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Go Fish Costa Rica – 28'

Explore the oceanic waters off the coast of west with Go Fish Costa Rica. Captain Cheno has a wealth of knowledge about the area that he is happy to share with his guests, as well as local expertise and familiarity with various fishing techniques typically employed in these waters.

You’ll head out on his 28’ Tico center console boat, restored in 2015. The boat is outfitted with a GPS and radio, and has a maximum capacity of four anglers. There’s a toilet on board, as well as an ice-box for the daily catch, which the crew will be happy to clean and fillet for you.

All fishing gear, including rods, reels, and lures will be ready for you on the boat. The captain will provide live bait as well. If you’re up for some fly fishing, let your captain know so he’ll provide the equipment for you.

There’s a variety of fishing opportunities provided by the productive waters of Costa Rica. Capt. Cheno runs both inshore and offshore fishing trips. Depending on the season, target species include Billfish and Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Grouper, Wahoo, Tarpon, and the very popular Roosterfish.

While catch and release is allowed, guests are free to keep their catch if they want. Following the trip, there’s an option of taking your catch to one of the local restaurants, and have it cooked for your enjoyment.

Fishing licenses are covered in the package, along with drinks and snacks for the trip. Gratuities for the first mate are customary. Make sure to bring some sunscreen, grab a camera to make some lasting memories, and you’re all set.

Join Go Fish Costa Rica, and come have an unforgettable time exploring some of the bluest waters around!



FAQs about Go Fish Costa Rica – 28'

Go Fish Costa Rica – 28' offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $775 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $775 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group - Full Day Trip – Inshore/Offshore (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Go Fish Costa Rica – 28', you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Go Fish Costa Rica – 28' include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks (Beer, soft drinks & water)
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License
  • Lunch
  • Fly Fishing Equipment (Discuss with the captain before the trip.)

Go Fish Costa Rica – 28' offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing

Go Fish Costa Rica – 28' offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing (Discuss with the captain before the trip.)
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Go Fish Costa Rica – 28' include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Broomtail)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Cubera)
  • Snook
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Charter Operator

Go Fish Costa Rica
Herradura, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica
4 Fishing Reports
27 Customer reviews
Member since December 2013
I started guiding at age 19, and for 40 years have operated boats from Alaska to Panama. I love my work as it really has never been a job. I get to go fishing everyday. Please come and join me to share some of the knowledge I have acquired over the years.

About this listing

Targeted species

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Broomtail) Broomtail Grouper
Grouper (Goliath) Goliath Grouper
Marlin (Black) Black Marlin

Boat specs

Tico (Center console) originally built in 2008, and restored in 2015. Powered by a 200HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 27 knots.

Length
28 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Discuss with the captain before the trip.
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Outriggers
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
Beer, soft drinks & water
First Mate
Fishing License
Lunch
Fly Fishing Equipment
Discuss with the captain before the trip.

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Herradura to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Very good
4.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 5 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.2 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience
Very good
3.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (9)
Off Shore
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Angler rating
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
60%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
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Paul G.
San José, Costa Rica
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Off Shore

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Inshore/Offshore on January 21, 2016
Myself and a buddy went out for the day. We left the spousal units behind to do other Jaco things. We both caught a sailfish...
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Dan J.
United States
Excellent
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Dan and Trevors trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Inshore/Offshore on March 30, 2015
It was a wonderful time!!! Trevor and I caught 2 Sailfish with Jose and Gabriel Thats the biggest fish i have ever caught
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Robert S. B.
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Very good
3.7 / 5
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Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Good
3.0 / 5
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Buzz Blount and Tiger Thomas on 1/26/16

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on January 26, 2016
I was somewhat disappointed by the results of the trip. Being a fisherman and having fished off-shore in Hawaii, Florida and...
Robert S. B. does not recommend Go Fish Costa Rica – 28'
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Sheri
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Full Day Trip – Inshore/Offshore on April 9, 2014
I slept all day and night but I needed it. that was a great trip and I’m happy that I made a decision to take it :). I’ll...
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Robert O.
San José, Costa Rica
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1.3 / 5
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Fishing with Dan

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Inshore/Offshore on April 9, 2017
Captain didn’t appear to care if we caught fish.  Maybe he knew we weren’t going to catch species we were after in which...
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