had succeeded! 😀💯 (Also, as a detail, the cooler was well equipped.)

  • Jared Pace
    Jared Pace
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Rooster fish

    Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) on July 17, 2026 • 2 adults

    Great half day trip out of Drake Bay. The captain knew his stuff and put us on to a bunch of Rooster. Good fighting fish. Worth it in my opinion.

  • Brett Oleksy
    Brett Oleksy
    Repeat angler
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2022
    6 trips
    3.7
    Verified

    70% satisfied- OK charter

    Full Day Trip – Inshore on February 21, 2026 • 2 adults

    Not the best, not the worst. 3.5 Stars. Great fishing tackle on the boat, no need to bring your own stuff from home on the trip. slight language barrier and poor communications from the captain when to cast and provide instructions. My wife who fishes with me a lot was not treated appropriately for her skills and the captain was making casts instead of handing the rod to her to make casts. I think its an OK price for the area, but would not recommend fishing out of Drake Bay, other locations are better for fishing. other notes- no dock on drake bay so you need to enter through the water to the boat. boat leaves at 7 am which is late to me. i believe this is because the gas truck comes at 5 am so it hinders the time to get to spots before the sun comes up lack if shade on the boat- dont recommend for more than two people due to space. would not recommend for younger kids.

  • Philip Chen
    Philip Chen
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    4.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Elsa

    Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) on March 23, 2026 • 4 adults
  • Gert Eykens
    Gert Eykens
    be
    Belgium
    Member since 2026
    3.3
    Verified

    Fishing with Elsa

    Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) on July 18, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

FAQs about Good Catch Costa Rica - Spike

Good Catch Costa Rica - Spike offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip - Inshore (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,150 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip – Inshore (8 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Good Catch Costa Rica - Spike, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna tubes
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Good Catch Costa Rica - Spike include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Fishing for live bait is part of the trip. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We don't charge for cleaning and filleting, it's up to you if you want to tip the captain. )
  • Snacks (On board, some snacks : - fruits - cookies )
  • Drinks (On board : - water - sodas - beers If they want to bring anything else, they can! )
  • Fishing license (Fishing licenses are included.)
  • Lunch (The lunch is most of the time a typical costarican dish with : - rice - meat - salad )
Good Catch Costa Rica - Spike offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (We can go up to 30 miles.)
  • Reef fishing
Good Catch Costa Rica - Spike offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Handline
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Good Catch Costa Rica - Spike include:
  • Amberjack
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Broomtail)
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Pompano (Paloma)
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Pacific Dog)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Elsa Alonso
Elsa Alonso
Drake Bay, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica
19 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since January 2021
I first came to Costa Rica on a fishing trip, and what started as a vacation eventually turned into a new adventure and the creation of my own sport fishing company: Good Catch Costa Rica. I fell in love with fishing because no two days on the water are ever the same. Every trip is a new adventure. Sometimes I head out looking for a specific species or hoping to practice a particular fishing technique. But the ocean always has its own surprises! An unexpected fish takes the bait, a new creature appears out of nowhere, or something completely unpredictable happens. That's part of what makes fishing so exciting. I don't have one favorite species. For me, it's all about the thrill of the fight! Every fish is different. A Snapper doesn't fight like a Tuna, and a Marlin is a whole different story. I love adapting my equipment and techniques to each situation, always looking for the best possible fishing experience. For me, fishing is not just about catching fish. It's about the excitement, the challenge, the unexpected moments, and sharing that passion with people from all over the world.
Elsa Alonso
Elsa Alonso
19
reviews
2021
member since
~1h
response
I first came to Costa Rica on a fishing trip, and what started as a vacation eventually turned into a new adventure and the creation of my own sport fishing company: Good Catch Costa Rica. I fell in love with fishing because no two days on the water are ever the same. Every trip is a new adventure. Sometimes I head out looking for a specific species or hoping to practice a particular fishing technique. But the ocean always has its own surprises! An unexpected fish takes the bait, a new creature appears out of nowhere, or something completely unpredictable happens. That's part of what makes fishing so exciting. I don't have one favorite species. For me, it's all about the thrill of the fight! Every fish is different. A Snapper doesn't fight like a Tuna, and a Marlin is a whole different story. I love adapting my equipment and techniques to each situation, always looking for the best possible fishing experience. For me, fishing is not just about catching fish. It's about the excitement, the challenge, the unexpected moments, and sharing that passion with people from all over the world.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Broomtail Grouper
Broomtail Grouper
Black Marlin
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin
Paloma Pompano
Paloma Pompano
Roosterfish
Roosterfish
Sailfish
Sailfish
Pacific Dog Snapper
Pacific Dog Snapper
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Broomtail Grouper
Broomtail Grouper
Black Marlin
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin

