Bob Marlin Sportfishing Costa Rica
Bob Marlin Sportfishing Costa Rica
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35' Express Sportfisher – Bob Marlin
Ready for Adventure, Equipped for Safety, Built for Comfort
Step aboard the Bob Marlin, a 35' Express sportfishing vessel designed for both serious anglers and leisurely ocean-goers. Powered by twin
315hp turbo diesel engines, this boat makes a quick comfortable ride to Costa Rica's rich fishing grounds.
Whether you're heading out for a few hours or an all-day excursion, Bob Marlin offers all the comforts of home at sea:
• Full bathroom (head) with shower and marine toilet
• Galley kitchen complete with stove, sink, and mini fridge
• Air-conditioned cabin for relief from the sun and heat
• Comfortable lounge area with seating for relaxing or escaping the elements
• Ice maker to keep your drinks cold and your catch fresh
Fish with confidence aboard the Bob Marlin, equipped with premium tackle for serious offshore action.
• Penn Rods & Shimano Reels – Reliable, smooth, and built to handle big game.
• Daiwa Electric Teaser Reels – Effortless teaser deployment for raising marlin and sailfish.
• TACO Outriggers – Heavy-duty outriggers for a clean, wide trolling spread.
• Livewell to keep bait fresh and active
• Radar, fish finders and GPS systems for precise navigation and fish tracking
• Ample rod storage and deck space for multiple anglers
• Tackle and gear storage
Proven Lure Selection
Our spread features some of the most effective lures in the game:
• Pakula, Islander, Black Bart, and Squidnation – Designed to entice everything from Mahi and Tuna to trophy Marlin.
Whether you're a seasoned angler or just starting out, our professional-grade gear gives you the best shot at success on the water.
• Livewell to keep bait fresh and active
• Radar, sonar, and GPS systems for precise navigation and fish tracking
• Ample rod storage and deck space for multiple anglers.
Your safety is our top priority. The Bob Marlin meets all international safety standards and comes equipped with all required safety gear.
35' Express Sportfisher – Bob Marlin
Ready for Adventure, Equipped for Safety, Built for Comfort
Step aboard the Bob Marlin, a 35' Express sportfishing vessel designed for both serious anglers and leisurely ocean-goers. Powered by twin
315hp turbo diesel engines, this boat makes a quick comfortable ride to Costa Rica's rich fishing grounds.
Whether you're heading out for a few hours or an all-day excursion, Bob Marlin offers all the comforts of home at sea:
• Full bathroom (head) with shower and marine toilet
• Galley kitchen complete with stove, sink, and mini fridge
• Air-conditioned cabin for relief from the sun and heat
• Comfortable lounge area with seating for relaxing or escaping the elements
• Ice maker to keep your drinks cold and your catch fresh
Fish with confidence aboard the Bob Marlin, equipped with premium tackle for serious offshore action.
• Penn Rods & Shimano Reels – Reliable, smooth, and built to handle big game.
• Daiwa Electric Teaser Reels – Effortless teaser deployment for raising marlin and sailfish.
• TACO Outriggers – Heavy-duty outriggers for a clean, wide trolling spread.
• Livewell to keep bait fresh and active
• Radar, fish finders and GPS systems for precise navigation and fish tracking
• Ample rod storage and deck space for multiple anglers
• Tackle and gear storage
Proven Lure Selection
Our spread features some of the most effective lures in the game:
• Pakula, Islander, Black Bart, and Squidnation – Designed to entice everything from Mahi and Tuna to trophy Marlin.
Whether you're a seasoned angler or just starting out, our professional-grade gear gives you the best shot at success on the water.
• Livewell to keep bait fresh and active
• Radar, sonar, and GPS systems for precise navigation and fish tracking
• Ample rod storage and deck space for multiple anglers.
Your safety is our top priority. The Bob Marlin meets all international safety standards and comes equipped with all required safety gear.
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What anglers say
All reviews (33)
We had a phenomenal trip! We started out from the beach in Herradura for an 8 hr trip looking for billfish, dorado, and tuna. It started out a little slow, but they got us on a large school of yellowfin tuna. After catching multiple large tuna, we caught a small dorado and 2 sailfish. The crew was super helpful and friendly. They were great with our kids. We have 2 boys, 16 and 15, and a girl , 12. They filleted up the tuna, made fresh sashimi with avocado to eat on the boat. Highly recommend. Danny, George, and Kendall were great!
Great to hear you and your family enjoyed the day! Enjoy the rest of your vacation and hope to fiah again someday .
The Captain, Tim, was great at communicating as he reached out when I booked the trip and periodically up until and is fluent in English with an extensive and interesting history of traveling the world. The crew was very experienced and fully engaged with the fishing and our family. Even though the fishing reports from other boats were that not much was being caught, we landed 3 sailfish on our half day tour. They also supplied some very good morning snacks and midday sandwiches and guacamole. We have chartered numerous boats and would highly recommend this charter.
