Capitan Mendez Fishing Charters – Fran Just 

We did a whole day offshore with Captain Mendez. Wife and daughter were not so keen on the 6 am start, but ya got to put in the hours if you want success on the water! (Son and myself were stoked!) We ended up landing a 45" mahi and a massive sailfish, estimated at 90". Kids were thrilled, especially my avid fisherman son, who was excited to add his catch to his FishBrain app. Toward the end of the trip we stopped in a bay close to Play Hermosa for some snorkeling. Conditions were slightly turbid but did end up seeing some iconic pacific reef fish. The usual damsels and parrot fish were abundant. Species of note included longnose Pufferfish, spotted porcupine fish, king angelfish, and a life list species for me...the iconic Morish Idol! While snorkeling, Captain Mendez whipped up some fresh mahi ceviche. Pretty sure my son ate 3/4 of it. He's 17 and needs to feed every 2-3 hours LOL. After freezing about 3lbs of the catch, we took what remained to a local restaurant, La Casita Del Marisco. The chef prepared the mahi 3 ways, two grilled and one blackened; and accompanied the fish with 3 different sauces and seasonal vegetables, rice, and beans. Dinner was amazing and at a very reasonable price! The remaining 3lbs, we saved for grilled fish tacos at our last stay of our CR trip in Jaco. Costa Rica was amazing and Captain Mendez made sure our time on the water was great from start to finish. Pura Vida!

Captain Mendez was amazing! It was a slow fishing day, and we only got 3 bites and only caught 1 mahi mahi. However, captain mendez and his crew really did their best to give us the best chance possible, including setting out 7 lines and staying an extra hour at sea to try to get us a 2nd fish. He made us ceviche with the mahi mahi and set up a spot for us to get our mahi mahi cooked when we got to shore. It was my first time deep sea fishing and captain Mendez and his crew made it a great experience! Would highly recommend him to anyone else and am looking to book another charter with him again!

Captain Juan and his second were awesome. Friendly and knowledgeable. Other boats followed us because of his local knowledge. We caught enough fish to grill for 10 that night and leftovers for the night after. And Juan had fish to take home too. Fishing novice with us caught double fish on a single line twice. Great time. Highly recommend.

Great fishing trip! The guide was friendly and knowledgeable, and everything was well organized. We caught several fish and had a lot of fun on the water. Beautiful scenery and a relaxing day overall. I would definitely recommend this trip to anyone who enjoys fishing. 🎣 Pura Vida 🤙

Caught some Mahi. The crew and captain were very passionate about fishing. Captain Juan Carlos made sure we had great snacks and drinks. Make sure to pay the rest of the chartter in cash to avoid surcharges it helps the you and the Captain. We caught 2 Mahi and it was a lot of fish meat.

Booked a half day, was on a BIG black Marlin within 20 minutes of lines in the water. fought him for almost two hours! Glad I was with friends so we could tag team it!!!! After that, on the way home, we connected with a nice mahi that we are having for dinner tonight!!

The boat is perfect, and the captain made our experience unforgettable. He found the best fishing spots and beautiful locations. I would do a tour with them again every time.

We had a great time fishing with captain Mendez. We caught 5 mahi mahi! The crew members were very nice. We ate the fish we fished. Nothing but compliment to say about our day!! Thank you ☺️

Perfect day fishing with Captain Mendez for Mahi-mahi. The fishing was amazing and the sashimi to close the day off was delicious

f you’re anywhere near Playas del Coco and don’t book a trip with Cabo, you’re missing out on one of the best adventures Costa Rica has to offer. 🌊🐟 We went out for a spring fishing and island excursion, and from start to finish it was flawless. Cabo runs a first-class operation—his boat is spotless, comfortable, and equipped with everything you need, whether you’re after big game fish or just soaking up the sun. The fishing was unbelievable. Within the first couple of hours we were hooked up with mahi and tuna, and Cabo’s knowledge of the local waters made all the difference. He knew exactly where to take us, when to change things up, and made the whole experience exciting without ever feeling rushed. After fishing, we headed to a nearby island, and that part of the trip was pure magic—crystal clear water, a quiet beach, and time to swim and relax with incredible views of the coastline. Cabo had cold drinks and fresh fruit ready, making it feel like a private paradise. What stood out most wasn’t just the fishing or the scenery—it was Cabo himself. He’s friendly, professional, and genuinely loves sharing the ocean with people. By the end of the day, it felt less like a charter and more like spending time on the water with an old friend. If you’re in Playas del Coco and want an unforgettable mix of fishing and island exploring, don’t think twice—book with Cabo. You’ll come back with stories, photos, and memories that will last a lifetime. 🌴⚓️🐠