Charter Operator
Papi Chulo Sportfishing

Member since May 2019 Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica
Background
Fish with the crew that has been trained and fishing for over 20 years. Captain Hansel (charter operator) will meet and greet You. He loves to fish and loves sharing his knowledge and experience with his clients. One of his main goals on each trip is for you to discover the incredible fishing opportunities in Costa Rica.

Hey, we're Papi Chulo Sportfishing

Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica
Background
Fish with the crew that has been trained and fishing for over 20 years. Captain Hansel (charter operator) will meet and greet You. He loves to fish and loves sharing his knowledge and experience with his clients. One of his main goals on each trip is for you to discover the incredible fishing opportunities in Costa Rica.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(74 reviews)
Playa Flamingo
 2 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $890

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 74 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (132)
Great Crew, Mate works really hard
Great Time Good Crew
Great Time Good Crew
+129
Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
87%
Satisfied with the boat
94%
Caught fish
92%
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Jamil B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on January 4, 2025
Did the morning charter.ย  The Papa Chul was perfect for 3 adults and one 4 year old.ย  Caught fish with is 45 minutes trolling.ย ...
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John R.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Great Crew, Mate works really hard

VERIFIED   NEW  ยพ day Offshore on December 21, 2025
Mate and captain worked hard to get us on fish, came up short after 6 hours with one sailfish.
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Arnaud M.
Good
3.0 / 5
Experience:
Good
3.0 / 5
Boat
Good
3.0 / 5
Crew
Good
3.0 / 5
Overall

Not very good..

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on November 23, 2025
Not super happy with our half day trip. My previous messages were not directly to the captain, and everything mentioned ahead...
Arnaud M. does not recommend Papi Chulo Sportfishing
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Jose A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Perfect Day Fishing!

VERIFIED   ยพ day on March 6, 2024
My buddies and I were in Costa Rica for a company trip and decided to knock fishing in Costa Rica off the list, and let me...
Jose A. recommends Papi Chulo Sportfishing
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Anthony P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with George

VERIFIED   ยพ day on August 15, 2023
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