Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters 

4.9
(6 reviews)
 Playa Hermosa, Playa Hermosa, GU, Costa Rica–

Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters 

Playa Hermosa, GU, Costa Rica
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27 ft
6
4.9
(6 reviews)

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Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters is here to show you the stunning waters of Playa Hermosa. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain David is prepared to put you on fish.

Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, Jack Crevalle, Blue Marlin, Striped Marlin, Needlefish, Rainbow Runner, Roosterfish, Sailfish, and more are in the cards if you come at the right time of year. You'll target your catch by spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Trips with Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters are child-friendly, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites – lucky for you, there will already be some on board!

Capt. David will bring you aboard a 27' Pursuit center console that holds up to 6 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, and all the essentials. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

You'll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish. A 10–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so you can drive right over and come aboard without any hassle! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

Don't leave home without sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). There will be some drinks on offer, but let the captain know if you wish to bring your own. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be food and some light snacks included on board.

Now, come aboard with Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters and get hooked!

Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters is here to show you the stunning waters of Playa Hermosa. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain David is prepared to put you on fish.

Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, Jack Crevalle, Blue Marlin, Striped Marlin, Needlefish, Rainbow Runner, Roosterfish, Sailfish, and more are in the cards if you come at the right time of year. You'll target your catch by spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Trips with Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters are child-friendly, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites – lucky for you, there will already be some on board!

Capt. David will bring you aboard a 27' Pursuit center console that holds up to 6 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, and all the essentials. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

You'll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish. A 10–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so you can drive right over and come aboard without any hassle! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

Don't leave home without sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). There will be some drinks on offer, but let the captain know if you wish to bring your own. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be food and some light snacks included on board.

Now, come aboard with Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters and get hooked!

Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters
Charter Operator
Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters
26 years of experience
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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Roosterfish
Sailfish
Tuna (Yellowfin)
+4
US $595
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Roosterfish
Sailfish
+6
US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

4.9
6 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (16)

Reviews (6)

  • Keegan Labarge
    Keegan Labarge
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    absolutely amazing!!!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 22, 2026 • 2 adults

    We had an absolutely incredible experience with Gonzales Sport Fishing! From the moment we got on the boat, David and Jordan went above and beyond to make sure we had an unforgettable day. They were knowledgeable, friendly, worked incredibly hard, and made the entire trip fun from start to finish. We caught several beautiful mahi mahi, enjoyed great snacks and beverages throughout the day, and never had to worry about a thing. You can tell David and Jordan genuinely love what they do and are committed to giving their guests the best experience possible. If you’re looking for an amazing fishing charter with an outstanding crew, I can’t recommend Gonzales Sport Fishing enough. This was easily one of the highlights of our trip, and we’ll definitely be booking with them again. Five stars all the way!

  • Terry Rogers
    Terry Rogers
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing Family Experience

    Half Day Trip (AM) on June 3, 2026 • 6 adults

    David (Capt.) and Jose (1st Mate) were both amazing. We were a family of 6 and they accomodated our booking very last minute. David was the Captain for the job, he managed to make sure everyone of us caught at least once fish and some of us caught multiple. Most were tuna and one dorado. Jose was an amazing mate to have aboard. He worked his tail off for us, not only when there was a fish on but he also prepared amazing fruit and snacks for our family. He’s skilled with a knife and made short work of the fish we kept. Our family had an amazing morning.

  • Daniel Chang
    Daniel Chang
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    great team to work with

    Half Day Trip (AM) on February 23, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    José and David were great to fish with. They were nice to the whole family and we caught plenty of fish

  • Jason Butera
    Jason Butera
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Experience - Highly Recommend!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 3, 2025 • 4 adults • 1 child

    My family (husband, 2 boys - 12 & 15) and I had a wonderful time! We were picked up on our hotel's beach (Waldorf Astoria) by Sergio & Milo for our 4 hour charter. By far, it was our favorite fishing charter to date. The captain immediately asked what type of fishing we wanted, and he delivered. We're from Florida and have experience fishing, so he ensure the boys stayed active & involved (trolled & jigged). We caught an 8-9 foot sailfish right off the bat and continued catching a variety of smaller fish throughout the morning. The crew was so friendly and knowledgable. The views from the coast were spectacular and the boat was perfect for lounging between the action. We also saw many sea turtles and dolphins and were treated to a spectacular spread of fresh fruit, hummus, and tuna salad. The experience couldn't be better.

  • Robert Michael Griego
    Robert Michael Griego
    us
    New Mexico, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great trip

    Half Day Trip (AM) on June 1, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 children

    The crew went above and beyond to make sure we had a good trip.

  • Zhang Zoey
    Zhang Zoey
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Good Trip!!!

    Full Day Trip on July 5, 2025 • 3 adults

    Captain David met an accident but he offered us another solution. His cousin Captain Jean is pretty good too!! We got three sailfish and two tuna negra! The boat is comfortable and new! Everything is perfect!

