Cowboy Fishing Boat 

4.8
(65 reviews)
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 Marina Pez Vela, Quepos, PU 60601, Costa Rica–

Cowboy Fishing Boat 

Quepos, PU, Costa Rica
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30 ft
5
4.8
(65 reviews)

Running angling trips out of Quepos, Cowboy Fishing Boat invites you to check out the local fishery in style.

Captain Jerry will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. He specializes in bottom fishing, trolling, jigging, and spinning, all to get you on that bite. This involves 5 to 9-hour trips, mainly fishing for Mahi-Mahi, Roosterfish, Marlin, Wahoo, Snook, and Snapper, depending on the season and conditions of the day.

Your adventure begins on board a 30' Bertram boat that can fit a maximum of 5 anglers. The boat is fitted with a toilet, ice box, and a fighting chair with rocket launchers and outriggers.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Please keep in mind you'll need to get a fishing license before the start of the trip.

You'll be able to keep any legal species caught during the trip, with Billfish being catch and release only. Any fish you keep can be cleaned and filleted, as well as cooked in the Marina.

There will be a first mate on board to help you with anything you need. Tips for good service are always appreciated.

The boat will be supplied with snacks, drinks, and lunch for your pleasure, be sure to let the captain know if you have any questions or want to bring your own.

Up for a family trip? This is a children-friendly business, so bring your loved ones to share these memories with.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Cowboy 30' Bertram Express Fishing Boat.

Running angling trips out of Quepos, Cowboy Fishing Boat invites you to check out the local fishery in style.

Captain Jerry will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. He specializes in bottom fishing, trolling, jigging, and spinning, all to get you on that bite. This involves 5 to 9-hour trips, mainly fishing for Mahi-Mahi, Roosterfish, Marlin, Wahoo, Snook, and Snapper, depending on the season and conditions of the day.

Your adventure begins on board a 30' Bertram boat that can fit a maximum of 5 anglers. The boat is fitted with a toilet, ice box, and a fighting chair with rocket launchers and outriggers.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Please keep in mind you'll need to get a fishing license before the start of the trip.

You'll be able to keep any legal species caught during the trip, with Billfish being catch and release only. Any fish you keep can be cleaned and filleted, as well as cooked in the Marina.

There will be a first mate on board to help you with anything you need. Tips for good service are always appreciated.

The boat will be supplied with snacks, drinks, and lunch for your pleasure, be sure to let the captain know if you have any questions or want to bring your own.

Up for a family trip? This is a children-friendly business, so bring your loved ones to share these memories with.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Cowboy 30' Bertram Express Fishing Boat.

Cowboy Sportfishing
Charter Operator
Cowboy Sportfishing
24 years of experience
responds within an hour

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Half Day Trip - Inshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $950
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip - Inshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 12:30 PM
US $950
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip - Inshore
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
9 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $1,350
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip - Offshore
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
9 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $1,450
Entire boat: up to 4 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.8
65 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (120)

What anglers say

91%
Great experience
84%
Family friendly
95%
Friendly captain
98%
Good boat
94%
Recommended
97%
Caught fish

Reviews (65)

  • Scott Kline
    Scott Kline
    Repeat angler
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Quepos Costa Rica 🇨🇷 Fishing

    Full Day Trip - Offshore on October 29, 2026 • 1 adult

    This was my 2nd trip with this Crew, These guys are the best, this is a professional crew, when the captain says go , its a symphony of movement. This was a bottom fishins trip and did not disappoint Large Red Snapper, grouper, Bullet head Mackerel, and a yellow fin tuna. This is the most sought after crew in Quepos, and theres a reason. The gear is top notch, and so is the on board food, and they always have ice cod beers and water...Highly recommended.

  • Sylvianne Bouchard-Beaulieu
    Sylvianne Bouchard-Beaulieu
    Repeat angler
    ca
    Québec, Canada
    Member since 2024
    6 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience

    Half Day Trip - Inshore (AM) on November 19, 2025 • 2 adults

    What can I say… wow, wow, and re-wow! My boyfriend and I went on a full-day offshore fishing trip with Captain Jerry and his crew (Jose and Juan Carlo), and it was one of the most exciting fishing days ever! The mahi-mahi were on fire, and so were the sailfish. Cowboy’s team are true professionals. We caught at least 8 sailfish (at one point we had 5 on the lines at the same time and managed to bring 3 to the boat!), and we landed 11 mahi-mahi. I may have lost count because it was absolutely insane — doubles and triples happening over and over again. The Captain and crew were nonstop busy, and so were we! This is a day we will never forget. Fish aren’t always on fire like this, but let me tell you one thing… these guys know exactly what they’re doing, and they will put you on fish. I’d say: don’t hesitate — JUST DO IT!!!

