Captain
Marc Delvaux

Member since January 2019 La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Background
I live in Costa Rica since 1981 and since I was 6 years old, I always loved fishing. Although I studied to become a bookkeeper, I knew an office was not my style and wanted to make my hobby into my job. I started fishing Lake Arenal about 25 years ago and since I like the surroundings, I made it my base to make some money. I am pretty successful in what I do and pretty well-known in the area by my nickname "EL BELGA."
Techniques
I offer spinning and baitcasting Rods and like casting in the early morning and late afternoon and trolling and jigging when it gets to warm and fish go to deeper waters.

Hey, I'm Captain Marc Delvaux

La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Background
I live in Costa Rica since 1981 and since I was 6 years old, I always loved fishing. Although I studied to become a bookkeeper, I knew an office was not my style and wanted to make my hobby into my job. I started fishing Lake Arenal about 25 years ago and since I like the surroundings, I made it my base to make some money. I am pretty successful in what I do and pretty well-known in the area by my nickname "EL BELGA."
Techniques
I offer spinning and baitcasting Rods and like casting in the early morning and late afternoon and trolling and jigging when it gets to warm and fish go to deeper waters.
Our Team
Ervin P.
First mate

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(160 reviews)
La Fortuna
 4 bookings in the past week.
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trips from US $175

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 160 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (215)
Grat day on the water
Grat day on the water
Lake Arenal, in the rain.
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
87%
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Emily P.
Shawnee Hills, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 1, 2023
We had a great experience from the start! We got great communication from Marc, who reached out immediately to confirm our...
Emily P. recommends Fishing Lake Arenal
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Heidi H.
Dallas, Texas
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full day with El Belga

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on September 8, 2023
Even though it rained the whole trip Captain Marc and Mate Irwin took excellent care of us. Checked in with us the day prior...
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Scott C.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Lake to yourself

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 22, 2023
Fishing Lake Arenal with Captain Marc was like owning a private Lake. We were the only boat in sight fishing on this...
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Ellen D.
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Good day out fishing

VERIFIED   NEW  Volcano/Sunset Tour on April 12, 2024
Amazing location for a fishing trip. Captain Marc was very helpful with our transportation. The trip is probably best suited...
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Michael S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Guapote!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on December 27, 2023
Captain Marc is a good man and is a gracious and smart guide. He works hard to help you catch fish. The lake is beautiful....
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