Captain Rooster Fishing Charters

Captain Rooster Fishing Charters operates out of Playa Gigante, Nicaragua, fishing both inshore and offshore in for the area’s top table and game species. “Captain Rooster” has been fishing these waters for years and is the man to go to for the best fishing Nicaragua has to offer.

Target Roosterfish, Jacks, Mackerel, and Bonito inshore for the perfect mix of table and game fish. Up for more of a challenge? Head offshore in search of Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Wahoo, Tuna, and more awesome big game pelagics.

Whatever you do, do it aboard a spacious boat with some great equipment packed safely aboard. Captain Rooster’s 28’ Casa Cross boat has tons of room for four anglers to fish in comfort. She is equipped with a livewell full of fresh bait and fishing equipment for a variety of different techniques.

Choose between trolling for game fish like Roosterfish and Sailfish, bottom fishing for tasty table favorites like Snappers, jigging for Jacks and Barracuda, or popping for Yellowtail and much more besides. If you fancy something more hands-on, you can also try out the boat’s great spearfishing equipment, getting up-close-and-personal for the ultimate fishing thrill.

Whatever you do, do it aboard a modern boat with an experienced captain who puts your safety and enjoyment before everything else to make sure you head home with a huge smile as well as some delicious fish.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $450
    Spend the morning fishing for anything from Roosterfish and Snappers to Sailfish and Mahi Mahi on this five-hour charter.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (PM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    US $450
    Head out for an afternoon of awesome fishing, targeting the area's top table and game species, from Roosterfish to Sailfish and everything in between.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $680
    Spend the whole day on the water, battling the biggest and baddest the Pacific Ocean can throw at you. Fish for Sailfish, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Roosterfish, and Barracuda, as well as tasty table favorites like Snappers and Yellowtail.
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FAQs about Captain Rooster Fishing Charters

Captain Rooster Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group - 5 Hour Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $450 per group - 5 Hour Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $680 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Captain Rooster Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Live Bait Well
  • Spearfishing Equipment
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Captain Rooster Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • First Mate

Captain Rooster Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Long travels not necessary. Max 10 miles.)

Captain Rooster Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Captain Rooster Fishing Charters include:
  • Barracuda (Pacific)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Yellowtail Amberjack

Meet the Captain

Vincent Maubourguet
El Gigante, Nicaragua
8 Fishing Reports
1 Customer reviews
Response time 6 hours
Member since August 2017
Captain Vincent "Rooster" Maubourguet has been running charters in Central America for well over a decade, living first in Costa Rica before being drawn to Nicaragua by the awesome fishing and surfing. He works closely with the American and French Sportfishing community and has been featured in several French and U.S Sportfishing magazines.

About this listing

Targeted species

Barracuda (Pacific) Pacific Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
Roosterfish Roosterfish

Boat specs

Casa Cross (Skiff) originally built in 2015, and restored in 2017. Powered by a 140HP Mercury 4 stroke engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 50 knots.

Length
28 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Long travels not necessary. Max 10 miles.

Fishing techniques

Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Snorkeling Equipment
Live Bait Well
Spearfishing Equipment
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Snacks
Drinks
First Mate

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Minimum 12 years.
You Keep Catch
Catch is usually shared between client and crew.
Crew Keeps Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Please specify before trip if you prefer C&R.

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

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VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on April 20, 2023
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