Simone Passarelli
Kaptein

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.
Kapteinen
Justin V.
Justin V.
Styrmann

Chartere

Vurdering

4.9
27 anmeldelser
4.8
Båt & utstyr
4.9
Kaptein og mannskap
4.9
Fiskeopplevelse

Alle anmeldelser (27)

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  • Tasha Hughes
    Tasha Hughes
    us
    California, USA
    Medlem siden 2026
    5.0
    Verifisert

    so many fish

    Fiske & Delfinsafari • 4 voksne • 2 barn

    we had an incredible experience - caught five huge fish (i have never fished before, so i may have been easy to please). we went way out, among true local fisherman, which was cool to see lots of approaches to fishing. then the crew got wind of a whale in the area, so we tracked this incredible whale pair, seeing sevetal sea turtles along the way. and then they offered to let us swim “at the island” and we couldn”t turn that down. pura vida day!

    Rapportert fangst:
    Snapper (Rød)
    Svar fra kaptein

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

    Smart Captain!

    Fiske & Delfinsafari • 2 voksne

    We left shore at 7:30 AM; after an hour of travel in somewhat choppy surf, we arrived at the reef for bottom fishing. Several other boats were already on the reef but our Captain chose not to join the crowd. Selecting other more less-pressured areas of the reef, we quickly landed a huge snapper. After 3 hours we had eight whoppers! The guys were attentive to our needs and did a great job. Highly recommend these folks!

    Rapportert fangst:
    Snapper (Rød)
    Svar fra kaptein

    Hi George, thank you so much for the review! We're thrilled the Captain's strategy paid off with those eight big snappers. It was a pleasure having you on board with Gladiator Sportfishing Samara, and we hope to see you back on the water soon! 🎣

  • Shawn Johnson
    Shawn Johnson
    Gjentakende fisker
    us
    Florida, USA
    Medlem siden 2023
    2 turer
    5.0
    Verifisert

    Fish in the Boat!

    Heldagstur – Havfiske • 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 kaptein

    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! 🎣🌴

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

    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!

    Rapportert fangst:
    Snapper (Cubera)
    Svar fra kaptein

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

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

    Best fishing trip in years and I’ve done many

    3/4 dagstur - Havfiske • 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 kaptein

    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

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  • Gladiator Sportfishing Samara (Acuarelas)
    Gladiator Sportfishing Samara (Acuarelas)Nicoya, GU
    so many fish
    Tasha H.
    Tasha H.
  • Gladiator Sportfishing Samara
    Gladiator Sportfishing SamaraNicoya, GU
    Fish in the Boat!
    Shawn J.
    Shawn J.
  • Gladiator Sportfishing Samara
    Gladiator Sportfishing SamaraNicoya, GU
    Best day of fishing
    Morgan B.
    Morgan B.
  • Gladiator Sportfishing Samara
    Gladiator Sportfishing SamaraNicoya, GU
    Fishing with Simone
    Alex S.
    Alex S.
  • Gladiator Sportfishing Samara
    Gladiator Sportfishing SamaraNicoya, GU
    Best fishing trip in years and I’ve done many
    Dave L.
    Dave L.
  • Gladiator Sportfishing Samara
    Gladiator Sportfishing SamaraNicoya, GU
    good trip nice crew
    Alex D.
    Alex D.
  • Gladiator Sportfishing Samara
    Gladiator Sportfishing SamaraNicoya, GU
    Easy pick up.. crew worked hard to catch fish!
    Jay W.
    Jay W.
  • Gladiator Sportfishing Samara
    Gladiator Sportfishing SamaraNicoya, GU
    Fishing with Simone
    Dj C.
    Dj C.
  • Gladiator Sportfishing Samara
    Gladiator Sportfishing SamaraNicoya, GU
    Great day with Jonathon and Justin.
    Nick F.
    Nick F.
  • Gladiator Sportfishing Samara
    Gladiator Sportfishing SamaraNicoya, GU
    Great Day Catching!
    Liz F.
    Liz F.

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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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Great day with Scott

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