Captain
Gabriel Garcia

Member since December 2020 Herradura, Costa Rica
Background
I have been a fisherman my entire life. I learned my skills from my grandfather. I especially enjoy fishing for Sailfish, Marlin, and Tuna. I recently got the opportunity to expand my interests and skills for a charter business in Costa Rica. My captain and first mate are masters with outstanding reputations who share my passion for fishing.

Hey, I'm Captain Gabriel Garcia

Herradura, Costa Rica
Background
I have been a fisherman my entire life. I learned my skills from my grandfather. I especially enjoy fishing for Sailfish, Marlin, and Tuna. I recently got the opportunity to expand my interests and skills for a charter business in Costa Rica. My captain and first mate are masters with outstanding reputations who share my passion for fishing.
Our Team
Gabriel G.
Captain
Jose I.
First mate
Bryan M.
First mate

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(227 reviews)
Herradura
 Last booking: 8 hours ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $480

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 227 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (487)
Bucket List Rooster Fishing for the WIN
Bucket List Rooster Fishing for the WIN
Bucket List Rooster Fishing for the WIN
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
88%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
90%
Appropriate for children
87%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
83%
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Jennifer W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Bucket List Rooster Fishing for the WIN

VERIFIED   NEW  Half day inshore trips am on December 5, 2025
Gabriel and Jose were awesome!! We met early on the beach via water taxi for a half day of Inshore Fishing for the elusive...
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Susan A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Lucky day!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half day inshore trips am on November 27, 2025
We got some amazing catches! Gabriel and Jose made it possible for us to catch TWO Roosterfish AND a Needlefish. We also caught...
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Grant B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A 30 year dream come true

VERIFIED   Full day inshore trips on November 2, 2025
I have had a dream for more than thirty years to come to Costa Rica and catch a Rooster fish. I have been fishing for more...
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Pierinna B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Yellowfin Tuna

VERIFIED   Half day offshore pm trips on July 5, 2025
I had an absolutely thrilling experience booking our charter with Captain Gabriel and First Mate Jose! We were determined not...
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Larry M.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

No Rooster on this trip but still had fun.

VERIFIED   Half day inshore trips am on June 28, 2025
A hard day of fishing with not much luck.ย  Was not able to get a Rooster on this trip but was able to catch a few fish later...
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