Top Notch Fishing Costa Rica 

5.0/5 (6 reviews)
 Marina Pez Vela, Quepos, PU 60601, Costa Rica

Top Notch Fishing Costa Rica 

5.0/5 (6 reviews)
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Marina Pez Vela
Quepos, PU, Costa Rica

Running angling trips out of Quepos, Top Notch Fishing Costa Rica invites you to check out the local fishery in style.

Capt. Rolando and the crew will do their best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. They specialize in bottom fishing and trolling all to get you on that bite. This involves 4 to 8-hour trips, mainly fishing for Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Roosterfish, Tuna, Marlin, and Wahoo, depending on the season and conditions of the day.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 45’ Viking boat that can safely take up to 8 anglers. This boat features a toilet, an AC, an ice box, and a fighting chair.

When it comes to rods, reels, and terminal tackle, everything you need is included in the price. Please keep in mind you’ll need to get a fishing license before the start of the trip. You’re welcome to keep all legal species caught during the trip.

Here to help you with anything you need, the first mate will be on hand during the trip. Leaving a cash tip for a job well done is customary (20%) and much appreciated.

You’ll find free snacks and drinks on the boat for your convenience, but you’re always welcome to pack your own drinks and snacks should you want to.

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 Top Notch Fishing Costa Rica.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 6 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (6)

Family group has great time first time bill fishing.
Family group has great time first time bill fishing.
Family group has great time first time bill fishing.
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

83%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews
Showing: 5 of 6 reviews
Matt S.
Matt S.
5.0/5

Aug 19, 2025

Half Day Trip – Inshore

Fishing with Shawn

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Captain replied
 Matt S. recommends Top Notch Fishing Costa Rica
 Matt S. recommends Top Notch Fishing Costa Rica
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 20, 2025
Pura Vida Matt! Thank you again for fishing with us. We are glad to hear you had a great day on the water with the crew and caught some tuna. We hope the rest of your trip is Top Notch!

John L.
John L.
5.0/5

Mar 27, 2025

Full Day Trip – Offshore

Great day

VERIFIED

Crew was great Boat was great Fishing was great 3 sails 4 tuna 3 yellow tail snapper Great day on the water Thanks

Crew was great Boat was great Fishing was great 3 sails 4 tuna 3 yellow tail snapper Great day on the water Thanks  

 John L. recommends Top Notch Fishing Costa Rica
 John L. recommends Top Notch Fishing Costa Rica

Joseph D.
Joseph D.
5.0/5

Dec 21, 2024

Full Day Trip – Offshore

Family group has great time first time bill fishing.

VERIFIED

We selected Top Notch from internet reviews. We were so not disappointed.

We selected Top Notch from internet reviews. We were so not disappointed.  

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Mike C.
Mike C.
5.0/5

Jun 28, 2024

Half Day Trip – Inshore

Fishing with Top Notch

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Had incredible trip. Caught tuna and two sailfish great experience

Had incredible trip. Caught tuna and two sailfish great experience  

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 Mike C. recommends Top Notch Fishing Costa Rica

Kaylee M.
Kaylee M.

VLG WELLINGTN, FL

5.0/5

Jul 10, 2023

Half Day Trip – Inshore

Half Day

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Great crew. Had a great time. Caught Two Rooster & Snapper within 5 hours.

Great crew. Had a great time. Caught Two Rooster & Snapper within 5 hours.  

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 Kaylee M. recommends Top Notch Fishing Costa Rica
 Kaylee M. recommends Top Notch Fishing Costa Rica
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Replied on July 11, 2023
Pura Vida! Great day! Thanks again for fishing with us!

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip – Inshore
Low rate deposit non-refundable
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,250 
Entire boat: up to 8 people
3/4 Day Trip – Offshore
Low rate deposit non-refundable
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $2,300 
Entire boat: up to 8 people
Full Day Trip – Offshore
Low rate deposit non-refundable
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $2,500 
Entire boat: up to 8 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 6 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (6)

Family group has great time first time bill fishing.
Family group has great time first time bill fishing.
Family group has great time first time bill fishing.
+3

Angler rating

5
0
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

83%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews
Showing: 5 of 6 reviews
Matt S.
Matt S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with Shawn

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip – Inshore on August 19, 2025

 

 Matt S. recommends Top Notch Fishing Costa Rica
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 20, 2025
Pura Vida Matt! Thank you again for fishing with us. We are glad to hear you had a great day on the water with the crew and caught some tuna. We hope the rest of your trip is Top Notch!

John L.
John L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great day

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip – Offshore on March 27, 2025

Crew was great Boat was great Fishing was great 3 sails 4 tuna 3 yellow tail snapper Great day on the water Thanks

Crew was great Boat was great Fishing was great 3 sails 4 tuna 3 yellow tail snapper Great day on the water Thanks  

 John L. recommends Top Notch Fishing Costa Rica

Joseph D.
Joseph D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Family group has great time first time bill fishing.

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip – Offshore on December 21, 2024

We selected Top Notch from internet reviews. We were so not disappointed.

We selected Top Notch from internet reviews. We were so not disappointed.  

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Mike C.
Mike C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with Top Notch

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip – Inshore on June 28, 2024

Had incredible trip. Caught tuna and two sailfish great experience

Had incredible trip. Caught tuna and two sailfish great experience  

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 Mike C. recommends Top Notch Fishing Costa Rica

Kaylee M.
Kaylee M.

VLG WELLINGTN, FL

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half Day

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip – Inshore on July 10, 2023

Great crew. Had a great time. Caught Two Rooster & Snapper within 5 hours.

Great crew. Had a great time. Caught Two Rooster & Snapper within 5 hours.  

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Replied on July 11, 2023
Pura Vida! Great day! Thanks again for fishing with us!

FAQs about Top Notch Fishing Costa Rica

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
8 persons
Boat length
45 ft
Year built
1988
Boat manufacturer
Viking
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
2 x 375HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots
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