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

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(227 reviews)
Playa Hermosa
 3 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $400
Excellent
4.3 / 5
(3 reviews)
Playa Hermosa
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $625

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 230 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (1165)
Fish!
Fish!
Hooked my dream Marlin (approx 400lbs)
+1162
Angler rating
199
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Anglers claimed
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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Isaiah N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 4, 2025
Went for a half day trip, and ended up catching a Tuna and a Jack Fish. We were able to see dolphins and sea turtles as well!...
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Dreydan R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Good time

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on January 3, 2025
Had a good trip out on a solo trip caught probably 10 fish total none of the big sportfish were biting, but that’s fishing....
Dreydan R. recommends Capitan Mendez Fishing Charters – Cabo Luis
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Maryse L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

The Capitaine and his helper was fantastic, we had a wonderful morning.

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 16, 2025
The Capitaine and helper’s were fantastic, they work hard to give us a great time. Many small attentions that do the difference...
Maryse L. recommends Capitan Mendez Fishing Charters – Cabo Luis
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Luis B.
San José, Costa Rica
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

The best

Full Day Trip on July 17, 2025
The boat is perfect, and the captain made our experience unforgettable. He found the best fishing spots and beautiful locations....
Luis B. recommends Capitan Mendez Fishing Charters – Fran Just
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Garrett L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Got the fish I wanted

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 3, 2025
Never caught a sailfish and we landed a nice one!! Also caught a tuna which we brought back to Andaz and they cooked for us....
Garrett L. recommends Capitan Mendez Fishing Charters – Cabo Luis
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