Tamarindo Surf & Tours – Blue Runner 1 

4.9/5 (42 reviews)
 El Chiringuito, Tamarindo, GU GU 50309, Costa Rica

Tamarindo Surf & Tours – Blue Runner 1 

4.9/5 (42 reviews)
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El Chiringuito
Tamarindo, GU, Costa Rica

Get ready for tour next fishing adventure with Tamarindo Surf & Tours aboard Blue Runner 1, our sleek and fully equipped 28' Century Walk Around. Led by Captain David, a Tamarindo local with a lifetime of fishing experience, every trip is fueled by passion, precision, and the thrill of the open sea. The waters off Tamarindo are full with life, from yellowfin tuna to majestic sailfish or marlin, and our expert crew is here to help you land the catch of a lifetime. Whether you're a seasoned angler or casting your first line, this is more than just a fishing trip, it’s an unforgettable Costa Rican experience.

The waters off Tamarindo are a sport fishing paradise, offering a wide variety of species ready to challenge your skills. From Yellowfin Tuna and Mahi Mahi to Wahoo, Sailfish, and even the elusive Blue, Striped, and Black Marlin, every trip holds the promise of an unforgettable catch. To maximize your chances of hooking these offshore giants, we recommend booking at least a ¾ day or full-day charter, the deeper waters are where the real action begins.

Embark on your journey aboard your charter for the day, a spacious 28’ Century center console powered by twin 150 HP Suzuki engines. This boat seamlessly blends comfort, security, and enjoyment, ensuring that your day on the ocean is everything you desire. This boat has amenities such as a toilet, comfortable seating, and essential shade to shield you from the Costa Rican sun. Modern safety features abound, including electronic essentials like a fish finder, GPS, VHF, and Bluetooth radio, guaranteeing a safe and enjoyable maritime experience.

Pack essentials like sunblock, a hat, and sunglasses for a day under the Costa Rican sun. While drinks are provided, moderate alcohol consumption is allowed, excluding hard liquor and glass bottles. Captain David ensures your sustenance with onboard food and light snacks.

More than just a trip, it’s a thrilling journey into the Pacific, where every cast tells a new story.

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Rating

4.9
42 reviews
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4.9
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (75)

Small but productive
Small but productive
Small but productive
Small but productive
Fish Whisperers
Fish Whisperers
+69

What anglers say

93%
Recommended
90%
Caught fish

All reviews (42)

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Dean Eckford
Dean Eckford
4.7
Verified
Great day on the water!
Full Day Trip on January 3, 20262 adults
My Wife and I had a great time on the water, the fishing was slow but it's called fishing and not catching for a reason! Captain Juan and Mate Nesmer were awesome! Nesmer and I chatted all day like we were old friends, they made us feel very comfortable and asking often if we needed anything like snacks, drinks, food, etc. I caught a beautiful Sailfish, we had several Wahoo bites and I also caught a Skipjack. It is one of the smaller offshore boats but 2 of us were very comfortable and it had a toilet which is a bonus! Overall fantastic day! Thank you Juan and Nesmer!
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Reported catch:
Sailfish
Response from Captain
January 5, 2026
Thank you so much for this amazing and thoughtful review! 😊 You’re absolutely right it’s called fishing, not catching, and we love your attitude. We’re so happy you and your wife still had a fantastic day on the water and were able to land a beautiful sailfish, plus a skipjack and some exciting wahoo action 🎣🔥 Captain Juan and Mate Nesmer will be especially happy to hear your kind words. Making guests feel comfortable, relaxed, and taken care of is exactly what we aim for, and it’s great to hear the conversation and service made the day even more memorable. We’re also glad you appreciated the comfort of the boat even on a smaller offshore boat, having space, a restroom, and good vibes makes all the difference. Thank you again for choosing us, and we truly hope to fish with you both again in the future!
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Joseph Freeman
Joseph Freeman
5.0
Verified
Magnificent
Full Day Trip on July 15, 20254 adults
I have been fishing my entire life which is the better part of 50 years. I am a striper guide back home in Texas and I know the stress a captain can feel. We were after Marlin, Sailfish and Mahi. Unfortunately, we missed a Marlin but were successful on the Sailfish and Mahi. The young captain of this boat was very talented to say the least. While using a teaser (that which makes noise in front of the bait) a sailfish came up on the teaser instead of the following bait. Our captain had a rod, reel and bait prepared for this very occasion. He skillfully used the rod and reel with the bait on it and threw it just in front of the nose of the sailfish. Fortunately, the sailfish could not say no and the fight was on. There was another sailfish that was landed as well. He was 94 pounds and 104" long! Both sailfish were released alive and well however the mahi-mahi was not as fortunate as he found the hot iron skillet at a restaurant on the beach immediately after our afternoon return. We will see you in December hopefully to catch that Blue Marlin! THANK YOU FOR AN AMAZING ADVENTURE!!!!
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Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Sailfish
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Derek Sissom
Derek Sissom
4.7
Verified
Great in Tamarindo
3/4 Day Trip on September 20, 20252 adults
Went out in the morning and it was bery slow. We trolled for bill fish and noting was happening. we fot the call and hauked ass to the dolphin pods. Juan and Betti wirked bery hard and we landed two tuna. Motored home trilling and had a Blue Marlin play with the bait for a bit and lose interest ans 5 minutes later landed a Mahi Mahi. A slow day, but Captain Juan and Beto wirked very hard to make it a success. Today was a Fishing Day not an Easy Catching Day.
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Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Yellowfin Tuna
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Andres Cantu
Andres Cantu
5.0
Verified
It's about the experience
3/4 Day Trip on May 11, 20255 adults
I can't say enough about David and Max. We may not have caught fish all day long but we caught fish. We had four hookups on Sailfish, 1 hookup on a Blue Marlin that was about to spoil the real before it spit it out. Not giving us a chance to fight, then landed a nice Yellowfin Tuna. It was a great outing and money well spent. I would highly recommend this crew. Their knowledge showed as we trolled through the slow times but found fish each time. Thank you David and Max!
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Damon Moore
Damon Moore
5.0
Verified
Incredible grew, with local knowledge = great experience
3/4 Day Trip on April 9, 20254 adults
David and Max, are great at what they do. Beyond fishing they are a great crew that you could enjoy spending your whole day with. Very knowledgeable, easy to communicate with, good homemade lunch, good tackle, solid boat. They care. Not just about catching fish but your experience and have the knowledge to fill your cooler with dinner. We were successful jigging and had a chance at some beautiful bill fish despite a windy day. Great experience, would do it again!
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Rating

