Amberjack Tours
Charter operator

Amberjack Tours

Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica
50+ reviews
We are a locally-owned and operated sportfishing and ocean tours company located in Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica. We are not only passionate about sharing the beauty and excitement of our coastal paradise but also deeply rooted in a legacy of serious fishFishing is not a sport, it's a lifestyle. Our captain 'Carlos' is a highly experiences fishing captain on the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica as well as an experienced tournament fisherman. He is known as one of the premier captains of Guanacaste and is sure to put you on the fish. We are a locally-owned and operated sportfishing and ocean tours company located in Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica. We are not only passionate about sharing the beauty and excitement of our coastal paradise but also deeply rooted in a legacy of serious fishermen and women. The 'Amber' in Amberjack is co-owner/founder of the business. The Amberjack company is a union of dreams: Owning a sportfishing charter boat & running a company that creates jobs for local people using sustainable fishing mwthods and leaving a positive impact on the environment and community. Julio is a partner in the business. Also a licensed Captain, Julio is the master creator of the 'magic' our clients experience at Amberjack Tours on each private charter. He has more than 15 years of experience as a sport fisherman and working at sea, and more than 20 years working in the Costa Rican tourism industry. Julio most enjoys creating unforgettable encounters between clients and the sea
Julio C.
Julio C.
Captain
Amber Lynn M.
Amber Lynn M.
Business partner
Carlos Alberto G.
Carlos Alberto G.
Captain
Denis G.
Denis G.
First mate
Brandon G.
Brandon G.
First mate

Charters

Rating

4.9
61 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

96%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
85%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish

All reviews (61)

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  • John Geddes
    John Geddes
    Repeat angler
    ca
    Ontario, Canada
    Member since 2023
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    sailfish dream come true

    Full Day Trip-Offshore or Inshore5 adults

    It’s been a long time personal dream to try to catch sailfish and we decided to make a family trip to Costa Rica and booked a couple days fishing while we were there. conditions were tough due to El Niño, super dry, hot and windy , but the captain Julio and first mate Brandon worked really hard to catch fish. Ended up catching four sailfish in all, my son also caught a tuna, and we caught a few other fish such as grouper and snapper. The crew really did a great job and pretty much did everything that we asked for. I’ve been on many different charters and this was by far the most full service one I have been on! Definitely recommend, excellent overall.

    Reported catch:
    Sailfish
    Red Grouper
    Response from Charter operator

    John, thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled that Captain Julio and Brandon were able to help make your longtime dream of catching a sailfish come true—and four sailfish makes it even better! Despite the challenging conditions, they worked hard to give your family a great day on the water. Adding your son’s tuna plus some grouper and snapper sounds like a fantastic couple of days of fishing. We especially appreciate your comments about our full-service experience, as taking great care of our guests is incredibly important to us. Thank you for choosing Amberjack Sportfishing and for recommending us. We hope to fish with you and your family again in Costa Rica!. Until we meet again - tight lines and pura vida.

  • G Baird
    G Baird
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Epic Costa Rican Offshore Trip

    3/4 Day- Offshore or Inshore3 adults1 child

    My two boys and I had an epic ¾ day offshore charter with Amberjack. Captain Carlos and First Mate Denis worked hard as a team to deliver a great experience. I told them I wanted to target Sailfish and Mahi and they delivered! We landed our first of three sailfish in less than 30 minutes after they deployed the trolling gear. Then it was on to mahi and we hooked one up quickly. Then we switched gear and hauled in 15 plus grouper plus a couple of tilefish. The crew also took good care of us with plenty of drinks, snacks and some tasty shredded beef burritos. My older son was feeling under the weather from food poisoning the day before and the crew did their best to keep him comfortable as well. The boat was well equipped with quality gear, a large sunshade, clean toilet and comfortable cabin. In summary, we had a great time and would heartily recommend this outfitter to others.

    Reported catch:
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Sailfish
    Red Grouper
  • Jake Wittnebert
    Jake Wittnebert
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2020
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    One if a kind experience!