Happy to hear you enjoyed the day ! Safe travels back home !!
Bucket list: Catch a tuna and eat it on the boat: ✔️ I messaged them and told them that if we catch a tuna, that they better have soy sauce as I'm eating it on the boat! He replied, "I'll make you sashimi!! Indeed we did & indeed he did!!! Started out hot wirh an immediate double up, one got away, then we went cold for hours and hit 2 more at the end. At the end of the day, it's called fishing, not catching nut we still ended up w 3 Tuna totalling over 200lbs! Definitely recommend and next time we are getting a SAIL!!
Cant wait to fish again ! safe travels🤙
Jeff took my husband and I out on the Bob Marlin and we had a great time! his staff is amazing, they served breakfast, snacks, and lunch all day long. The iced cooler was overflowing with waters, cokes, and beer. We had a slow day on biting fish, but mu husband ended up landing a whopper Sailfish. I totally recommend jeff and his crew!
Thanks Rhi , enjoy the rest of your vacation and hope to see yall again.
Great trip with Capt Kendar, Tim and Danny. We asked them to accomodate us to fish some deep drops for grouper and snapper and they taylored a trip to our request. They even swapped an electric reel that we had brought with us onto one of their rods. The crew was helpful and attentive to our group and we enjoyed exchanging stories and jokes all day. Tackle, bait and food was all top notch. We have fished many local charters and Tim and Danny stand out because their communication was constant and genuine. We all felt included from the most seasoned anglers in our group to a couple novices. Our group of 6 had plenty of space as well on the boat and the layout was perfect. Price was very fair for what we received. Would be our first choice for next charter in Jaco/Sueños area.
FAQs about Bob Marlin Sportfishing Costa Rica
What are the trip rates for Bob Marlin Sportfishing Costa Rica?
- US $1,500 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore (5 hours)
- US $1,500 per group - Half Day Trip – Offshore (5 hours)
- US $1,800 per group - Full Day Trip – Inshore (8 hours)
- US $1,800 per group - Full Day Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Bob Marlin Sportfishing Costa Rica?
- Toilet Enclosed , private toilet.
- Air conditioning
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Flybridge
- Live bait well
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Outriggers
- Ice box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Bob Marlin Sportfishing Costa Rica?
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (Live bait if required , is always included.)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish are filleted and bagged for your enjoyment ! Don't hesitate to ask for our recommendations on restaurants that will prepare your catch for you!)
- Snacks (Snacks are included. Fresh fruits , Chips with salsa , Chocolate snacks are available to enjoy throughout the day.)
- Drinks (We supply water, sodas, juice and beer and of course that's included !)
- First mate (With years of experience on the water, he's the one who keeps everything running smoothly – from preparing the boat before sunrise to ensuring every guest has an unforgettable day at sea.)
- Lunch (We offer a variety of meals but our guest favorite(and ours)is our local dish of 'Arroz con Pollo'. Served with fresh pico de gallo and salad!)
What types of fishing does Bob Marlin Sportfishing Costa Rica offer?
- Inshore fishing
- Offshore fishing (Typical offshore trips we travel 20-30 miles to the fishing grounds.)
What fishing techniques does Bob Marlin Sportfishing Costa Rica offer?
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Jigging
- Popping
Which fish species can I catch with Bob Marlin Sportfishing Costa Rica?
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Marlin (Black)
- Marlin (Blue)
- Marlin (Striped)
- Roosterfish
- Sailfish
- Snapper (Cubera)
- Wahoo
Your operator
Playa Herradura, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica
Bob Marlin Sportfishing Costa Rica, based in Herradura on the stunning Pacific coast of Puntarenas Province, offers unforgettable offshore and inshore fishing adventures in one of the world's premier sportfishing destinations. With experienced captains and crew, anglers can chase trophy species such as Sailfish, Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, and Roosterfish while enjoying the beauty of Costa Rica's vibrant coastline. Whether you're an avid angler or a first-time guest, Bob Marlin Sportfishing delivers exciting action, warm hospitality, and memories that will last a lifetime.
Kendar G.
Captain
Tim Y.
First mate
Jeff M.
First mate
Bob Marlin Sportfishing Costa Rica, based in Herradura on the stunning Pacific coast of Puntarenas Province, offers unforgettable offshore and inshore fishing adventures in one of the world's premier sportfishing destinations. With experienced captains and crew, anglers can chase trophy species such as Sailfish, Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, and Roosterfish while enjoying the beauty of Costa Rica's vibrant coastline. Whether you're an avid angler or a first-time guest, Bob Marlin Sportfishing delivers exciting action, warm hospitality, and memories that will last a lifetime.
Kendar G.
Captain
Tim Y.
First mate
Jeff M.
First mate
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How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
Cash
Visa
Mastercard
Bank transfer
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