Real catches by this captain

  • An excited angler holding a large Yellowfin Tuna while enjoying a day on the water, showcasing the beauty of the fishing environment.
    Fish 1
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Parker F.
    Parker F.
    Bryan, our captain, took fantastic care of us. Not only did he find the fish, but he treated us with exceptional hospitality- repeatedly checking if we needed drinks, snacks, and food. He helped us find the fish, catch the fish, and he cleaned the fish as well. I have done many fishing charters and this was the most seamless experience I have had. I got to enjoy fishing without stressing about anything else at all. Bryan took care of everything. 10/10 experience. If I find myself back in Costa Rica, there is no question I will book this charter again.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large fish while fishing on a boat in open waters, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Grant B.
    Grant B.
    I came to Costa Rica to catch a fish of my dreams for the last thirty years. Living in South Africa has made this trip impossible until my retirement last year. It takes three days travel to get here, but boy was it worth it. The crews were fantastic, they pulled out all the stops and then every other trick you never saw or heard of. Our group consisted of myself my wife, my sister and my brother in law. We fished two trips and caught fish on both days. The trip could not have been any better in any way.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Roosterfish while fishing in open waters, showcasing a successful day on the boat.
    Fish 1
    Giant Trevally
    Michael N.
    Michael N.
    If you are considering fishing Drake Bay this is the boat and crew you want to fish with i fish alot and I have caught alot of fish In my days I've fished with good crews and bad crews these guys know what they are doing i was impressed with there skill and there drive to put me on big fish and that is exactly what they did Bryan and Alonso met and bet my expectations my adrenaline was flowing my advice to anyone is just fish with good catch spike
  • Angler holding a large Roosterfish aboard a fishing boat, showcasing a successful catch during a coastal fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Corey H.
    Corey H.
    We fished two days and both were amazing, captain Bryan and David went out of their way to make sure we had the best time possible. Big tuna and big rooster fish!
  • Family fishing group displaying a large silver fish with blue fins aboard a boat, with a young angler wearing an orange life jacket.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Bluefin Trevally
    Christian H.
    Christian H.
    Had an awesome experience with my family fishing outside Isla de Caños. It was impressive to see Brian and Chip's determination in getting us into some big fish. And then the smiles on their faces after we had succeeded! 😀💯 (Also, as a detail, the cooler was well equipped.)

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
2012
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Mako
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
48 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Outriggers
Tuna tubes
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Fishing for live bait is part of the trip.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We don't charge for cleaning and filleting, it's up to you if you want to tip the captain.
Snacks
On board, some snacks : - fruits - cookies
Drinks
On board : - water - sodas - beers If they want to bring anything else, they can!
Fishing license
Fishing licenses are included.
Lunch
The lunch is most of the time a typical costarican dish with : - rice - meat - salad

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.
More details

What the listing policies are

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
We don't have any age limit, but we want an adult to accompany the children. Additionally, it is important that they are informed of the risks.
No smoking
You keep catch
We offer cleaning and filleting for one catch
Catch and release allowed
Catch and release mandatory
For marlin and sailfish

How you can pay

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
 Visa
 Mastercard
 PayPal
 Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Drake Bay right now

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Broomtail)Grouper (Broomtail)
Marlin (Black)Marlin (Black)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (Striped)Marlin (Striped)
RoosterfishRoosterfish
SailfishSailfish
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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