    Full Day -Offshore or Inshore6 adults1 child

    My family of 6 decided to fish with the Amberjack for our trip to Costa Rica based on all of the solid reviews. Capt Carlos and First Mate Dennis were amazing! the boat was extremely comfortable and the gear was top of the line Penn and Shimanos! Capt Carlos and First Mate Dennis worked hard for us all day and ran far to get us to the fish! We landed 3 beautiful sailfish, had several more bites and finished the day catching groupers and tile fish to eat. 3 drops and we had all the fish we wanted to eat! First mate Dennis made us lunch on the boat as well as fresh fruit, chips and salsa for snacks! they had plenty of cold drinks for us including water, a variety of fruit juices, a variety of soft drinks, and of course cold beer! Wonderful fishing with theses guys! will definitely fish with them again next time we come down here! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

    Reported catch:
    Sailfish
    Response from Charter operator

    Here’s a concise, professional reply: Thank you, Jake! It was a pleasure having you and your family aboard. We’re thrilled that Captain Carlos and Dennis were able to put you on multiple sailfish and finish the day with some delicious grouper and tilefish for dinner. We truly appreciate your kind words about the crew, boat, gear, and onboard hospitality. Thank you for choosing Amberjack, and we look forward to fishing with you again on your next trip to Costa Rica!

  • Michael Johnston
    Michael Johnston
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2022
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip, Crew, Boat

    Full Day -Offshore or Inshore4 adults

    Had a great full day off shore trip. Caught Sailfish, Mahi, Snapper, Grouper, Amberjack, and several others. Captain and crew were very friendly, helpful, and flexible with what we were hoping to do. Boat was very nice with good shade, good indoor cover if rain, good toilet,…. Lunch, snacks, and drinks way better than you would ever expect on a fishing charter (very nice). All spoke english and easy to communicate with. Amber is great to deal with when booking. Repeat customers with this boat, and will repeat again.

    Response from Charter operator

    Michael, It was a pleasure to welcome you back aboard for the THIRD TIME at Amberjack Sportfishing! So thrilled to hear that we delivered another 5 Stars experience for you and your family. We can’t wait to see you again on your next trip ro Playa Flamingo. Tight Lines!

  • Kyle Tryon
    Kyle Tryon
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Does not get better

    Full Day -Offshore or Inshore2 adults

    Captain and Crew are the best I have ever seen. We were asked what fish we wanted to target and for two days that’s exactly what we caught. The mates work exceptionally hard! For two days I never seen a bait trolled imperfect for more than 10 seconds before it was changed.Besides fishing their hospitality was second to none, always making snacks are grabbing drinks for us. They really really go above and beyond. If you’re looking to catch fish and be in company of the friendliest group of guys there are this is the charter for you.

    Reported catch:
    Sailfish
    Response from Charter operator

    Kyle, thank you for the amazing review! Our cruise works so hard to give clients like you amazing experiences on the ocean. I hope we have the opportunity to welcome you. Back on the boat again one day For Another. Epic fishing experience..

Real catches shared by our community

  • Skipjack by Amberjack Sport Fishing
    Skipjack by Amberjack Sport FishingPlaya Flamingo, GU
    sailfish dream come true
    John G.
    John G.
  • Amberjack by Amberjack Sportfishing
    Amberjack by Amberjack SportfishingPlaya Flamingo, GU
    Epic Costa Rican Offshore Trip
    G B.
    G B.
  • Amberjack by Amberjack Sportfishing
    Amberjack by Amberjack SportfishingPlaya Flamingo, GU
    Massive
    Benjamin N.
    Benjamin N.
  • Amberjack by Amberjack Sportfishing
    Amberjack by Amberjack SportfishingPlaya Flamingo, GU
    Great adventure!
    Natalie T.
    Natalie T.
  • Amberjack by Amberjack Sportfishing
    Amberjack by Amberjack SportfishingPlaya Flamingo, GU
    Best Fathers Day Ever
    Joseph D.
    Joseph D.
  • Amberjack by Amberjack Sportfishing
    Amberjack by Amberjack SportfishingPlaya Flamingo, GU
    Epic Trip!!!
    Wes D.
    Wes D.
  • Amberjack by Amberjack Sportfishing
    Amberjack by Amberjack SportfishingPlaya Flamingo, GU
    One of the best days ever!
    Joseph S.
    Joseph S.
  • Amberjack by Amberjack Sportfishing
    Amberjack by Amberjack SportfishingPlaya Flamingo, GU
    Does not get better
    Kyle T.
    Kyle T.
  • Amberjack by Amberjack Sportfishing
    Amberjack by Amberjack SportfishingPlaya Flamingo, GU
    3/4 day - fishing & snorkel
    Bentley H.
    Bentley H.
  • Amberjack by Amberjack Sportfishing
    Amberjack by Amberjack SportfishingPlaya Flamingo, GU
    One if a kind experience!
    Jake W.
    Jake W.

Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with Amberjack by Amberjack Sportfishing in Playa Flamingo

The rains are at their heaviest in September, taking the humidity through the roof. Escape offshore to get some air or jump in the water after battling Snook and Roosterfish inshore.

Top catches for September