American Charters
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!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (78)
+75Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Appropriate for children
86%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
93%
Recommend this charter
83%
Caught fish
93%
Jul 14, 2025
Half Day Trip – Offshore
They hustled, they tried.
Once we got onboard, the day was a great day. We're a family of 5, with boys 15, 13, and 10. We caught 2 marlin and 1 sailfish. Was really cool first experience with sport fishing in deep water. We were really hoping to have something we could keep and eat, but such is fishing... the capt and crew were obviously working and trying so it's definitely more about the capricious ocean than anything they did or did not do. The lunch was fantastic and the snacks were great - we were pretty much eating all day long! Drinks too and I would have loved to have had a few more beers (had one) but I was low-grade sea sick most of the day so beer was definitely not on my menu.
Once we got onboard, the day was a great day. We're a family of 5, with boys 15, 13, and 10. We caught 2 marlin and 1 sailfish....
May 2, 2025
Half Day Trip – Offshore
Go American Charters if you want to catch Mahi Mahi
We arrived at the beach to meet the water taxi to take us to the boat that best describes how we would feel at the end of the trip. The water taxi took us to the boat named SATISFACTION .We didn't know what to expect But coming from Florida means we arent new to fishing. Everything from talking to the owner before the trip, to meeting Captain Yermey and the team David and Bradley. They spoke good english and was solely focused on putting us on fish. After some intense trolling we struck fish gold with frigate birds working and a Log loaded with Mahi. We caught and kept 18 fish and put back about the same amount before he signaled to sister boats to join in on the fun. We had plenty of drinks and fresh cut pineapple... and for lunch we had a fresh mahi sushimi with all the fixins... As a guy who has fished from San Diego for Blue-Fin to the Florida keys this ranked in my top 5 for catch, comraderie, and just fun with the fellas... If you want. If you want hook up- contact American charters. We are already planning the next excursion and we haven't left here yet.... TIGHT LINES.
We arrived at the beach to meet the water taxi to take us to the boat that best describes how we would feel at the end of the...
Mar 9, 2025
Full Day Trip
Amazing!!!!! 5 Stars!!!
Captain Ron and his amazing 3 person crew were fantastic. By far the best day of fishing I have ever had in Costa Rica. We met Ron at 615am on Herradura beach. Ron is one of the only American captains working the area. After a 45 minute cruise on his comfortable boat we had lines in the ocean. The crew- led by Yermy and his mates Pepe and Brad, were constantly working the many lines to make sure we were ready to catch fish. And catch fish we did. 10 sailfish and one massive bull mahi-mahi. We had action the entire day. The mates made sure we were always getting the fish to the boat. Extremely helpful. Captain Ron didn’t follow the other boats but charted his own path to the fish. He had a sixth sense as to where the fish were. The bull mahi-mahi was an incredible 69” long and 82lbs. It took us almost 45 minutes to get it on the boat. Ron skillfully managed the boat and crew to make sure we caught this fish and all the sails. The crew took first class care of us with an incredible fruit breakfast, lots of cold drinks, and a fantastic lunch of chicken and rice. Couldn’t have been better. The boat was very comfortable with nice shaded seating down below and you can also join Ron up in the tower where he operates the boat and spots all the fish. Our day continued until past 4pm when we caught our last 2 sailfish on our way back to Heradura beach. 5 stars all the way. I am from Cape Cod and Jupiter florida so I know good fishing charters. Ron and his extremely hard working crew are one of the very best. Ron even personally drove us back to our hotel in his brand new truck. First class all the way. Don’t hesitate in booking as his schedule is always busy. Incredible trip with a fantastic captain and crew!
Captain Ron and his amazing 3 person crew were fantastic. By far the best day of fishing I have ever had in Costa Rica. We met...
May 8, 2025
Full Day Trip
FIVE YELLOW FIN TUNA CAUGHT!!!!!
This was our first off shore fishing trip in Costa Rica and it was fantastic!!! Right off the back we hooked two sailfish but unfortunately we lost them. However, Our captain Jeremy got us on the next spot right away, we caught FIVE Yellow fin Tuna, the biggest was 80 lbs!!! The first mates Walton and Bradley were great, getting the fish hooked and even helping my wife reel in the biggest catch!! It was a great day and we would definitely recommend this charter and crew to anyone wanting to catch the trophy catch!
This was our first off shore fishing trip in Costa Rica and it was fantastic!!! Right off the back we hooked two sailfish but...
Jun 26, 2025
Half Day Trip – Offshore
Rooster Fish
Went to Costa Rica in search of a Rooster Fish and was able to make that happen with American Charters. Good boat, good equipment, and better crew. The only downside to the entire trip was my wife and Son got to feeling bad early and we had to go in, but this is no fault to the boat, crew or captain. I would recommend this trip to anyone that wants a rooster fish. I had a great time and if I ever get a chance to go back to Costa Rica I will go back with American charters!
Went to Costa Rica in search of a Rooster Fish and was able to make that happen with American Charters. Good boat, good equipment,...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (78)
+75Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Appropriate for children
86%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
93%
Recommend this charter
83%
Caught fish
93%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
They hustled, they tried.
Half Day Trip – Offshore on July 14, 2025
Once we got onboard, the day was a great day. We're a family of 5, with boys 15, 13, and 10. We caught 2 marlin and 1 sailfish. Was really cool first experience with sport fishing in deep water. We were really hoping to have something we could keep and eat, but such is fishing... the capt and crew were obviously working and trying so it's definitely more about the capricious ocean than anything they did or did not do. The lunch was fantastic and the snacks were great - we were pretty much eating all day long! Drinks too and I would have loved to have had a few more beers (had one) but I was low-grade sea sick most of the day so beer was definitely not on my menu.
