Captain
Simone Passarelli

Member since June 2023 Nicoya, Costa Rica
Background
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.
Techniques
Fly fishing, trolling and vertical jigging

Hey, I'm Captain Simone Passarelli

Nicoya, Costa Rica
Background
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.
Techniques
Fly fishing, trolling and vertical jigging
15
Reviews
11
Fishing Reports
Our Team
Jonathan P.
Captain
Justin V.
First mate

My Charter Listing

Gladiator Sportfishing Samara

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(15 reviews)
Nicoya
Trips from US $550

Fishing Reports

Marlin fishing is on
Marlin fishing is on
May 22, 2025 Nicoya
While many anglers associate Costa Ricaโ€™s dry season with prime fishing, the rainy season (Mayโ€“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 youโ€™re looking to target Marlin in Costa Rica, donโ€™t overlook the rainy seasonโ€”it just might be your best shot at a trophy catch!
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Marlin fishing is on
Marlin fishing is on
May 22, 2025 Nicoya
While many anglers associate Costa Ricaโ€™s dry season with prime fishing, the rainy season (Mayโ€“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 youโ€™re looking to target Marlin in Costa Rica, donโ€™t overlook the rainy seasonโ€”it just might be your best shot at a trophy catch!
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Yellowfin tuna on december 4th offshore
Yellowfin tuna on december 4th offshore
Dec 5, 2024 Nicoya
Great day abord our โ€œromaโ€ chasing yellowfin tuna on popping amd trolling. Lot of fun and csrion for these guys
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Yellowfin tuna on december 4th offshore
Yellowfin tuna on december 4th offshore
Dec 5, 2024 Nicoya
Great day abord our โ€œromaโ€ chasing yellowfin tuna on popping amd trolling. Lot of fun and csrion for these guys
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Yellowfin tuna on december 4th offshore
Yellowfin tuna on december 4th offshore
Dec 5, 2024 Nicoya
Great day abord our โ€œromaโ€ chasing yellowfin tuna on popping amd trolling. Lot of fun and csrion for these guys
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A monster tuna with this guys
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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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 15 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (48)
Great day with Jonathon and Justin.
Great day with Jonathon and Justin.
Great Day Catching!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
93%
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Davide M.
San Josรฉ, Costa Rica
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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January 25, 2024
Amazing day out on the water with te Gladiator Fishing Charterโ€™s crew! We managed to get on some good fishing while jigging...
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Mogens N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Simone

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Offshore on February 27, 2024
Had some nice hours with a great crew. I had a fine Mahi Mahi and saw a lot of wildlife, a manta on the surface, seaturtles...
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Peter C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great crew, caught fish, had fun!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Inshore on February 25, 2024
Booked an inshore trip with my daughter and we both caught several species and had a lot of fun. Great crew! We would charter...
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Arianna B.
San Josรฉ, Costa Rica
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Simone

Half Day Trip โ€“ Offshore on January 16, 2024
Thanks to the Staff!!! We had a fantastic day, a sailfish released and a whale watching ๐Ÿคฉ Super recommended!
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William P.
Good
3.0 / 5
Experience:
Good
3.0 / 5
Boat
Good
3.0 / 5
Crew
Good
3.0 / 5
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December fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Offshore on December 30, 2023
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