  • Lee  Knowles
    Lee Knowles
    us
    Alaska, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Tough Conditions, Great Trip

    Full Day Trip - Offshore on November 7, 2026 • 4 adults

    Mother Nature threw a tough one at us today. Fishing conditions were difficult at best. However, Captain Jerry and deckhands Jose and Juan Carlos worked hard to put is on some fish. We ended the day with some Snapper and Grouper.

  • Jonathan Hartman
    Jonathan Hartman
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    could not have a better November day in Quepos

    Full Day Trip - Offshore on November 9, 2026 • 2 adults

    Grouper,Tile fish, saw some sailfish, plenty of dolphins the crew was awesome I will fish these guys any day

  • Keijo S
    Keijo S
    Repeat angler
    fi
    Finland
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    A lot of fish

    Full Day Trip - Offshore on January 11, 2026 • 2 adults

    We had a great day at sea with the Cowboy crew. They worked hard to make sure we caught fish. I have fished all over the world but nowhere else have we caught so many fish. We managed to catch one mahi mahi and 6 sailfish in 8 hours. Fishing is about the sea giving or not. You can't decide if you will catch fish or not, but this time the sea was generous. Thanks to the crew for the experience!

  • Brad Hopple
    Brad Hopple
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2022
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    look no further…… top notch crew.

    Full Day Trip - Offshore on January 12, 2026 • 2 adults

    Jerry, Carlos & Jose were exceptional. The catch was a bit slow, but Jerry managed to put us on five beautiful sailfish. Carlos & Jose were knowledgeable, helpful and damn good mates. I’ll be looking to book another trip in the next six months and these guys will be my first choice.. tight lines Jerry…..,👍🏻

  • Michelle Rigdon
    Michelle Rigdon
    Repeat angler
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2020
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Sails and Mahi!

    Full Day Trip - Offshore on January 13, 2026 • 4 adults

    Our crew of 4 had a great time and caught some great fish on our trip! 4 sailfish and 3 Mahi. Impressed with their skills and loved that when one deck hand was helping getting ready to get the fish in, the other was getting another line baited up and ready to catch another! Would highly recommend!

  • Jennifer Young
    Jennifer Young
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Perseverance

    Half Day Trip - Inshore (AM) on January 6, 2026 • 5 adults

    On a day when only two other boats caught a single sailfish, captain Juan Carlos and shipmate Jose allowed us to stay out an extra hour until we finally caught a sailfish. While we were hoping for more, it was clear that our captain and crew were doing everything they could to make our fishing trip worth it.

  • Robert Blumenshine
    Robert Blumenshine
    Repeat angler
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2018
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day of fishing.

    Half Day Trip - Inshore (AM) on June 14, 2026 • 4 adults

    The Captain and crew were great. The never stopped working. They keep the boat very clean. We caught yellow fin tuna and Dorado.

  • Joseph Peter Ueberroth
    Joseph Peter Ueberroth
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Highly recommend!

    Half Day Trip - Inshore (AM) on March 27, 2026 • 2 adults

    We had a wondeful half day fishing charter - super friendly and experienced captain and crew. Caught a lot of fish and would definitely go again if I’m back in Quepos.

FAQs about Cowboy Fishing Boat

Cowboy Fishing Boat offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $950 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip - Inshore (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip - Inshore (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip - Inshore (9 hours)
  • US $1,450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip - Offshore (9 hours)
When you book a trip with Cowboy Fishing Boat, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna tubes
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Cowboy Fishing Boat include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • First mate
  • Lunch (Offshore Trips Only)
Cowboy Fishing Boat offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
Cowboy Fishing Boat offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Cowboy Fishing Boat include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack (Pacific Crevalle)
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Roosterfish
  • Sierra Mackerel
  • Snapper (Pacific Dog)
  • Snook
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Cowboy Sportfishing
Cowboy Sportfishing
Quepos, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica
54 Fishing Reports
65 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since December 2018
A Costa Rica native, Capitan Jerry Picado has been fishing the Pacific's rich waters for over 15 years. With local knowledge of all the best spots, he's just the guy to take beginners and experts to reel in plenty of fish.
Our Team
Jerry P.
Jerry P.
Captain
Juan Carlos O.
Juan Carlos O.
First mate
Josué T.
Josué T.
First mate
Cowboy Sportfishing
Cowboy Sportfishing
54
reports
65
reviews
2018
member since
~1h
response
A Costa Rica native, Capitan Jerry Picado has been fishing the Pacific's rich waters for over 15 years. With local knowledge of all the best spots, he's just the guy to take beginners and experts to reel in plenty of fish.
The crew
Jerry P.
Jerry P.
Captain
Juan Carlos O.
Juan Carlos O.
First mate
Josué T.
Josué T.
First mate

