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Simone Passarelli
Kaptajn

Simone Passarelli

Nicoya, Costa Rica
25+ anmeldelser
Have you always dreamed of sportfishing in Costa Rica? We are located in Playa Samara with decades of experience in this excellent area for inshore and deep water. Our spots are not far away from our base; this makes our displacement to the spot short and allows us to take full advantage of the time on the boat. English, Spanish, and Italian spoken.
Jonathan P.
Jonathan P.
Kaptajn
Justin V.
Justin V.
Styrmand

Charters

Bedømmelse

4.9
27 anmeldelser
4.8
Båd & udstyr
4.9
Kaptajn & besætning
4.9
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Alle anmeldelser (27)

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  • Tasha Hughes
    Tasha Hughes
    us
    Californien, USA
    Medlem siden 2026
    5.0
    Verificeret

    så mange fisk

    Fiskeri & Delfin Watching • 4 voksne • 2 børn

    vi havde en utrolig oplevelse - fangede fem kæmpe fisk (jeg har aldrig fisket før, så jeg var måske nem at gøre tilfreds). vi sejlede langt ud, blandt rigtige lokale fiskere, hvilket var fedt at se mange forskellige tilgange til fiskeri. så fik besætningen nys om en hval i området, så vi fulgte dette utrolige hvalpar og så flere havskildpadder undervejs. og så tilbød de os at svømme "ved øen", og det kunne vi ikke sige nej til. pura vida dag!

    Oversat af AI:
    Indberettet fangst:
    Rød snapper
    Svar fra kaptajnen

  • George Thomas
    George Thomas
    us
    Tennessee, USA
    Medlem siden 2025
    4.7
    Verificeret

    Klog kaptajn!

    Fiskeri & Delfin Watching • 2 voksne

    Vi forlod kysten kl. 7:30 om morgenen; efter en times sejlads i ret oprørt hav ankom vi til revet for bundfiskeri. Flere andre både lå allerede på revet, men vores kaptajn valgte ikke at slutte sig til mængden. Ved at vælge andre, mindre befærdede områder af revet landede vi hurtigt en kæmpe snapper. Efter 3 timer havde vi otte kæmpeeksemplarer! Folkene var opmærksomme på vores behov og gjorde et fantastisk stykke arbejde. Kan varmt anbefale disse folk!

    Oversat af AI:
    Indberettet fangst:
    Rød snapper
    Svar fra kaptajnen

    Hej George, mange tak for anmeldelsen! Vi er begejstrede for, at kaptajnens strategi betalte sig med de otte store snappere. Det var en fornøjelse at have dig om bord hos Gladiator Sportfishing Samara, og vi håber at se dig tilbage på vandet snart! 🎣

  • Shawn Johnson
    Shawn Johnson
    Tilbagevendende lystfisker
    us
    Florida, USA
    Medlem siden 2023
    2 ture
    5.0
    Verificeret

    Fish in the Boat!

    Heldagstur – Offshore • 4 voksne

    Great team - very helpful and accommodating. Everyone was able to land some fish, recommend if you are in the area & have that need for tight lines!

    Svar fra kaptajnen

    Thank you so much, Shawn! It was a pleasure having you on board with us. We’re thrilled everyone got into some fish and had a great time! Thanks for your kind words and recommendation—we truly appreciate your support. We hope to welcome you back to Costa Rica for another adventure soon. Tight lines! 🎣🌴

  • Dave Lewars
    Dave Lewars
    ca
    Ontario, Canada
    Medlem siden 2026
    5.0
    Verificeret

    Best fishing trip in years and I’ve done many

    Trekvart dagstur - Offshore • 1 voksen

    Met with Captain Simone (boat owner) as scheduled and he explained a few things - Jonathan and Justin - the actual fishing trip captain and first mate were absolutely awesome - extremely friendly and very knowledgeable - overall a solid 5 Star rating - go for the extended trip - ll’s well worth it!!!!!

