Captain
Thomas Carton

Member since August 2014 Jaco, Costa Rica
Background
Captain Tom is the longest-running charter captain in Jaco. He founded the area's very first charter business in 1990 and has been running trips ever since. Captain Tom is dedicated to sustainable fishing, and releases all Roosterfish as well as all Billfish. He loves what he does and he is good at it. With almost 30 years of local experience and a lifetime on the water, Captain Tom is the perfect guide to get you on that fish of your dreams.
Techniques
Master of all!

Hey, I'm Captain Thomas Carton

Jacรณ, Costa Rica
Background
Captain Tom is the longest-running charter captain in Jaco. He founded the area's very first charter business in 1990 and has been running trips ever since. Captain Tom is dedicated to sustainable fishing, and releases all Roosterfish as well as all Billfish. He loves what he does and he is good at it. With almost 30 years of local experience and a lifetime on the water, Captain Tom is the perfect guide to get you on that fish of your dreams.
Techniques
Master of all!

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(58 reviews)
Jacรณ
 2 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
trips from US $1,850

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 58 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (83)
Top notch service
Top notch service
Top notch service
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
96%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
80%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
91%
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Michael H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Top notch service

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip on March 8, 2024
I have taken charters and used guides all over the US and Caribbean.ย  Capt. Tom and his crew were by far the best I have...
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Charles W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on December 29, 2023
Another 5 star trip with Captain Tom and his wonderful crew. 6 Sails and 8 Dorado (including 2 double hookups with my son),...
Charles W. recommends Captain Tomโ€™s Big Game Sportfishing
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Joseph B.
Milton, DE
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Inshore half day

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 22, 2023
Captain Tom and his mate, Juan provided an excellent experience starting at the dock with the hospitality and a laid back atmosphere....
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Don W.
Naples, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full.Day with Captain Tom and his awesome crew.

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on April 30, 2023
Took my father(who turns 85 next month) on Captain Tomโ€™s DreamWorks.ย  Captain Tom and his crew were amazing very professional,...
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Evan G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain Tom and John were great!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on December 13, 2023
Tom knows a ton about the fishing in the area.ย  Fished twice with him. Canโ€™t wait to go again!
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