Once we got onboard, the day was a great day. We're a family of 5, with boys 15, 13, and 10. We caught 2 marlin and 1 sailfish. Was really cool first experience with sport fishing in deep water. We were really hoping to have something we could keep and eat, but such is fishing... the capt and crew were obviously working and trying so it's definitely more about the capricious ocean than anything they did or did not do. The lunch was fantastic and the snacks were great - we were pretty...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Go American Charters if you want to catch Mahi Mahi
Half Day Trip – Offshore on May 2, 2025
We arrived at the beach to meet the water taxi to take us to the boat that best describes how we would feel at the end of the trip. The water taxi took us to the boat named SATISFACTION .We didn't know what to expect But coming from Florida means we arent new to fishing. Everything from talking to the owner before the trip, to meeting Captain Yermey and the team David and Bradley. They spoke good english and was solely focused on putting us on fish. After some intense trolling we struck fish gold with frigate birds working and a Log loaded with Mahi. We caught and kept 18 fish and put back about the same amount before he signaled to sister boats to join in on the fun. We had plenty of drinks and fresh cut pineapple... and for lunch we had a fresh mahi sushimi with all the fixins... As a guy who has fished from San Diego for Blue-Fin to the Florida keys this ranked in my top 5 for catch, comraderie, and just fun with the fellas... If you want. If you want hook up- contact American charters. We are already planning the next excursion and we haven't left here yet.... TIGHT LINES.
We arrived at the beach to meet the water taxi to take us to the boat that best describes how we would feel at the end of the trip. The water taxi took us to the boat named SATISFACTION .We didn't know what to expect But coming from Florida means we arent new to fishing. Everything from talking to the owner before the trip, to meeting Captain Yermey and the team David and Bradley. They spoke good english and was solely focused on putting us on fish. After some intense trolling we struck...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Amazing!!!!! 5 Stars!!!
Full Day Trip on March 9, 2025
Captain Ron and his amazing 3 person crew were fantastic. By far the best day of fishing I have ever had in Costa Rica. We met Ron at 615am on Herradura beach. Ron is one of the only American captains working the area. After a 45 minute cruise on his comfortable boat we had lines in the ocean. The crew- led by Yermy and his mates Pepe and Brad, were constantly working the many lines to make sure we were ready to catch fish. And catch fish we did. 10 sailfish and one massive bull mahi-mahi. We had action the entire day. The mates made sure we were always getting the fish to the boat. Extremely helpful. Captain Ron didn’t follow the other boats but charted his own path to the fish. He had a sixth sense as to where the fish were. The bull mahi-mahi was an incredible 69” long and 82lbs. It took us almost 45 minutes to get it on the boat. Ron skillfully managed the boat and crew to make sure we caught this fish and all the sails. The crew took first class care of us with an incredible fruit breakfast, lots of cold drinks, and a fantastic lunch of chicken and rice. Couldn’t have been better. The boat was very comfortable with nice shaded seating down below and you can also join Ron up in the tower where he operates the boat and spots all the fish. Our day continued until past 4pm when we caught our last 2 sailfish on our way back to Heradura beach. 5 stars all the way. I am from Cape Cod and Jupiter florida so I know good fishing charters. Ron and his extremely hard working crew are one of the very best. Ron even personally drove us back to our hotel in his brand new truck. First class all the way. Don’t hesitate in booking as his schedule is always busy. Incredible trip with a fantastic captain and crew!
Captain Ron and his amazing 3 person crew were fantastic. By far the best day of fishing I have ever had in Costa Rica. We met Ron at 615am on Herradura beach. Ron is one of the only American captains working the area. After a 45 minute cruise on his comfortable boat we had lines in the ocean. The crew- led by Yermy and his mates Pepe and Brad, were constantly working the many lines to make sure we were ready to catch fish. And catch fish we did. 10 sailfish and one massive bull mahi-mahi....
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
FIVE YELLOW FIN TUNA CAUGHT!!!!!
Full Day Trip on May 8, 2025
This was our first off shore fishing trip in Costa Rica and it was fantastic!!! Right off the back we hooked two sailfish but unfortunately we lost them. However, Our captain Jeremy got us on the next spot right away, we caught FIVE Yellow fin Tuna, the biggest was 80 lbs!!! The first mates Walton and Bradley were great, getting the fish hooked and even helping my wife reel in the biggest catch!! It was a great day and we would definitely recommend this charter and crew to anyone wanting to catch the trophy catch!
This was our first off shore fishing trip in Costa Rica and it was fantastic!!! Right off the back we hooked two sailfish but unfortunately we lost them. However, Our captain Jeremy got us on the next spot right away, we caught FIVE Yellow fin Tuna, the biggest was 80 lbs!!! The first mates Walton and Bradley were great, getting the fish hooked and even helping my wife reel in the biggest catch!! It was a great day and we would definitely recommend this charter and crew to anyone wanting to...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Rooster Fish
Half Day Trip – Offshore on June 26, 2025
Went to Costa Rica in search of a Rooster Fish and was able to make that happen with American Charters. Good boat, good equipment, and better crew. The only downside to the entire trip was my wife and Son got to feeling bad early and we had to go in, but this is no fault to the boat, crew or captain. I would recommend this trip to anyone that wants a rooster fish. I had a great time and if I ever get a chance to go back to Costa Rica I will go back with American charters!
Went to Costa Rica in search of a Rooster Fish and was able to make that happen with American Charters. Good boat, good equipment, and better crew. The only downside to the entire trip was my wife and Son got to feeling bad early and we had to go in, but this is no fault to the boat, crew or captain. I would recommend this trip to anyone that wants a rooster fish. I had a great time and if I ever get a chance to go back to Costa Rica I will go back with American charters!
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