Rating

4.9
6 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Keegan LaBarge
Keegan LaBarge
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
5.0
Verified
absolutely amazing!!!
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 22, 2026 • 2 adults

We had an absolutely incredible experience with Gonzales Sport Fishing! From the moment we got on the boat, David and Jordan went above and beyond to make sure we had an unforgettable day. They were knowledgeable, friendly, worked incredibly hard, and made the entire trip fun from start to finish. We caught several beautiful mahi mahi, enjoyed great snacks and beverages throughout the day, and never had to worry about a thing. You can tell David and Jordan genuinely love what they do and are committed to giving their guests the best experience possible. If you’re looking for an amazing fishing charter with an outstanding crew, I can’t recommend Gonzales Sport Fishing enough. This was easily one of the highlights of our trip, and we’ll definitely be booking with them again. Five stars all the way!

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thank you for your trust in us and it was our pleasure serving you!

Terry Rogers
Terry Rogers
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Amazing Family Experience
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 3, 2026 • 6 adults

David (Capt.) and Jose (1st Mate) were both amazing. We were a family of 6 and they accomodated our booking very last minute. David was the Captain for the job, he managed to make sure everyone of us caught at least once fish and some of us caught multiple. Most were tuna and one dorado. Jose was an amazing mate to have aboard. He worked his tail off for us, not only when there was a fish on but he also prepared amazing fruit and snacks for our family. He's skilled with a knife and made short work of the fish we kept. Our family had an amazing morning.

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Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Yellowfin Tuna
Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thank you for your trust in us and the nice words. We were honored to host your family💜.

Robert Michael GRIEGO
Robert Michael GRIEGO
us
New Mexico, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
great trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 1, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

The crew went above and beyond to make sure we had a good trip.

Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thank you so much!! We are so happy you trusted us and had a great time.

Daniel Chang
Daniel Chang
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
great team to work with
Half Day Trip (AM) on February 23, 2026 • 1 adult • 1 child

José and David were great to fish with. They were nice to the whole family and we caught plenty of fish

Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thank you Daniel. It was our pleasure to serve you!

Jason Butera
Jason Butera
us
Florida, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great Experience - Highly Recommend!
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 3, 2025 • 3 adults • 1 child

My family (husband, 2 boys - 12 & 15) and I had a wonderful time! We were picked up on our hotel's beach (Waldorf Astoria) by Sergio & Milo for our 4 hour charter. By far, it was our favorite fishing charter to date. The captain immediately asked what type of fishing we wanted, and he delivered. We're from Florida and have experience fishing, so he ensure the boys stayed active & involved (trolled & jigged). We caught an 8-9 foot sailfish right off the bat and continued catching a variety of smaller fish throughout the morning. The crew was so friendly and knowledgable. The views from the coast were spectacular and the boat was perfect for lounging between the action. We also saw many sea turtles and dolphins and were treated to a spectacular spread of fresh fruit, hummus, and tuna salad. The experience couldn't be better.

Reported catch:
Sailfish

FAQs about Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters

Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $595 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Outriggers
Trips booked with Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (depending on what fish is targeted )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
  • Lunch (on full day)
Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack (Pacific Crevalle)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Needlefish
  • Rainbow Runner
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Your operator

Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters
Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters
Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
ID & license verified
6 Customer reviews
Typical response within 2 hours
Member since May 2025
Our Family has been fishing the Papagayo Bay Area for more than 30 years. I have been on a boat since I was able to walk. I have worked on all sizes of boats all over Costa Rica. I strive to give the very best safest experience on the sea.
Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters
Gonzalez Sport Fishing Charters
Fully verified
6
reviews
2025
member since
~2h
response
Our Family has been fishing the Papagayo Bay Area for more than 30 years. I have been on a boat since I was able to walk. I have worked on all sizes of boats all over Costa Rica. I strive to give the very best safest experience on the sea.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Pacific Crevalle Jack
Pacific Crevalle Jack
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin
Needlefish
Needlefish
Rainbow Runner
Rainbow Runner
Roosterfish
Roosterfish
Sailfish
Sailfish
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Amberjack
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Pacific Crevalle Jack
Pacific Crevalle Jack
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin

Real catches by this captain

  • absolutely amazing!!!
    Keegan L.
    Keegan L.
  • Amazing Family Experience
    Terry R.
    Terry R.
  • great team to work with
    Daniel C.
    Daniel C.
  • Great Experience - Highly Recommend!
    Jason B.
    Jason B.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
27 ft
Year built
1984
Restored in
2021
Boat manufacturer
Pursuit
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 140HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling equipment
Outriggers
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
depending on what fish is targeted
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
First mate
Fishing license
Lunch
on full day

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
except Sailfish, Marlin, and Rooster
Catch and release allowed

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
 PayPal
 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Playa Hermosa right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (Striped)Marlin (Striped)
Rainbow RunnerRainbow Runner
RoosterfishRoosterfish
SailfishSailfish
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)

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