Based out of the community of Tamarindo Beach, Capullo Sportfishing aims to provide a memorable experience on the northwest Pacific coast of Costa Rica. The seas around Tamarindo are famous for being one of the prime spots for world-class sportfishing in Central America.
Capt. Manuel Leal and First Mate Cheyenne Rosales have been fishing together for 25 years. They consistently provide expert service and will work tirelessly to ensure you have a fun time. They are happy to cater to the individual desires of their clients and excel at instructing beginners, both young and old. They will show you how to fish and land your own catch and can also work with veteran anglers to plan the perfect trip.
Their boat is a 36’ Topaz offshore sportfisher that runs on a pair of 400 HP Caterpillar Diesel engines. Freshly painted and refitted in 2023, now with a baby blue hull, new comfortable deck seating & roof covering. She also boasts a 14 foot beam instead of the traditional 12 foot making her very stable & ready to take up to 7 anglers out for an adventure!
The trip packages on offer are geared for targeting Sailfish, Blue, Black and Striped Marlin, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Roosterfish, Snapper and many others. If you manage to catch Tuna or Mahi Mahi, Capt. Manuel can use it to prepare some finger-licking Sashimi.
You’ll have the very best fishing tackle and equipment at your disposal included in the trip price. Complimentary drinks, fruit & light snacks will also be waiting for you on board, with sandwiches being served on longer trips. This part of Costa Rica is a great place to be fishing all year-round, so come on down for a taste!
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (101)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Appropriate for children
91%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Recommend this charter
93%
Caught fish
92%
Feb 27, 2025
Half Day (AM) From December 2024
Capullo treated us very well when they didn't have to. They were waiting on a part for their boat and went out of their way to make sure that we were in great hands on another boat. They could have just canceled and left us on our own but they didn't. They truly care about their customers and will go above and beyond to take great care of them. Even though there was a mechanical issue with their boat, I'm so glad that I booked with Capullo. Highly recommended!
Capullo treated us very well when they didn't have to. They were waiting on a part for their boat and went out of their way to...
Aug 8, 2025
Full Day Trip From December 2024
Great outing with Capullo! We were hooked up with a blue marlin within 2 hours of being on the water. The captain and the first mate were very knowledgeable. We hooked 3 blue marlin and landed 2. We also caught a wahoo, multiple tunas and rainbow runners. Great trip all around, will be back.
Great outing with Capullo! We were hooked up with a blue marlin within 2 hours of being on the water. The captain and the first...
Jul 20, 2025
3/4 day Trip from December 2024
We didn't have our lines in for five minutes and we had two Sailfish on!! Highly recommend this crew for their professionalism and skills. Total of five Sailfish hits and one Marlin.
We didn't have our lines in for five minutes and we had two Sailfish on!! Highly recommend this crew for their professionalism...
May 31, 2025
Half Day (AM) From December 2024
Captain and Cheyenne were both working hard for us on a slow day. Ended up with a swordfish and a mahi. It was my 6 yr old sons first time deep sea and it went so well!
Captain and Cheyenne were both working hard for us on a slow day. Ended up with a swordfish and a mahi. It was my 6 yr old sons...
Jan 24, 2025
Half Day (AM) From December 2024
We had such a nice time . Everyone was able to reel in a fish. We caught a bunch of mackerel . The crew made us some of the freshest sushi we have ever had right on the deck of the boat . We took home a ton of fresh mackerel . A fishing trip for the books that is for sure .
We had such a nice time . Everyone was able to reel in a fish. We caught a bunch of mackerel . The crew made us some of the freshest...
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (101)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Appropriate for children
91%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Recommend this charter
93%
Caught fish
92%
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Crew
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Half Day (AM) From December 2024 on February 27, 2025
Capullo treated us very well when they didn't have to. They were waiting on a part for their boat and went out of their way to make sure that we were in great hands on another boat. They could have just canceled and left us on our own but they didn't. They truly care about their customers and will go above and beyond to take great care of them. Even though there was a mechanical issue with their boat, I'm so glad that I booked with Capullo. Highly recommended!
Capullo treated us very well when they didn't have to. They were waiting on a part for their boat and went out of their way to make sure that we were in great hands on another boat. They could have just canceled and left us on our own but they didn't. They truly care about their customers and will go above and beyond to take great care of them. Even though there was a mechanical issue with their boat, I'm so glad that I booked with Capullo. Highly recommended!
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Boat
Crew
Overall
Full Day Trip From December 2024 on August 8, 2025
Great outing with Capullo! We were hooked up with a blue marlin within 2 hours of being on the water. The captain and the first mate were very knowledgeable. We hooked 3 blue marlin and landed 2. We also caught a wahoo, multiple tunas and rainbow runners. Great trip all around, will be back.
Great outing with Capullo! We were hooked up with a blue marlin within 2 hours of being on the water. The captain and the first mate were very knowledgeable. We hooked 3 blue marlin and landed 2. We also caught a wahoo, multiple tunas and rainbow runners. Great trip all around, will be back.
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Boat
Crew
Overall
3/4 day Trip from December 2024 on July 20, 2025
We didn't have our lines in for five minutes and we had two Sailfish on!! Highly recommend this crew for their professionalism and skills. Total of five Sailfish hits and one Marlin.
We didn't have our lines in for five minutes and we had two Sailfish on!! Highly recommend this crew for their professionalism and skills. Total of five Sailfish hits and one Marlin.
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Boat
Crew
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Half Day (AM) From December 2024 on May 31, 2025
Captain and Cheyenne were both working hard for us on a slow day. Ended up with a swordfish and a mahi. It was my 6 yr old sons first time deep sea and it went so well!
Captain and Cheyenne were both working hard for us on a slow day. Ended up with a swordfish and a mahi. It was my 6 yr old sons first time deep sea and it went so well!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Half Day (AM) From December 2024 on January 24, 2025
We had such a nice time . Everyone was able to reel in a fish. We caught a bunch of mackerel . The crew made us some of the freshest sushi we have ever had right on the deck of the boat . We took home a ton of fresh mackerel . A fishing trip for the books that is for sure .
We had such a nice time . Everyone was able to reel in a fish. We caught a bunch of mackerel . The crew made us some of the freshest sushi we have ever had right on the deck of the boat . We took home a ton of fresh mackerel . A fishing trip for the books that is for sure .