Bob Marlin Sportfishing Costa Rica

4.9/5 (26 reviews)

Bar & Restaurante La Puesta del Sol, Playa Herradura, PU, Costa Rica–

Playa Herradura, PU, Costa Rica

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35 ft

4.9/5 (26 reviews)

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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

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.

Popular features

Live bait

You keep catch

Catch cleaning & filleting

Drinks

Toilet

Popular features

Live bait

You keep catch

Catch cleaning & filleting

Drinks

Toilet

Customer reviews

Rating

4.9

26 reviews

4.9

Boat & equipment

5.0

Captain & crew

4.9

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Erik Millers

Repeat angler

New Jersey, US

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Member since 2023

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5 trips

5.0

Verified

Great trip with friends

Full Day Trip – Inshore on January 20, 2026 • 6 adults

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.

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Todd Eggen

Repeat angler

Missouri, US

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Member since 2021

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7 trips

5.0

Verified

Great Trip and Crew

Half Day Trip – Offshore on April 26, 2026 • 5 adults

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.

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Response from Captain

May 5, 2026

Happy to hear you enjoyed the day ! Safe travels back home !!

Chris Adamo

Repeat angler

New York, US

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Member since 2025

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2 trips

5.0

Verified

New

Great Day, Great Boat

Half Day Trip – Offshore on June 11, 2026 • 2 adults

Captain asked what I wanted to fish for. I said I am here for a billfish. Next on my list, a tuna and finally a Mahi- Mahi. Do you believe I caught all 3 ! One day 3 bucket list fish. I caught 3 species all in one hour.
Boat was in great shape, they have great equipment and the crew knew what they were doing and never stopped. I recommend the boat and the crew highly.

Quentin Carbone

Pennsylvania, US

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Member since 2025

5.0

Successful Full Day Off Shore

Full Day Trip – Offshore on December 10, 2025

Tim, 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.

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Response from Captain

December 19, 2025

Hi Quentin, Thanks so much for the feedback and it was our pleasure to have you on baord it was a great couple days !! Pura Vida!

Courtney Dembek

Member since 2025

5.0

Epic trip

Full Day Trip – Offshore on July 27, 2025

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

If you're looking for the ultimate fishing charter in Costa Rica, **Bob Marlin** is the boat you want, and **Tattoo Tommy**(and jeff owner)is the first mate you need! From the moment we stepped on the beach and boarded, the crew made us feel like family and set us up for an unforgettable day on the water. It was truly the best way to commemorate my husband and sons milestone birthdays. 

Everyone in our group caught a tuna, and the highlight was reeling in a stunning sailfish—a true bucket list experience for my husband and a 40th birthday he will never forget! The energy on the boat was awesome, the crew was laidback but knowledgeable and fun. They worked nonstop to make sure we had the best possible trip. They made a big effort to make sure each of us had an opportunity to get that rush of adrenaline reeling in a fish. They kept changing tatics and once we checked a fish off we kept going for another species. The deck hand was a real MVP and we enjoyed watching his suburb skills from tying knots, changing lures, cleaning the fishing to filleting us up some fresh sashimi. 

This was hands down one of the most epic adventures we've ever had in Costa Rica. If you're even thinking about booking a fishing trip, stop searching and book with Bob Marlin—you won't regret it! 🎣🌊🐟

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Response from Captain

August 21, 2025

Pura Vida Courtney.  suoer fun day and really enjoyed having everyone as our guests on such a grest day of fishing. 

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Half Day Trip – Inshore

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5 hour trip starts at 7:15 AM

US $1,500