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
 Last booking: 1 day ago
 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
+80
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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John N.
Tampa, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Thomas

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on June 25, 2023
I did a once in a lifetime trip for sailfish or marlin with Captain Tom.ย  He and his crew were very knowledgeable, great boat,...
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Ace N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Thomas

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on December 20, 2023
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Alastair M.
Miami, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day in Dream Work with Capn Tom

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 10, 2023
Great day out - equipment Captain and crew all in excellent condition!!ย  Very efficient and well organized - hope to go with...
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John M.
San Josรฉ, Costa Rica
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Capt Tom

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on March 31, 2023
We had an excellent experience. Tom and the crew did everything and we caught Marlin and a couple of Tuna, including one massive...
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David C.
Martinsburg, WV
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full day trip with Captain Tom and his crew

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on April 9, 2023
Great experience.ย  Nice boat and very accommodating crew!ย  Enjoyed the day and canโ€™t wait to book again!
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