Waltrip and cortez sports fishing 

4.8/5 (29 reviews)
 Marina Pez Vela, Quepos, PU 60601, Costa Rica

Waltrip and cortez sports fishing 

4.8/5 (29 reviews)
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Marina Pez Vela
Quepos, PU, Costa Rica

If you’re ready to go sport fishing in Quepos, come aboard the Dia Tuanis. Captain Javier will be your guide, which allows you to benefit from more than 19 years of knowledge and experience.

Around here, fishing is popular for Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Black Marlin, Cubera Snapper, Roosterfish, Sailfish, and more with any luck. During the trip, you might be spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Fish caught during the trip are yours to take home, so long as they’re within the legal limit. The crew can even clean your catch for you. Have a cooler ready in the car!

Your fishing machine for the day is a 28’ Shamrock offshore sport fishing with space for 4 passengers. It has outriggers, a fighting chair, and all the essentials, plus a toilet on board for your convenience. Capt. Javier will provide rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you’ll be catching it yourself.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don’t have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there’s one on board. Remember to bring a hat, sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock (non-spray). Drinks are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but avoid hard liquor and glass bottles. There will be light snacks available on board.

A First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. Mates often work for tips, and it’s customary to offer them a 10–20% tip. You might need to get 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.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 29 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (25)

Great Trip
Great experience and service from the captain and his son
Perfect day fishing!
+22

Angler rating

27
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

87%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

97%

Caught fish

90%

Showing 1 - 5 of 29 reviews
Showing: 5 of 29 reviews
Doug L.
Doug L.
5.0/5

Nov 11, 2025

8 Full Day Offshore

Captain Javier got us the fish

VERIFIED
NEW

Captain Javier and Andy got us on the fish from catching bait to landing mahi mahi and a sailfish. Highly recommend.

Captain Javier and Andy got us on the fish from catching bait to landing mahi mahi and a sailfish. Highly recommend.  

Captain replied
 Doug L. recommends Waltrip and cortez sports fishing
 Doug L. recommends Waltrip and cortez sports fishing
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on December 1, 2025
Thank you so much, it's always a pleasure to take you fishing and do our best to help you catch lots of fish. Thank you very much.

Thomas S.
Thomas S.
5.0/5

Jul 10, 2025

3/4 Day Trip Offshore

Great day with Javier and crew

VERIFIED

Had an excellent day. Got on some good tuna and caught a bunch of 50/60 pounders. Absolutely wore me out. Javier, Tony and crew were excellent…super nice and knowledgeable. Great fisherman. Would highly recommend.

Had an excellent day. Got on some good tuna and caught a bunch of 50/60 pounders. Absolutely wore me out. Javier, Tony and crew...  

 Thomas S. recommends Waltrip and cortez sports fishing
 Thomas S. recommends Waltrip and cortez sports fishing

Michael A.
Michael A.
4.7/5

Aug 18, 2025

3/4 Day Trip Offshore

Great Trip

VERIFIED

I caught two Rooster fish one was approximately 60lbs which places it in the trophy category. the other was approximately 40 lbs

I caught two Rooster fish one was approximately 60lbs which places it in the trophy category. the other was approximately 40 lbs  

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Captain replied
 Michael A. recommends Waltrip and cortez sports fishing
 Michael A. recommends Waltrip and cortez sports fishing
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on September 29, 2025
Thank you very much, I hope to fish with you again.

Emely C.
Emely C.
5.0/5

May 13, 2024

3/4 Day Trip Offshore

Book Awesome Day now! 🙌🏽

VERIFIED

My husband and I had such a great time with Captain Javier and his first mate - from the very beginning Captain Javier's communication was timely and transparent. We got to head out early before 7 AM and were the first on the water. We caught 3 Sailfish and 1 Mahi Mahi. (One sailfish was scarily big 😳). The boat was clean and perfect for fishing; the cover helped - my sea sickness didn't last too long! LOL. The pineapple, watermelon, drinks, and snacks were very much appreciated too. We also got to see dolphins up close and personal. 🥹. If you're considering booking, do it! 💯. It was worth every penny spent - great value and even better experience that we'll remember forever!

My husband and I had such a great time with Captain Javier and his first mate - from the very beginning Captain Javier's communication...  

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Chris H.
Chris H.
5.0/5

Mar 15, 2024

5 Half day Trip (AM) inshore

Roosterfish!

VERIFIED

Where to start? I booked a half day inshore trip for 3 with Captain Javier to target roosterfish as a bucket list goal for my girlfriend. We had a nice ride on the Dia Tuanis to our fishing area where we set our lines and got to work. Even though it was early, it was hot. But the ambiance and fellowship with Javier, first mate Junior, and Javy's girlfriend really made the trip. All the hard work eventually paid off, and my girlfriend caught a 31" Rooster! Although it was the only fish of the day, it was totally worth it!

