Kingfisher Sportfishing 

5.0/5 (5 reviews)
 VG88+MRJ Guanacaste Province, Puerto Carrillo, GU, Costa Rica
5.0/5 (5 reviews)
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VG88+MRJ Guanacaste Province
Puerto Carrillo, GU, Costa Rica

If you’re ready to try fishing in Puerto Carrillo, we’ve got you covered with Kingfisher Sportfishing. With Captain Richard at the helm, you’re in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

Species like Skipjack Tuna, Black Marlin, Sierra Mackerel, Dogtooth Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Blue Marlin, Sailfish, Striped Marlin, Wahoo, Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, and more inhabit these waters, depending on the time of year. On the day of your trip you’re likely to troll using light or heavy tackle. Capt. Richard also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear. For the more adventurous among you, there’s spearfishing.

Kingfisher Sportfishing is a kid-friendly charter service, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board.

Capt. Richard runs a 31’ sportfishing boat with room for 5 passengers. It has outriggers, a fighting chair, everything you need for a productive day on the water. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience. Capt. Richard has rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but it’s good to ask about this so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself.

There will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so a 10–20% tip is customary.

Before coming aboard, you will be required to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

Some essentials to bring are sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. Drinks are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be food and some light snacks provided on board.

The click of a button is the only thing keeping you from a great day on the water with Kingfisher Sportfishing.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

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

Photos & videos by reviewers (4)

Perfect day for a family that has never fished before!
Caught 5 Sailfish with Captain Rick! Rick is a great Captain who knows the waters. We went 22 miles out for the catch. Orlando, Rick’s mate was also very sharp. I enjoyed spending time in the tuna tower with Rick.
Caught 5 Sailfish with Captain Rick! Rick is a great Captain who knows the waters. We went 22 miles out for the catch. Orlando, Rick’s mate was also very sharp. I enjoyed spending time in the tuna tower with Rick.
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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

80%

Caught fish

100%

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Georges H.
Georges H.
5.0/5

Aug 9, 2025

Full Day Trip

Perfect day for a family that has never fished before!

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Captain Rick knows what he's doing and will guide yoy through all the steps of finding and cathching fish. I caught (and released) a sailfish and my kids a blue marlin (catch & release) and a yellow fin tuna (which we kept and ate later that evening). We also saw sea turtles, dolphins and a mother whale with calf on our way back home.

Captain Rick knows what he's doing and will guide yoy through all the steps of finding and cathching fish. I caught (and released)...  

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 Georges H. recommends Kingfisher Sportfishing
 Georges H. recommends Kingfisher Sportfishing

Scott W.
Scott W.
5.0/5

Jan 4, 2025

Special 6 hour trip for Scott Waidelich

Caught 5 Sailfish with Captain Rick! Rick is a great Captain who knows the waters. We went 22 miles out for the catch. Orlando, Rick’s mate was also very sharp. I enjoyed spending time in the tuna tower with Rick.

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! Rick is a great Captain who knows the waters. We went 22 miles out for the catch. Orlando, Rick’s mate was also very sharp. I enjoyed spending time in the tuna tower with Rick. Caught 5 Sailfish with Captain Rick! Rick is a ing time in the tuna tower with Rick. Next time we will find the tuna and yahoo

! Rick is a great Captain who knows the waters. We went 22 miles out for the catch. Orlando, Rick’s mate was also very sharp....  

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 Scott W. recommends Kingfisher Sportfishing
 Scott W. recommends Kingfisher Sportfishing

Conrad J.
Conrad J.
5.0/5

Apr 28, 2025

Full Day Trip

Awesome Carillo Fishing!

VERIFIED

Captain Rick knows his stuff. We all caught fabulous sailfish that day.

Captain Rick knows his stuff. We all caught fabulous sailfish that day.  

 Conrad J. recommends Kingfisher Sportfishing
 Conrad J. recommends Kingfisher Sportfishing

Daniel P.
Daniel P.
5.0/5

Feb 21, 2025

Full Day Trip

Great Experience!

