Chasing Bills, half day Victories, and a

Julho 22, 2026 Playa Herradura 6 fotos
Amberjack
Seríola
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dourado-do-mar
Snapper (Red)
Pargo-vermelho
Shark (Tiger)
Tubarão-tigre

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The day began under a dark, threatening sky, with heavy storm clouds hinting that nature might cut our journey short. But as the morning progressed, the weather eased up, clearing the path for an unforgettable full-day offshore charter. Our mission for the day was clear: target elite billfish (sailfish) and give our guest and his wife the trip of a lifetime as they celebrated her upcoming retirement. The morning action started strong along the offshore current lines, where we hooked into a series of energetic Mahi-Mahi (Dorados) that put on a great show. We raised a magnificent Sailfish short behind the teasers and had an intense strike, but after a quick battle, he managed to throw the hook—the classic adrenaline of billfishing! Noticing our guests wanted to secure fresh dinner, Captain Jorge “Pollo” executed a tactical pivot to inshore bottom fishing. The move was an absolute success: we brought up a variety of delicious table fish, including one Hojaran (Amber Jack), Three red snapper, two rabbits fish and a incidental Shark (safely handled and released/processed according to regulations). From worrying about storms to landing dinner and sharing a joyous milestone at sea, it was the ultimate way to step into retirement! Daily Log: Service: Full-Day Offshore/Inshore Combo Charter Target Species: Billfish (Sailfish), Mahi-Mahi, and Bottom Fish Total Catch: two Mahi-Mahi, one hojaran, three red snappers, two rabbits fish, 1 Shark, and 1 Sailfish raised/released-at-strike. Key Highlight: Transitioning smoothly from offshore billfish trolling to productive bottom fishing upon client request, creating a memorable retirement celebration for a couple despite initial storm threats. #MathisOceanAdventures #OffshoreCostaRica #Sailfish #MahiMahi #RetirementTrip #HerraduraBeach #LoyalClients #PuraVida
Mathis Trips
Playa-herradura, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica
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Welcome aboard the Mathis, where the ocean stops being a map and becomes your own legend. Your journey begins at the Herradura Beach nearby exclusive Marina Los Sueños, the world's epicenter for sport fishing. From the very first greeting, you...

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