Captain
Thomas Jones

Member since May 2019 Paquera, Costa Rica
Background
I am a marine biologist from the University of Norway with a Masters degree in Sharks. I have always loved fishing since I was young. We had a boat on the fjord and I would go out as much as possible. In fact, I was inspired by Hooper in "Jaws" to become a marine biologist. I just feel relaxed on the water and am fascinated by marine life. In 2006 I bought a boat and started charters on the Oslofjord. In 2007 I moved to Costa Rica and my wife and I started Bahia Rica Adventures. We now have 3 boats and run fishing tours as well as other water-based tours.
Techniques
I personally love top water action. Casting poppers and stick baits is the best way to see a fish attack an artificial. Jigging is also super fun. We use any technique that the client wants to use: livebait, deadbait, bottom fishing, trolling artificials, trolling deadbaits, popping, jigging or fly fishing

Hey, I'm Captain Thomas Jones

Paquera, Costa Rica
Background
I am a marine biologist from the University of Norway with a Masters degree in Sharks. I have always loved fishing since I was young. We had a boat on the fjord and I would go out as much as possible. In fact, I was inspired by Hooper in "Jaws" to become a marine biologist. I just feel relaxed on the water and am fascinated by marine life. In 2006 I bought a boat and started charters on the Oslofjord. In 2007 I moved to Costa Rica and my wife and I started Bahia Rica Adventures. We now have 3 boats and run fishing tours as well as other water-based tours.
Techniques
I personally love top water action. Casting poppers and stick baits is the best way to see a fish attack an artificial. Jigging is also super fun. We use any technique that the client wants to use: livebait, deadbait, bottom fishing, trolling artificials, trolling deadbaits, popping, jigging or fly fishing

My Charter Listings

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(39 reviews)
Paquera
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Trips from US $550
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4.8 / 5
(4 reviews)
Paquera
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Trips from US $650

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 43 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (164)
Capt. Thomas was great.
Capt. Thomas was great.
Capt. Thomas was great.
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Angler rating
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
81%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
98%
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Brian L.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Good trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 1, 2025
Captain Thomas and driver Christian were excellent and I would schedule another trip with Bahia Rica.
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Christopher M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Thomas

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 26, 2025
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Martin A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

I would recommend Captain Thomas and his crew to anyone. Best trip every!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on January 22, 2025
We caught several species of fish including a yellowfin tuna.ย  Service all around was great.
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Scott T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Outstanding Fishing and Captain!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on February 6, 2024
Captain Thomas and Christian were phenomenal! Very knowledgeable and when plans A, B and C didnโ€™t quite produce, we didnโ€™t...
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James G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Sailfish and tuna!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on January 24, 2024
We had planned on a day of rooster fishing.ย  The captain sent a message the day before saying the bite offshore was a much...
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