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
(238 reviews)
Herradura
 7 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $480

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 238 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (524)
Amazing fishing Adventure
Amazing fishing Adventure
December fishing trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
89%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
87%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
84%
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Monique P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Pompano Perfection

VERIFIED   NEW  Half day inshore pm on December 21, 2025
Captain Gabriel was quick to respond.ย  He helped my elderly father get on and off the water taxi and boat.ย  There was...
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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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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
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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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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   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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