Sport Fishing Quepos – Wahoo I 

We had an amazing time on our fishing trip - truly one of the highlights of our vacation! We went as a family of four with two kids (ages 10 and 9), and none of us had any prior fishing experience. The crew made it so easy and enjoyable from start to finish. Captain Melvin met us right at the port, which made everything seamless. Parking was also very convenient - you can park on the grassy area right by the port entrance. The crew handled all the setup and were incredibly patient in guiding us through reeling in the fish. We ended up catching a ton of mahi-mahi, which was such a thrill for all of us - especially the kids! Beyond the fishing, the crew went out of their way to point out wildlife along the way. We saw dolphins, sea turtles, and so many beautiful birds, which made the entire experience even more special. It also felt like such a better way to experience being on the water compared to the crowded catamaran excursions - much more personal, relaxed, and memorable. If you’re hesitant because it’s a chartered fishing trip, don’t be - it’s absolutely perfect for beginners and families. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend it!

Our fishing trip was good overall, but we were hoping for a little more based on what we had communicated ahead of time. We had mentioned that we’d love the chance to catch a rooster fish, but we were also completely open to catching anything. Once we got on the boat, we realized we only had bait for rooster fish, which limited our options for the rest of the day. I told the captain several times that we didn’t mind switching things up and catching something different, but we continued trolling and ended up catching just one fish during an all‑day inshore trip. On the positive side, the captain and first mate were amazing — very friendly, knowledgeable, and familiar with the area. When we asked to stop and swim, they were more than happy to make that happen, and we appreciated that. The views were absolutely beautiful, and we enjoyed being out on the water. I just wish that for the price we paid, we could have had the chance to try for a variety of fish, especially since we expressed that we were open to anything. The crew was wonderful, but the experience itself could have been more flexible.

We booked this half-day trip for my son’s 14th birthday, and it was absolutely perfect! Captain Melvin and first mate Christian went above and beyond to make the day special. They were patient, knowledgeable, and kept the energy high the whole time. My son landed his first mahi-mahi and sailfish, which are moments he’ll never forget! The boat was spotless, the equipment was top-notch, and everything ran smoothly. It was the perfect mix of excitement and fun. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a memorable fishing experience from Quepos, Costa Rica. 🎣

We fished offshore with Captain Adril and first mate Esteban last week and had an excellent trip. We hooked 4 sailfish and landed three. The fourth went crazy and airborne 30 feet behind the boat and broke off. The crew worked hard to hook every fish that came into our spread. This was a smaller boat but was well equipped. There were plenty of soft drinks, water, snacks and excellent sandwiches. Esteban even cut up an ice cold pineapple for us. This was a great experience for my son-in-laws first offshore trip. I highly recommend Wahoo Sportfishing, Captain Adril and first mate Esteban.

It was a pleasure and great experience chartering with wahoo sport fishing out of MARINA Pez Vela on February 15, 2026 Captain Andrew and mate Greibin were very knowledgable of the fishing grounds from catching bait fish to landing three different species of fish. This was a very hands-on charter for my wife and myself and extremely happy on the entire trip… from the cold beverages to the mid afternoon, fruit, snacks, and of course, catching snook, rooster, fish, and catfish. I definitely recommend Wahoo Sportfishing for a day out on the water! Thank you again, guys for a great experience here and beautiful QUEPOS, Costa Rica Pura Vida

We are inexperienced fishermen and booked a half day afternoon inshore trip with Captain Melvin’s boat Wahoo and his crew, Adriel and Zachary. We met Captain Melvin at the pier, and had a little trouble finding the right spot - it is not at Marina Pez Vela but keep going down the same road to the very end. Adriel and Zachary did a great job setting us up and we went out and caught four Amber Jack right away. Next we moved to a different spot and caught a Spanish Mackerel. After that, we trolled along the beach and caught two Rooster fish. Had a nice snack with fresh pineapple and then headed back to the dock at 5. We had a great time and really appreciate our crew. Highly recommend the experience and we will book again next time.

I had an amazing fishing trip today after chartering this boat for just me and my girlfriend with the goal of targeting roosterfish. The crew was on it from the very start — we were the first boat out of the harbor and the first to reach the baitfish grounds, which really set the tone for the day. The fish were biting all day long. A lot got off, but that was on me, not the crew! Thanks to their experience and guidance, I still managed to land two solid roosters. These guys absolutely know what they’re doing and will put you on fish. On top of the great fishing, the hospitality was outstanding. There were plenty of beers and cold drinks, loads of snacks throughout the day, and fresh pineapple served on board — honestly some of the best pineapple I’ve ever had. As if that wasn’t enough, we were treated to seeing dolphins on two separate occasions and even spotted turtles, which made the trip even more special. I would highly recommend these guys to anyone looking for a top-tier fishing experience. Very experienced crew, great vibes, and an unforgettable day on the water. 🎣🐬

We had an amazing time fishing with Capt. Melvin aboard the Wahoo! I have been fortunate to fish throughout Central America, and Capt. Melvin is first rate. The boat was perfect for the conditions and the gear/tackle/equipment was all top of the line. While it might have been a slow(ish) day for Quepos standards, we ended up landing three nice mahi, went 3/3 on sailfish (one of which we saw free swimming while trolling toward the FADs and circled back and pulled up into our spread, which was one of the coolest bites I have ever seen), and had a short strike from an early season Marlin that just missed the hardware. We had an incredible time and will definitely be fishing with Capt. Melvin next time we come through town.

It was a great trip. very friendy crew and captain. They made sure my 8 year old caught fish and had a great time. They cleaned and fileted the mahi mahi on the trip back in. We ate fresh mahi mahi for the rest of our stay! it was a great way to spend father's day with my son. I will remember the day forever!

Captain and boat were on time, the captain and first mate were great people with a great attitude and fun to be with all day. They were extremely knowledgeable and helpful with everything. Hospitality was A+, and a great first experience in Costa Rica. They got me on a fish the moment we started, and were persistent to ensure I landed one since the first one got off, which we eventually did. Highly recommend the captain and crew to anyone planning a trip here!