The fish you can target

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Pacific Crevalle Jack
Pacific Crevalle Jack
Black Marlin
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin
Roosterfish
Roosterfish
Sierra Mackerel
Sierra Mackerel
Pacific Dog Snapper
Pacific Dog Snapper
Snook
Snook
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Pacific Crevalle Jack
Pacific Crevalle Jack
Black Marlin
Black Marlin
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin

Real catches by this captain

  • Solo angler proudly holding two large red snapper aboard a fishing boat on open ocean.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Vermilion Snapper
    The fishing has been a bit slow, but these days the fish are finally arriving in our waters. The weather has been beautiful and very sunny, so you can come and find the fish of your dreams.
  • Angler proudly displays two grouper aboard a center-console fishing boat on calm open water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Grouper
    Jonathan H.
    Jonathan H.
    Grouper,Tile fish, saw some sailfish, plenty of dolphins the crew was awesome I will fish these guys any day
  • Angler proudly holding a large red snapper aboard a fishing boat offshore, with a landing net visible behind her.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    Lee  K.
    Lee K.
    Mother Nature threw a tough one at us today. Fishing conditions were difficult at best. However, Captain Jerry and deckhands Jose and Juan Carlos worked hard to put is on some fish. We ended the day with some Snapper and Grouper.
  • Adult angler proudly holding two large red snapper aboard a fishing boat in open ocean.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Vermilion Snapper
    Scott K.
    Scott K.
    This was my 2nd trip with this Crew, These guys are the best, this is a professional crew, when the captain says go , its a symphony of movement. This was a bottom fishins trip and did not disappoint Large Red Snapper, grouper, Bullet head Mackerel, and a yellow fin tuna. This is the most sought after crew in Quepos, and theres a reason. The gear is top notch, and so is the on board food, and they always have ice cod beers and water...Highly recommended.
  • Rear view of the COW BOY sportfishing boat, featuring a large fighting chair, outriggers, multiple rod holders, and Costa Rica branding in Quepos.
    Cowboy is back in the game after a month and a half of maintenance, we're ready!
  • An angler actively reeling in a fish while fishing offshore, showcasing the excitement of the catch.
    Fish 1
    Sailfish
    maintenance time…Maintenance time is upon us. Starting in September, we begin servicing the vessel and preparing it for the new season to provide better service and quality to our clients. I encourage you to book in advance, as this season is expected to be very busy, so you don't miss out on an adventure in the Pacific Ocean of Costa Rica.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large Yellowfin Tuna on a sportfishing boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Quepos ,CR
  • A shark swimming in clear blue waters, showcasing the beauty of marine life during a fishing expedition.
    Fish 1
    Sailfish
    Hello again! Here are some photos from the last few days. The fishing has been slow for sailfish, but I'm still catching one or two. The small dorado are biting now, as they're starting to appear for the season... We'll be back tomorrow, hoping the rainy weather clears up; it's been quite bad.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Mahi Mahi while aboard a fishing boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Robert B.
    Robert B.
    The Captain and crew were great. The never stopped working. They keep the boat very clean. We caught yellow fin tuna and Dorado.
  • A group of anglers actively reeling in a large Sailfish while fishing offshore, showcasing teamwork and excitement on the open water.
    Fish 1
    Sailfish
    Tom G.
    Tom G.
    We couldn’t ask for a bettee trip. I would recommend Cowboy to anyone!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
1990
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Bertram
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
1 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Outriggers
Tuna tubes
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
First mate
Lunch
Offshore Trips Only

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
No smoking
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Catch and release mandatory
Billfish Only

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
 American Express
 PayPal
 Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Quepos right now

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Black)Marlin (Black)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (Striped)Marlin (Striped)
RoosterfishRoosterfish
Sierra MackerelSierra Mackerel
SnookSnook
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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