Where to start? I booked a half day inshore trip for 3 with Captain Javier to target roosterfish as a bucket list goal for my...  

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Trip availability and prices

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5 Half day Trip (AM) inshore
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $750 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5Hour Trip off shore
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
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US $850 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Trip Offshore
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,000 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Full Day Offshore
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,200 
Entire boat: up to 4 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 29 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (25)

Great Trip
Great experience and service from the captain and his son
Perfect day fishing!
+22

Angler rating

27
1
0
0
1

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

87%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

97%

Caught fish

90%

Showing 1 - 5 of 29 reviews
Showing: 5 of 29 reviews
Doug L.
Doug L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Captain Javier got us the fish

VERIFIED
NEW

8 Full Day Offshore on November 11, 2025

Captain Javier and Andy got us on the fish from catching bait to landing mahi mahi and a sailfish. Highly recommend.

Captain Javier and Andy got us on the fish from catching bait to landing mahi mahi and a sailfish. Highly recommend.  

 Doug L. recommends Waltrip and cortez sports fishing
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on December 1, 2025
Thank you so much, it's always a pleasure to take you fishing and do our best to help you catch lots of fish. Thank you very much.

Thomas S.
Thomas S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great day with Javier and crew

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip Offshore on July 10, 2025

Had an excellent day. Got on some good tuna and caught a bunch of 50/60 pounders. Absolutely wore me out. Javier, Tony and crew were excellent…super nice and knowledgeable. Great fisherman. Would highly recommend.

Had an excellent day. Got on some good tuna and caught a bunch of 50/60 pounders. Absolutely wore me out. Javier, Tony and crew were excellent…super nice and knowledgeable. Great fisherman. Would highly recommend.  

 Thomas S. recommends Waltrip and cortez sports fishing

Michael A.
Michael A.
4.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip Offshore on August 18, 2025

I caught two Rooster fish one was approximately 60lbs which places it in the trophy category. the other was approximately 40 lbs

I caught two Rooster fish one was approximately 60lbs which places it in the trophy category. the other was approximately 40 lbs  

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 Michael A. recommends Waltrip and cortez sports fishing
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on September 29, 2025
Thank you very much, I hope to fish with you again.

Emely C.
Emely C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Book Awesome Day now! 🙌🏽

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip Offshore on May 13, 2024

My husband and I had such a great time with Captain Javier and his first mate - from the very beginning Captain Javier's communication was timely and transparent. We got to head out early before 7 AM and were the first on the water. We caught 3 Sailfish and 1 Mahi Mahi. (One sailfish was scarily big 😳). The boat was clean and perfect for fishing; the cover helped - my sea sickness didn't last too long! LOL. The pineapple, watermelon, drinks, and snacks were very much appreciated too. We also got to see dolphins up close and personal. 🥹. If you're considering booking, do it! 💯. It was worth every penny spent - great value and even better experience that we'll remember forever!

My husband and I had such a great time with Captain Javier and his first mate - from the very beginning Captain Javier's communication was timely and transparent. We got to head out early before 7 AM and were the first on the water. We caught 3 Sailfish and 1 Mahi Mahi. (One sailfish was scarily big 😳). The boat was clean and perfect for fishing; the cover helped - my sea sickness didn't last too long! LOL. The pineapple, watermelon, drinks, and snacks were very much appreciated too. We also...  

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Chris H.
Chris H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Roosterfish!

VERIFIED

5 Half day Trip (AM) inshore on March 15, 2024

Where to start? I booked a half day inshore trip for 3 with Captain Javier to target roosterfish as a bucket list goal for my girlfriend. We had a nice ride on the Dia Tuanis to our fishing area where we set our lines and got to work. Even though it was early, it was hot. But the ambiance and fellowship with Javier, first mate Junior, and Javy's girlfriend really made the trip. All the hard work eventually paid off, and my girlfriend caught a 31" Rooster! Although it was the only fish of the day, it was totally worth it!

Where to start? I booked a half day inshore trip for 3 with Captain Javier to target roosterfish as a bucket list goal for my girlfriend. We had a nice ride on the Dia Tuanis to our fishing area where we set our lines and got to work. Even though it was early, it was hot. But the ambiance and fellowship with Javier, first mate Junior, and Javy's girlfriend really made the trip. All the hard work eventually paid off, and my girlfriend caught a 31" Rooster! Although it was the only fish of the...  

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FAQs about Waltrip and cortez sports fishing

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
1998
Restored in
2024
Boat manufacturer
Shamrock
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Cummins 330 HP nuevo
Powered by
1 x 330HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots
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