Pay a visit to Crush Em Sportfishing and have an exciting day of fishing in Herradura in Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica. Its rich waters offer a great choice of hard-fighting fish you’ll have lots of fun chasing, and the area’s natural surroundings will leave you with a desire to come back. Come aboard with Captain Alejandro Jimenez and have a great time exploring inshore and offshore waters and catching fish!

The crew and the Captain have won the 2022 Offshore World Championship in Quepos, Costa Rica!

The vessel you’ll be using is a 48’ Ocean offshore sport fishing boat that can accommodate up to 12 guests. The boat is powered by mighty twin 500 HP Cummins engines that will take you to the fish in no time. You can use all the onboard facilities, which include a kitchen, toilet, shower, as well as bed.

Using light and heavy tackle, you’ll be trolling and jigging for a number of prized species that can be found in the productive waters of Herradura. You can fish for Blue and White Marlin, Sailfish, Bluefin, Yellowfin, and Albacore Tuna, as well as Mahi Mahi. The fish you catch is yours to take home.

Captain Alejandro will take care of all the fishing tackle you’ll need for your trip, as well as lures and drinks. Before you depart, you should just bring the food of your choice.

Pick a day and have an unforgettable time on the water with Crush Em Sportfishing!

Please note that higher rates will apply on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday starting from 2024.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Inshore Fishing trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
    US $3,280
    Starting at 8:00 a.m., you and Captain Alejandro will spend 4 fun hours fishing for many different species. He covers you for all the rods, reels, tackle, lures, and drinks, so just bring some snacks before you start the trip. Please note that higher rates will apply on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday starting from 2025.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
    US $3,480
    Spend a couple of hours more on the water and have fun chasing various fish for 6 hours. The trip starts at 8:00 a.m. and the captain will provide you with all the fishing gear and drinks. Before you depart, just make sure to pack some food. Please note that higher rates will apply on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday starting from 2025.
  • Private trip
    1/2 Day (Weekends in Jan,Feb, Mar)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Fri, Sat, Sun)
    US $3,880
    Starting at 7:00 a.m., you and Captain Alejandro will spend 4 fun hours fishing for many different species. He covers you for all the rods, reels, tackle, lures, and drinks, so just bring some snacks before you start the trip. Please note that higher rates will apply on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday starting from 2025.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
    US $3,880
    Spend 8 hours fishing for species such as Marlin, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and Sailfish. You're covered for all the fishing gear and drinks, so you should just bring some snacks before you leave. Please note that higher rates will apply on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday starting from 2025.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day (Weekend Jan, Feb, Mar )
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Fri, Sat, Sun)
    US $4,078
    Spend a couple of hours more on the water and have fun chasing various fish for 6 hours. The trip starts at 7:00 a.m. and the captain will provide you with all the fishing gear and drinks. Before you depart, just make sure to pack some food. Please note that higher rates will apply on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday starting from 2025.
  • Private trip
    Full Day (Weekend Jan, Feb, Mar )
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Fri, Sat, Sun)
    US $4,480
    Spend 8 hours fishing for species such as Marlin, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and Sailfish. You're covered for all the fishing gear and drinks, so you should just bring some snacks before you leave. Please note that higher rates will apply on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday starting from 2025.
  • Private trip
    2 Day Trip – FADs Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    2 Day Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Overnight stay, liveaboard
    US $8,000
    FADs trip lasts for 2 days and 3 nights. The captain guarantees you'll catch at least one Marlin on this trip or you'll get a free regular full day trip worth $3880.
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FAQs about Crush Em Sportfishing

Crush Em Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $3,280 per group, additional US $100 per person after 6 guests - Inshore Fishing trip (4 hours)
  • US $3,480 per group, additional US $100 per person after 6 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $3,880 per group, additional US $100 per person after 6 guests - 1/2 Day (Weekends in Jan,Feb, Mar) (4 hours)
  • US $3,880 per group, additional US $100 per person after 6 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $4,078 per group, additional US $100 per person after 6 guests - 3/4 Day (Weekend Jan, Feb, Mar ) (6 hours)
  • US $4,480 per group, additional US $100 per person after 6 guests - Full Day (Weekend Jan, Feb, Mar ) (8 hours)
  • US $8,000 per day per group, additional US $100 per person after 6 guests - 2 Day Trip – FADs Trip (2 days)

When you book a trip with Crush Em Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Crush Em Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • First Mate
  • Lunch

Crush Em Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing

Crush Em Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Crush Em Sportfishing include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Albacore)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Meet the Captain

Alejandro Jimenez
Herradura, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica
6 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
16 Customer reviews
Response time 3 hours
Member since May 2021
Join Captain Alejandro in Herradura and have a fun fishing trip on gorgeous inshore as well as offshore waters. The captain's experience and lighthearted character will help you have the best experience possible and create many fond memories on the water. The crew and the Captain have won the 2022 Offshore World Championship in Quepos, Costa Rica!

About this listing

Targeted species

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue) Blue Marlin
Marlin (White) White Marlin
Roosterfish Roosterfish

Boat specs

Ocean (Sportfishing) originally built in 2015. Powered by 2 500HP Cummins engines.

Length
48 ft
Capacity
12 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed

Trip includes

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

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

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
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

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
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 16 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (31)
Excellent Captain and Crew! Super World Class Pro!
We crushed them with Crush Em
We crushed them with Crush Em
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Artur K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing trip in June

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on June 24, 2023
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Jason U.
Excellent
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Excellent Captain and Crew! Super World Class Pro!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on March 2, 2024
Had the absolute best day with this crew! We Have been fishing out of Los Suenos for 10 years! This was the best trip...
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Nelson Z.
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Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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One of the best in Costa Rica if not the best

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on September 2, 2023
Been to many Costa Rica fishing trips. Many boats many captains. This one is top by far. We got there late and weather was...
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Cary F.
Excellent
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Experience:
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Above expectations

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on December 1, 2023
We had such a great trip..they were so friendly an answered all our crazy questions my cheeks hurt I smiled so much we caught...
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James R.
Excellent
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We crushed them with Crush Em

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on January 8, 2024
Absolutely a great day on the water. Captain and crew had us on fish all day. One of the smoothest crews I’ve ever fished...
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