4.9
42 reviews
5
38
4
1
3
2
2
0
1
0
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (75)

Small but productive
Small but productive
Small but productive
Small but productive
Fish Whisperers
Fish Whisperers
+69

What anglers say

93%
Recommended
90%
Caught fish

All reviews (42)

Filter
Showing 15 of 42 reviews
Dean Eckford
Dean Eckford
4.7
Verified
Great day on the water!
Full Day Trip on January 3, 20262 adults
My Wife and I had a great time on the water, the fishing was slow but it's called fishing and not catching for a reason! Captain Juan and Mate Nesmer were awesome! Nesmer and I chatted all day like we were old friends, they made us feel very comfortable and asking often if we needed anything like snacks, drinks, food, etc. I caught a beautiful Sailfish, we had several Wahoo bites and I also caught a Skipjack. It is one of the smaller offshore boats but 2 of us were very comfortable and it had a toilet which is a bonus! Overall fantastic day! Thank you Juan and Nesmer!
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Reported catch:
Sailfish
Response from Captain
January 5, 2026
Thank you so much for this amazing and thoughtful review! 😊 You’re absolutely right it’s called fishing, not catching, and we love your attitude. We’re so happy you and your wife still had a fantastic day on the water and were able to land a beautiful sailfish, plus a skipjack and some exciting wahoo action 🎣🔥 Captain Juan and Mate Nesmer will be especially happy to hear your kind words. Making guests feel comfortable, relaxed, and taken care of is exactly what we aim for, and it’s great to hear the conversation and service made the day even more memorable. We’re also glad you appreciated the comfort of the boat even on a smaller offshore boat, having space, a restroom, and good vibes makes all the difference. Thank you again for choosing us, and we truly hope to fish with you both again in the future!
0
Joseph Freeman
Joseph Freeman
5.0
Verified
Magnificent
Full Day Trip on July 15, 20254 adults
I have been fishing my entire life which is the better part of 50 years. I am a striper guide back home in Texas and I know the stress a captain can feel. We were after Marlin, Sailfish and Mahi. Unfortunately, we missed a Marlin but were successful on the Sailfish and Mahi. The young captain of this boat was very talented to say the least. While using a teaser (that which makes noise in front of the bait) a sailfish came up on the teaser instead of the following bait. Our captain had a rod, reel and bait prepared for this very occasion. He skillfully used the rod and reel with the bait on it and threw it just in front of the nose of the sailfish. Fortunately, the sailfish could not say no and the fight was on. There was another sailfish that was landed as well. He was 94 pounds and 104" long! Both sailfish were released alive and well however the mahi-mahi was not as fortunate as he found the hot iron skillet at a restaurant on the beach immediately after our afternoon return. We will see you in December hopefully to catch that Blue Marlin! THANK YOU FOR AN AMAZING ADVENTURE!!!!
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Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Sailfish
0
Derek Sissom
Derek Sissom
4.7
Verified
Great in Tamarindo
3/4 Day Trip on September 20, 20252 adults
Went out in the morning and it was bery slow. We trolled for bill fish and noting was happening. we fot the call and hauked ass to the dolphin pods. Juan and Betti wirked bery hard and we landed two tuna. Motored home trilling and had a Blue Marlin play with the bait for a bit and lose interest ans 5 minutes later landed a Mahi Mahi. A slow day, but Captain Juan and Beto wirked very hard to make it a success. Today was a Fishing Day not an Easy Catching Day.
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Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Yellowfin Tuna
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Andres Cantu
Andres Cantu
5.0
Verified
It's about the experience
3/4 Day Trip on May 11, 20255 adults
I can't say enough about David and Max. We may not have caught fish all day long but we caught fish. We had four hookups on Sailfish, 1 hookup on a Blue Marlin that was about to spoil the real before it spit it out. Not giving us a chance to fight, then landed a nice Yellowfin Tuna. It was a great outing and money well spent. I would highly recommend this crew. Their knowledge showed as we trolled through the slow times but found fish each time. Thank you David and Max!
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Reported catch:
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Damon Moore
Damon Moore
5.0
Verified
Incredible grew, with local knowledge = great experience
3/4 Day Trip on April 9, 20254 adults
David and Max, are great at what they do. Beyond fishing they are a great crew that you could enjoy spending your whole day with. Very knowledgeable, easy to communicate with, good homemade lunch, good tackle, solid boat. They care. Not just about catching fish but your experience and have the knowledge to fill your cooler with dinner. We were successful jigging and had a chance at some beautiful bill fish despite a windy day. Great experience, would do it again!
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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
2006
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Century
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots
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