Bob Marlin Sportfishing Costa Rica
Bob Marlin Sportfishing Costa Rica
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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Chuck Oliver•
Texas, USMember since 20245.0VerifiedNewRooster Fish Bonanza
Full Day Trip – Inshore on September 7, 2026 • 4 adultsMy wife and I traveled to Costa Rica, and of course we wanted to go fishing. Hooked up with Bob Marlin Charters through FishBooker and had a GREAT trip. The Captain and crew were courteous and helpful, and we caught our Bucket List Fish (Rooster Fish). We actually hooked up with 4 but one was so big it broke the line! All Roosters were over 40 inches. I highly recommend this charter.
Jason Cameron•Tennessee, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedFantastic family trip
Full Day Trip – Offshore on July 5, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 childWe 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!
Robert MunarettoRepeat angler•Illinois, US•Member since 20204 trips5.0Verifiedi mean, he’s got a tattoo if a fish on his head…… OF COURSE IT’S GOOD!!
Full Day Trip – Offshore on June 4, 2026 • 4 adultsBucket 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!!
Erik MillersRepeat angler•New Jersey, US•Member since 20235 trips5.0VerifiedGreat trip with friends
Full Day Trip – Inshore on January 20, 2026 • 6 adultsGreat 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.
Quentin Carbone•Pennsylvania, USMember since 20255.0Successful Full Day Off Shore
Full Day Trip – Offshore on December 10, 2025Tim, Kendar, and Danny are absolute professionals in every sense of the word. We spoke with several other anglers who had booked charters and struggled to find fish—these guys not only found them, they executed flawlessly once they did. Between bites, the conversation and laughs were just as memorable as the fishing. The mahi was filleted with precision and expertly bagged by the time we stepped off the boat, and Tat2 Tim went above and beyond by preparing phenomenal sashimi and ceviche on the spot and even took photos of the catch with a 3D camera. We enjoyed the experience so much that we immediately booked a second day—and were rewarded with a stunning blue marlin. We’ve booked many charters over the years, and this one stands at the top. Highly recommend.
- John RoopRepeat angler•Wyoming, US•Member since 20215 trips5.0Verified
Great Fishing Trip aboard the Bob Marlin!!!
Full Day Trip – Offshore on July 26, 2026 • 2 adultsIt was my wife's birthday and she wanted to go fishing. We could not have had a better boat and crew. The owner Tim, Deck Hand/1st Mate Dani and Captain Kendar were fantastic, all of them seasoned, professional guys. Great conversations and excellent in their crafts!! We had a great time and caught some really nice yellow fin tuna!
Brady Larsen•Alabama, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedBest crew, very thoughtful, very knowledgeable
Full Day Trip – Offshore on July 24, 2026 • 2 adultsmy goal was to come to jaco to catch bill fish. we ended up going 3/4 on sailfish. and 1/2 on tuna. tuna was 80lbs sailfish was 102”. awesome day, crew was amazing. tim made some fresh sashimi with our tuna on the boat for lunch and it was incredible! highly recommend! i will be back on his boat when i come back!
Ryan Gursky•Oklahoma, USMember since 20265.0Verifiedfabulous fishing trip
Full Day Trip – Offshore on July 9, 2026 • 5 adults • 3 childrenEntire crew was great!! they worked so hard ro make sure that a family of 5 from the United States had an incredible day out on the water!! Caught so many yellow fin tuna that we told them we had nothing left in the tank!!! highly reccomend this company
Mark RisingerRepeat angler•Missouri, US•Member since 20192 trips5.0VerifiedGave It Their Best
Full Day Trip – Offshore on August 8, 2026 • 2 adultsThe boat owner Tim, captain Kendar and first mate Danny worked hard all day to find us a bite. Ended up catching some yellowfin. One of our hotel restaurants are cooking some Ahi fillets for tonight!
Daphane Ramsden•Florida, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedEpic Adventure
Full Day Trip – Offshore on April 28, 2026 • 6 adultsWe had an absolute fantastic day. Caught a ton of Tuna, a Sailfish and a monster Mahi! We even saved a turtle along the way. The crew was so fun and made our trip one of the best fishing experiences for these Florida girls!
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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 !!
My wife and I traveled to Costa Rica, and of course we wanted to go fishing. Hooked up with Bob Marlin Charters through FishBooker and had a GREAT trip. The Captain and crew were courteous and helpful, and we caught our Bucket List Fish (Rooster Fish). We actually hooked up with 4 but one was so big it broke the line! All Roosters were over 40 inches. I highly recommend this charter.
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 .
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🤙
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
- US $1,550 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore (5 hours)
- US $1,850 per group - Full Day Trip – Inshore (8 hours)
- US $1,850 per group - Full Day Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
- Toilet Enclosed , private toilet.
- Air conditioning
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Flybridge
- Live bait well
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Outriggers
- Ice box
- Radar
- 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!)
- Inshore fishing
- Offshore fishing (Typical offshore trips we travel 20-30 miles to the fishing grounds.)
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Jigging
- Popping
- 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
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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.
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Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
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When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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:
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