Charter Operator
Amberjack Tours

Member since October 2023 Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica
Background
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
Techniques
We offer offshore (deep sea) and inshore private charter options. We often travel out 40+ miles during offshore charters to get you where you have the best chances of catching the giant sailfish, marlin, and tuna. All billfish species are sustainably fished and safely released back into the sea. Inshore fishing can be combine various styles including trolling, casting and bottom fishing. We love to take clients rooster fishing during our inshore charter trips.

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Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica
Background
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
Techniques
We offer offshore (deep sea) and inshore private charter options. We often travel out 40+ miles during offshore charters to get you where you have the best chances of catching the giant sailfish, marlin, and tuna. All billfish species are sustainably fished and safely released back into the sea. Inshore fishing can be combine various styles including trolling, casting and bottom fishing. We love to take clients rooster fishing during our inshore charter trips.
Our Team
Julio C.
Captain
Amber Lynn M.
Business partner
Carlos Alberto G.
Captain
Denis G.
First mate
Brandon G.
First mate

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 59 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
85%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
98%
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Gannon B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Epic Costa Rican Offshore Trip

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day- Offshore or Inshore on August 5, 2026
My two boys and I had an epic ยพ day offshore charter with Amberjack.ย  Captain Carlos and First Mate Denis worked hard as...
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Jake W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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One if a kind experience!

VERIFIED   Full Day -Offshore or Inshore on May 27, 2026
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...
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Austin A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Perfect Family Fishing Trip with a Bucket List Catch

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Inshore (AM) on March 20, 2026
This fishing charter with Skipjack by Amberjack Sport Fishing was an absolute highlight of our trip and one we will not forget. We...
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Victor De La Torre
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing Day!!!!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day- Offshore or Inshore on March 9, 2026
Hi, I highly recommend this Crew and boat. Everything was amazing from the start. The crew communicated and answered all my...
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Michael J.
Excellent
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Great Trip, Crew, Boat

VERIFIED   Full Day -Offshore or Inshore on June 14, 2026
Had a great full day off shore trip. Caught Sailfish, Mahi, Snapper, Grouper, Amberjack, and several others.ย  Captain...
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