Captain
Juan Carlos Méndez Gutierrez

Member since October 2019 Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
Background
Captain Juan Carlos has been fishing all his life. First, he started as a commercial fishing captain, then he was the captain of a yacht. After a hurricane, he started with his own business, 3 years ago. Born and raised in Playa del Coco, he knows all the good spots in the area and he can easily track the fish, wherever they go.
Techniques
We have many techniques to fish but it would be better to experience the new techniques with you. thanks

Hey, I'm Captain Juan Carlos Méndez Gutierrez

Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
Background
Captain Juan Carlos has been fishing all his life. First, he started as a commercial fishing captain, then he was the captain of a yacht. After a hurricane, he started with his own business, 3 years ago. Born and raised in Playa del Coco, he knows all the good spots in the area and he can easily track the fish, wherever they go.
Techniques
We have many techniques to fish but it would be better to experience the new techniques with you. thanks
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Capitan Mendez Fishing Charters – Cabo Luis

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(223 reviews)
Playa Hermosa
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Capitan Mendez Fishing Charters – Fran Just

Excellent
4.3 / 5
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Playa Hermosa
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Trips from US $625

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 226 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Clearly the best in Playa Hermosa
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Angler rating
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Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
93%
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John C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Easy Choice

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 11, 2025
Juan Carlos and Axel were brilliant. Was on fish all day and they handled billfish no problem.
John C. recommends Capitan Mendez Fishing Charters – Cabo Luis
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Rahil V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great 1/2 day - many snapper and grouper

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 13, 2025
Captain is very experienced and knows how to search for fish. Be patient and he will find great spots!
Rahil V. recommends Capitan Mendez Fishing Charters – Cabo Luis
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Benjamin B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

GREAT EXPERIENCE!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on June 9, 2025
We had amazing sashimi right there on the boat from our fresh catch!
Benjamin B. recommends Capitan Mendez Fishing Charters – Cabo Luis
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Lonnie L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain Mendez and crew were great!!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on March 28, 2025
Kid and family friendly!  Highly recommend!  We will book again!
Lonnie L. recommends Capitan Mendez Fishing Charters – Cabo Luis
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Mark S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Day on the Water!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on February 11, 2025
Caught our first rooster 15 minutes after dropping lines. Juan Carlos and his mate did everything to help us catch fish! Caught...
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