Capullo Sportfishing/Rainbow Runner

Capullo Sportfishing is a charter service based out of Tamarindo Beach in northwest Costa Rica. They take great care when catering to the individual needs of clients, regardless of age or skill level.

Captain Gerald Ruiz has been fishing out of Tamarindo for 28 years. He takes charter success personally and works tirelessly to ensure that every trip is not only successful but also fun.

His boat is a 22’ Boston Whaler center console that’s powered by twin 60 HP Yamaha engines. There’s plenty of room there for yourself and a pair of friends to head out and have the time of your lives! This vessel will have everything you need for that, from all the necessary safety gear and navigation electronics to a pair of outriggers & tuna tubes as a livewell for bait storage.

These are prime grounds for sportfishing and angling in general, so expect to encounter the likes of Sailfish, Amberjack, Roosterfish, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Grouper and a number of other species. You can have plenty of success on shorter trips too, so the way you go about it is completely up to you.

Captain Gerald will provide you with all the necessary rods, reels, and tackle for the trip. He’ll also clean your catch after the trip is over, so you can just relax and focus on the fish. Make sure to bring your sunglasses & sunscreen!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day (AM) frm January 2024
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Nov 30
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $622
    Inshore fishing at its finest. You'll be fishing for the likes of Roosterfish, Amberjack, Cubera Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Small Tuna, whatever's biting on the day.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
  • Private trip
    Half Day PM frm January 2024
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Nov 30
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $622
    Inshore fishing at its finest. You'll be fishing for the likes of Roosterfish, Amberjack, Cubera Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Small Tuna, whatever's biting on the day.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
  • Private trip
    Half Day (AM) From December 2024
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Dec 1 - Aug 31
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $680
    Inshore fishing at its finest. You'll be fishing for the likes of Roosterfish, Amberjack, Cubera Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Small Tuna, whatever's biting on the day.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
  • Private trip
    Half Day (PM) From December 2024
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Dec 1 - Aug 31
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $680
    Inshore fishing at its finest. You'll be fishing for the likes of Roosterfish, Amberjack, Cubera Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Small Tuna, whatever's biting on the day
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip from January 2024
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Nov 30
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $735
    This trip is a great alternative if you're looking to spend more time on the water but don't have a whole day to spare. You'll fish the nearshore water for Mahi Mahi, Marlin, Tuna, Amberjack, and plenty more.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip from December 2024
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Dec 1 - Aug 31
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $790
    This trip is a great alternative if you're looking to spend more time on the water but don't have a whole day to spare. You'll fish the nearshore water for Mahi Mahi, Marlin, Tuna, Amberjack, and plenty more.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip from January 2024
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    9 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Nov 30
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $848
    This is your golden ticket for exploring the best this fishery has to offer. You've got plenty of time to fish for Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Amberjack, Grouper, and Snapper until you drop from exhaustion.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Popping
    Trolling
    Spinning
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip from December 2024
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    9 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Dec 1 - Aug 31
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $900
    This is your golden ticket for exploring the best this fishery has to offer. You've got plenty of time to fish for Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Amberjack, Grouper, and Snapper until you drop from exhaustion.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 149 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Appropriate for children
85%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
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Nathanael H.
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Capullo Sportfishing - Must Book!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip frm January 2023 on December 2, 2023
Starting the morning off on the beach getting to meet Roy and Louise brought such a personal touch! Then it was off to the...
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Top day

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip from January 2024 on April 17, 2024
Great communication from the team from the get go including a date change. Everything was easy including captain and deckhand,...
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David S.
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Great trip

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip from January 2024 on August 11, 2024
Caught many tuna and captain did a great job of filleting. We did 3/4 day trip. Captain made our trip fun. Boat was nice and...
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Michael G.
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Awesome Trip!!!

VERIFIED   Half Day (AM) frm January 2024 on May 17, 2024
Capt Gerald was very knowledgeable and took us straight to the fish. It was a hell of a time catching yellow fin tuna and grouper....
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Mac D.
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Great time fishing! Highly recommend Capullo team!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip from January 2024 on May 7, 2024
Had a great time on my solo excursion with Captain Gerald. Put me on multiple sailfish throughout the course of the day. Great...
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FAQs about Capullo Sportfishing/Rainbow Runner

Capullo Sportfishing/Rainbow Runner offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $622 per group - Half Day (AM) frm January 2024 (5 hours)
  • US $622 per group - Half Day PM frm January 2024 (5 hours)
  • US $680 per group - Half Day (AM) From December 2024 (5 hours)
  • US $680 per group - Half Day (PM) From December 2024 (5 hours)
  • US $735 per group - 3/4 Day Trip from January 2024 (7 hours)
  • US $790 per group - 3/4 Day Trip from December 2024 (7 hours)
  • US $848 per group - Full Day Trip from January 2024 (9 hours)
  • US $900 per group - Full Day Trip from December 2024 (9 hours)

When you book a trip with Capullo Sportfishing/Rainbow Runner, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Ice Box
  • Radio

Trips booked with Capullo Sportfishing/Rainbow Runner include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Fishing for live bait is part of the trip and is included in the price.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Any fish that need to be cleaned & filled will be done by the Captain as part of the overall service)
  • Snacks (Granola Bars, fruit, chips)
  • Drinks (Beer, soft drinks & water)
  • Lunch (For 3/4 and full day: sandwiches)

Capullo Sportfishing/Rainbow Runner offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing

Capullo Sportfishing/Rainbow Runner offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Capullo Sportfishing/Rainbow Runner include:
  • Amberjack
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Pompano
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Meet the Charter Operator

Capullo Sportfishing
Tamarindo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
43 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
225 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since August 2014
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
The Capullo Sportfishing team is made up of professionals with decades of experience, who enjoy putting people on fish and making their trip special. Customer satisfaction is something they take very seriously, and the bilingual crew will always go the extra mile to ensure everyone on the trip is having fun.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
Marlin (Black) Black Marlin

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
1974
Restored in
2017
Boat manufacturer
Boston Whaler
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yahama
Powered by
2 x 60HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Outriggers
Tuna Tubes

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Fishing for live bait is part of the trip and is included in the price.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Any fish that need to be cleaned & filled will be done by the Captain as part of the overall service
Snacks
Granola Bars, fruit, chips
Drinks
Beer, soft drinks & water
Lunch
For 3/4 and full day: sandwiches

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 agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
No min. age, life jackets supplied
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal

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