Palito Sportfishing – Tamarindo Beach 

 Calle Cruz, Tamarindo, GU 50309, Costa Rica

Palito Sportfishing – Tamarindo Beach 

Tamarindo, GU, Costa Rica
24 ft
4

Palito Sportfishing welcomes you to the stunning waters of Tamarindo. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Edgar José knows them forwards and back.

These waters are known for Common Bream, African Pompano Jack, Mahi Mahi, Garfish, Bluefish, Almaco Jack, Striped Marlin, Blue Marlin, Sailfish, Roosterfish, Longbill Spearfish, Bluefin Tuna, and more – with any luck, they'll make your reel scream. On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using light tackle. Capt. Edgar José can also have you kite fishing.

Trips with Palito Sportfishing are kid-friendly, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites so that everyone stays happy and energized!

You'll be casting lines from a 24' San Carlos Panga with capacity for 4 passengers. It comes with outriggers, a fighting chair, and everything you need for a productive day on the water. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

A First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. Mates often work for tips and it's customary to offer them a 10–20% tip.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

Don't forget to bring sunglasses, a hat, and sunblock (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, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be some light snacks included on board.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with Palito Sportfishing.

Palito Sportfishing welcomes you to the stunning waters of Tamarindo. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Edgar José knows them forwards and back.

These waters are known for Common Bream, African Pompano Jack, Mahi Mahi, Garfish, Bluefish, Almaco Jack, Striped Marlin, Blue Marlin, Sailfish, Roosterfish, Longbill Spearfish, Bluefin Tuna, and more – with any luck, they'll make your reel scream. On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using light tackle. Capt. Edgar José can also have you kite fishing.

Trips with Palito Sportfishing are kid-friendly, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites so that everyone stays happy and energized!

You'll be casting lines from a 24' San Carlos Panga with capacity for 4 passengers. It comes with outriggers, a fighting chair, and everything you need for a productive day on the water. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

A First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. Mates often work for tips and it's customary to offer them a 10–20% tip.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

Don't forget to bring sunglasses, a hat, and sunblock (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, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be some light snacks included on board.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with Palito Sportfishing.

Edgar José Cruz  Obando
Captain
Edgar José Cruz Obando
responds within an hour

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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip – Tamarindo Beach
In high demand Last booked: 5 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Roosterfish
Sailfish
+8
US $450
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Quarter Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Roosterfish
Sailfish
+8
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip – Tamarindo
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Roosterfish
Sailfish
+8
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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FAQs about Palito Sportfishing – Tamarindo Beach

Palito Sportfishing – Tamarindo Beach offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group - Half Day Trip – Tamarindo Beach (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Quarter Day Trip (2 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Full Day Trip – Tamarindo (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Palito Sportfishing – Tamarindo Beach, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna tubes
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Palito Sportfishing – Tamarindo Beach include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
Palito Sportfishing – Tamarindo Beach offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Limited)
  • Reef fishing
Palito Sportfishing – Tamarindo Beach offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
  • Kite fishing (Limited)
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Palito Sportfishing – Tamarindo Beach include:
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Gar
  • Jack (African Pompano)
  • Jack (Almaco)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Spearfish (Longbill)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)

Your captain

Edgar José Cruz  Obando
Edgar José Cruz Obando

Tamarindo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

1 Fishing Report
Typical response within an hour
Member since January 2026

Operating a 24' San Carlos Panga, Capt. Edgar José ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Tamarindo, Guanacaste. Keep your eyes peeled for Mahi Mahi, Longbill Spearfish and more as you try your hand at bottom fishing, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, and more. For special requests, such as kite fishing, message Capt. Edgar José.

Edgar José Cruz  Obando
Edgar José Cruz Obando
1
reports
2026
member since
~1h
response
Operating a 24' San Carlos Panga, Capt. Edgar José ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Tamarindo, Guanacaste. Keep your eyes peeled for Mahi Mahi, Longbill Spearfish and more as you try your hand at bottom fishing, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, and more. For special requests, such as kite fishing, message Capt. Edgar José.

The fish you can target

Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gar
Gar
African Pompano Jack
African Pompano Jack
Almaco Jack
Almaco Jack
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin
Roosterfish
Roosterfish
Sailfish
Sailfish
Longbill Spearfish
Longbill Spearfish
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gar
Gar
African Pompano Jack
African Pompano Jack
Almaco Jack
Almaco Jack

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2012
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
San Carlos
Boat type
Panga
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 115HP
Max cruising speed
22 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Limited
Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Limited
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Fighting chair
GPS
Snorkeling equipment
Live bait well
Outriggers
Tuna tubes
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
First mate
Fishing license

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
You keep catch
Crew keeps catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

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:

 Cash

 PayPal

 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Tamarindo right now

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack (African Pompano)Jack (African Pompano)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (Striped)Marlin (Striped)
RoosterfishRoosterfish
SailfishSailfish

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