    Svar fra kaptajnen

    Thank you so much for this amazing review! It was a real pleasure meeting you and having you on board. I truly appreciate your kind words about Jonathan and Justin — they are an outstanding captain and first mate, and I’m very proud to work with such a knowledgeable and passionate crew. We’re really happy to hear that this was one of your best fishing trips in years, and that you enjoyed the extended trip as well. Your recommendation means a lot to us. Hope to fish together again soon here in Costa Rica! Tight lines 🎣 Simone, Gladiator Sportfishing

  • Morgan Beatty
    Morgan Beatty
    us
    New Mexico, USA
    Medlem siden 2026
    5.0
    Verificeret

    Best day of fishing

    inshore afternoon trip • 2 voksne

    Joseph and Justin nailed our day out today! Caught 6 fish in 45 minutes and couldn’t be happier with our crew! 10/10 would recommend!

    Indberettet fangst:
    Cubera-snapper
    Svar fra kaptajnen

    guys was a pleasure having you on board, thank you very much to share your review!

Rigtige fangster delt af vores fællesskab

  • Gladiator Sportfishing Samara (Acuarelas)
    Gladiator Sportfishing Samara (Acuarelas)Nicoya, Guanacaste
    Angler proudly displaying multiple Red Snapper while aboard a fishing boat in clear blue waters.
    Fish 1
    Rød snapper
    Tasha H.
    Tasha H.
    vi havde en utrolig oplevelse - fangede fem kæmpe fisk (jeg har aldrig fisket før, så jeg var måske nem at gøre tilfreds). vi sejlede langt ud, blandt rigtige lokale fiskere, hvilket var fedt at se mange forskellige tilgange til fiskeri. så fik besætningen nys om en hval i området, så vi fulgte dette utrolige hvalpar og så flere havskildpadder undervejs. og så tilbød de os at svømme "ved øen", og det kunne vi ikke sige nej til. pura vida dag!
  • Gladiator Sportfishing Samara
    Gladiator Sportfishing SamaraNicoya, Guanacaste
    Adult angler holding a large tuna aboard a center-console fishing boat offshore.
    Fish 1
    Gulfinnet tun
    Shawn J.
    Shawn J.
    Great team - very helpful and accommodating. Everyone was able to land some fish, recommend if you are in the area & have that need for tight lines!
  • Gladiator Sportfishing Samara
    Gladiator Sportfishing SamaraNicoya, Guanacaste
    Angler proudly displaying a large fish while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Bonaci-havaborre
    Morgan B.
    Morgan B.
    Joseph and Justin nailed our day out today! Caught 6 fish in 45 minutes and couldn’t be happier with our crew! 10/10 would recommend!
  • Gladiator Sportfishing Samara
    Gladiator Sportfishing SamaraNicoya, Guanacaste
    Angler proudly displaying a large Roosterfish while fishing in a scenic coastal area.
    Fish 1
    Bonaci-havaborre
    Alex S.
    Alex S.
  • Gladiator Sportfishing Samara
    Gladiator Sportfishing SamaraNicoya, Guanacaste
    Two anglers proudly displaying a large Yellowfin Tuna while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Gulfinnet tun
    Dave L.
    Dave L.
    Met with Captain Simone (boat owner) as scheduled and he explained a few things - Jonathan and Justin - the actual fishing trip captain and first mate were absolutely awesome - extremely friendly and very knowledgeable - overall a solid 5 Star rating - go for the extended trip - ll’s well worth it!!!!!
  • Gladiator Sportfishing Samara
    Gladiator Sportfishing SamaraNicoya, Guanacaste
    A young angler proudly displaying a Spanish Mackerel while fishing with a family member on a sunny day at sea.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Plettet kongemakrel
    Alex D.
    Alex D.
    Had fun 1/2 day trip with kids.
  • Gladiator Sportfishing Samara
    Gladiator Sportfishing SamaraNicoya, Guanacaste
    An angler proudly displaying a vibrant Mahi Mahi while aboard a fishing boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Guldmakrel
    Jay W.
    Jay W.
    It was a great time!
  • Gladiator Sportfishing Samara
    Gladiator Sportfishing SamaraNicoya, Guanacaste
    Angler actively reeling in a large fish while fishing on a sportfishing boat in open water, showcasing the excitement of deep-sea fishing.
    Fish 1
    Stillehavssejlfisk
    Dj C.
    Dj C.
    Booked this charter to catch a lot of different species of fish on my bucket list, I guess the fishing is slow in summer months of July and August so we just caught 1 sailfish in 8 hours. We did see whales and sea turtles.
  • Gladiator Sportfishing Samara
    Gladiator Sportfishing SamaraNicoya, Guanacaste
    A fish leaps out of the water, creating a splash during an exciting fishing adventure on open waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Stillehavssejlfisk
    Today was an amazing day out on the water here in Sámara! We focused on bottom fishing, using both jigging techniques and natural bait, and the results did not disappoint. Our guests enjoyed steady action with plenty of beautiful groupers coming aboard — always a thrill to catch and a great reward for patience and skill. The jigging rods stayed busy, and the smiles on board said it all! The highlight of the day was hooking into not one, but two Thresher Sharks! These powerful fish gave us an incredible fight and put the whole crew to the test. Unfortunately, both managed to break the line after some epic battles — but that’s the beauty of fishing, you never know what’s going to happen next. Overall, it was a fantastic day filled with excitement, great company, and plenty of fish. We can’t wait to get back out there!
  • Gladiator Sportfishing Samara
    Gladiator Sportfishing SamaraNicoya, Guanacaste
    A shark is seen swimming in the clear blue waters, showcasing the thrill of deep-sea fishing.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Rævehaj
    Nick F.
    Nick F.
    Fun times with the crew of the gladiator. Didn't get bites trawling, but went to some deep rocks to try for some grouper and hooked some small fish which a mako shark ate so we ended up hooking the mako. Crazy fight and we got it upto side of boat, took some pics and let it go. Great experience.