VERIFIED

Easy booking, great logistics, knowledgeable captain and crew. We got many fish and had a lot of fun looking at dolphins too! We would definitely repeat this trip again!

Easy booking, great logistics, knowledgeable captain and crew. We got many fish and had a lot of fun looking at dolphins too! We...  

 Daniel P. recommends Kingfisher Sportfishing
 Daniel P. recommends Kingfisher Sportfishing

Franklin H.
Franklin H.

May 6, 2025

The captain canceled

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The charter operator canceled 122 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

 

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

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

Photos & videos by reviewers (4)

Perfect day for a family that has never fished before!
Caught 5 Sailfish with Captain Rick! Rick is a great Captain who knows the waters. We went 22 miles out for the catch. Orlando, Rick’s mate was also very sharp. I enjoyed spending time in the tuna tower with Rick.
Caught 5 Sailfish with Captain Rick! Rick is a great Captain who knows the waters. We went 22 miles out for the catch. Orlando, Rick’s mate was also very sharp. I enjoyed spending time in the tuna tower with Rick.
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Angler rating

4
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0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

80%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews
Showing: 5 of 5 reviews
Georges H.
Georges H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Perfect day for a family that has never fished before!

VERIFIED
NEW

Full Day Trip on August 9, 2025

Captain Rick knows what he's doing and will guide yoy through all the steps of finding and cathching fish. I caught (and released) a sailfish and my kids a blue marlin (catch & release) and a yellow fin tuna (which we kept and ate later that evening). We also saw sea turtles, dolphins and a mother whale with calf on our way back home.

Captain Rick knows what he's doing and will guide yoy through all the steps of finding and cathching fish. I caught (and released) a sailfish and my kids a blue marlin (catch & release) and a yellow fin tuna (which we kept and ate later that evening). We also saw sea turtles, dolphins and a mother whale with calf on our way back home.  

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 Georges H. recommends Kingfisher Sportfishing

Scott W.
Scott W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Caught 5 Sailfish with Captain Rick! Rick is a great Captain who knows the waters. We went 22 miles out for the catch. Orlando, Rick’s mate was also very sharp. I enjoyed spending time in the tuna tower with Rick.

VERIFIED

Special 6 hour trip for Scott Waidelich on January 4, 2025

! Rick is a great Captain who knows the waters. We went 22 miles out for the catch. Orlando, Rick’s mate was also very sharp. I enjoyed spending time in the tuna tower with Rick. Caught 5 Sailfish with Captain Rick! Rick is a ing time in the tuna tower with Rick. Next time we will find the tuna and yahoo

! Rick is a great Captain who knows the waters. We went 22 miles out for the catch. Orlando, Rick’s mate was also very sharp. I enjoyed spending time in the tuna tower with Rick. Caught 5 Sailfish with Captain Rick! Rick is a ing time in the tuna tower with Rick. Next time we will find the tuna and yahoo  

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 Scott W. recommends Kingfisher Sportfishing

Conrad J.
Conrad J.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome Carillo Fishing!

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip on April 28, 2025

Captain Rick knows his stuff. We all caught fabulous sailfish that day.

Captain Rick knows his stuff. We all caught fabulous sailfish that day.  

 Conrad J. recommends Kingfisher Sportfishing

Daniel P.
Daniel P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Experience!

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip on February 21, 2025

Easy booking, great logistics, knowledgeable captain and crew. We got many fish and had a lot of fun looking at dolphins too! We would definitely repeat this trip again!

Easy booking, great logistics, knowledgeable captain and crew. We got many fish and had a lot of fun looking at dolphins too! We would definitely repeat this trip again!  

 Daniel P. recommends Kingfisher Sportfishing

Franklin H.
Franklin H.

The captain canceled

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Trip was supposed to happen on May 6, 2025

The charter operator canceled 122 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

 

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FAQs about Kingfisher Sportfishing

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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
5 persons
Boat length
31 ft
Year built
1985
Boat manufacturer
DCN
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
1 x 320HP
Max cruising speed
18 knots
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