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If you’re ready to enjoy fishing in Herradura, we’ve got you covered with American Charters. Your guide for the day is Captain Ronald, offering years of local experience.

Species like Mahi Mahi, Black Marlin, Striped Marlin, Roosterfish, Sailfish, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, and more are in the cards, depending on the time of year. You’ll target your catch by light tackle fishing, trolling, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Also remember to bring snacks – luckily, Capt. Ronald will have some on board!

You’ll be welcome aboard a 28’ Topaz offshore sport fishing that holds up to 6 passengers. It comes with outriggers, downriggers, and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. You’ll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. A 10–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work.

You will need to purchase a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

A few items to bring include sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be food and some light snacks provided on board.

Get in touch with Capt. Ronald below and start planning your trip today!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Inshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 5 persons
    US $800
    inshore trip
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for up to 5 persons
    US $900
    Offshore 5 hours trolling or bottom fishing
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Marlin (Black)
    Black Marlin
    Marlin (Striped)
    Striped Marlin
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 5 persons
    US $1,300
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Best captain and crew in Herradura /jaco

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Offshore on September 27, 2024
The captain speaks fluent english. This is very rare in Costa Rica. The crew often consisted of two and sometimes...
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FAQs about American Charters

American Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $800 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group - Half Day Trip – Offshore (5 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with American Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Radar

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

American Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing

American Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with American Charters include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

American Charters
Herradura, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica
ID & license verified
1 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2023
Grew in Miami Florida fishing the keys and Bahamas. I have won many of tournaments in the States and Bahamas. My fishing is a passion not a job.

The fish you can target

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Black) Black Marlin
Marlin (Striped) Striped Marlin
Roosterfish Roosterfish

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
2010
Boat manufacturer
Topaz
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Yanmar
Powered by
2 x 240HP
Max cruising speed
23 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live Bait Well
Outriggers

What’s included in the trip price

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

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.

What the listing policies are

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

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
Bank Transfer

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