Fiskerapporter

A fish leaps out of the water, creating a splash during an exciting fishing adventure on open waters.

Exciting Bottom Fishing Action in Sámara

Jun 25, 2025 • Nicoya
Today was an amazing day out on the water here in Sámara! We focused on bottom fishing, using both jigging techniques and natural bait, and the results did not disappoint. Our guests enjoyed steady action with plenty of beautiful groupers coming aboard — always a thrill to catch and a great reward for patience and skill. The jigging rods stayed busy, and the smiles on board said it all! The highlight of the day was hooking into not one, but two Thresher Sharks! These powerful fish gave us an incredible fight and put the whole crew to the test. Unfortunately, both managed to break the line after some epic battles — but that’s the beauty of fishing, you never know what’s going to happen next. Overall, it was a fantastic day filled with excitement, great company, and plenty of fish. We can’t wait to get back out there!
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A fishing rod captures the action of a fish jumping out of the water during an offshore fishing trip.

Marlin fishing is on

May 22, 2025 • Nicoya
While many anglers associate Costa Rica’s dry season with prime fishing, the rainy season (May–November) offers some of the best opportunities for Marlin fishing, especially along the Pacific coast. During these months, the waters come alive with bait, drawing in large predators like Blue and Striped Marlin. Afternoon showers help cool the surface temperatures, creating ideal conditions for deep sea action. Fewer boats on the water also mean less pressure and more rewarding encounters. If you’re looking to target Marlin in Costa Rica, don’t overlook the rainy season—it just might be your best shot at a trophy catch!
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Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Yellowfin Tuna while out on a sport fishing trip.

Yellowfin tuna on december 4th offshore

Dec 5, 2024 • Nicoya
Great day abord our “roma” chasing yellowfin tuna on popping amd trolling. Lot of fun and csrion for these guys
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Group of anglers celebrating a successful catch of a large Yellowfin Tuna aboard a fishing boat, showcasing the excitement of deep-sea fishing.

A monster tuna with this guys

Aug 4, 2024 • Nicoya
We got this giant on popper yesterday, 1,5hr fight for these guys
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Three young anglers proudly displaying their catch of Yellowfin Tuna aboard a fishing boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.

Half day offshore, yelowfin tuna on fire

Jul 15, 2024 • Nicoya
Popping and fly fishing for tunas
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Adult angler proudly holding a large trevally-style fish aboard a center-console boat in tropical coastal waters.

Great day with Scott

Dec 13, 2023 • Nicoya
A great half day inshore with Scott and his Wife
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