What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Quepos, Puntarenas for the first time?

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Richie Abel
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Went fishing with Ñito II Sportfishing on May 7, 2025
It’s the rainforest. Don’t be surprised if it rains or is hot and humid. The drop off of the continental shelf is over 20 miles off shore. If you’re going off shore expect a very long boat ride.

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Jessica Rozzell
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Went fishing with Hidalgo Sportsfishing on April 21, 2025
We caught one sailfish, but didn't realize you couldn't keep it. Was hoping to have some fresh fish to take home. It was a good fight getting it to the boat and enjoyed catching it. If you're looking to take fish home, I would check with the guide prior to booking to see if it's allowed.

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Delson Erb
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Went fishing with Nauti Ventures on April 14, 2025
Expect to catch fish but don’t have too high expectations for specific species because a lot of luck is required. When your captain and crew puts in the work to make it a successful trip, that can make a big difference if you walk away disappointed or not.

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Andrew Meyers
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Went fishing with Grey's Fishing Tour on April 8, 2025
Apparently it's great, but we were just a rare case on not landing any fish. Majority of others landed at least one and up to 6. We didn't even have a chance to set the hook. We'll hopefully try again another time.

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Alexis Conniff
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Went fishing with The Relaxer on March 26, 2025
All I can say is, we were out for eight hours and didn’t get a single bite despite seeing a sailfish and hundred(s?) yellowfin tuna jumping out of the water. We’ve been fishing in Quepos in other months and caught fish so I think this must have been a bad day.

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Marc Shaver
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Went fishing with Grey's Fishing Tour on March 14, 2025
It went really smoothly. They are renovating the parking lot to the marina but there were extra spaces. The marina is set up with a great spot to meet your captains so no worries about finding the boat in the AM.

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Joan Orgon
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Went fishing with Nauti Ventures on February 24, 2025
Book with Naudi Ventures, you will not be disappointed. The captain knows what’s bitting and where to find them . We were hoping to get Mahi but if they aren’t here we understand. The tuna and sailfish were a fantastic experience. Several boats around us not catching fish , as I said before they know how to catch them . We hope to come back next year for another wonderful day on the ocean .

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Leigh Cunningham
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Went fishing with The Relaxer on February 11, 2025
Quepos is the sport fishing capital of Central America…off shore and inshore. Chances of hooking into something here in February are very good and almost every kind of salt water fish are here this time of year.

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Jason James
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Went fishing with Grey's Fishing Tour on January 5, 2025
Bring sunscreen and lots of it. We got cooked even with the proper gear. Expect to see a lot of wildlife and the opportunity for fish. But remember, fishing is fishing, not catching. Ask questions in advance if you don’t want to be stressed. The direction and communication is limited. Buy licenses in advance of your trip. Bring your passport or photo id. Just show up at the marina around 6:30am, pull up to the guard, tell them you have a fishing reservation and with what boat/captain and they will give you directions on where to park in the gated marina parking lot. Then proceed to the waterside of the marina and wait for your Captian.

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Mike Butler
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Went fishing with Bucket List Sportfishing on December 14, 2024
Ask the skipper what they recommend. They know the water, season and what species are running. Your idea may be at odds with the situation on the water. Fishing is not Catching, so just keep that in mind. I had an amazing experience, but it could well have been an expensive boat ride! Do your homework and hope the fish gods are smiling upon thee. Bucket List Sportfishing was my choice and it panned out very nicely.

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Blake Douglas
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Went fishing with Nauti Ventures on December 1, 2024
Marina parking is easy, getting fishing licenses is easy and they take credit cards. Wonderful process overall finding the boat and getting going. Good restaurants right at the marina for food and drinks after a day on the water.

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Barry Jackson
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Went fishing with Grey's Fishing Tour on September 11, 2024
September is in the middle of the rainy season so the waters within 10 miles of land are darker from all the freshwater running out of rivers. We had to run about 20 miles offshore before we found blue water for pelagic species. The Mahi-Mahi run heavier towards the end of the rainy season around late November. Billfish are usually solo and are randomly cruising blue water so they are sporadically following schools of baitfish. I was told that many times they will follow the Tuna schools.

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Amal Mahmood
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Went fishing with Hidalgo Sportsfishing on July 31, 2024
Make sure to use bathroom before, have a really big breakfast, and wear hard-to-stain clothing as the fish can get pretty bloody. Maybe also bring nausea medicine. Sunglasses and sunscreen are also good to bring.

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Dr. David Barnes
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Went fishing with Amy's Dream on March 9, 2024
Be prepared for afternoon heat. PRE hydrate. If prone to seasickness, reconsider. Dont drink too much alcohol, makes it hard to fight big fish. Remember some fish are compulsory catch and release. Billfish often explode spectacularly out of the water, keep cameras ready. The biology of the ocean is not under your control; if fish dont hit thats life. Likewise they may hit big time; be ready. Crews are lifelong experts, trust them to do a brilliant job. Pura vida and good fishing.

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LEAZA GREENROAD FORD
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Went fishing with Cowboy Fishing Boat on February 21, 2024
Be OVER prepared for the sun! No matter where you’re from; this sun is brutal. Being closer to the equator and the constant glare off the crystal clear Pacific will make and 8 hour fishing day to feel like 3 days of Mexico sun. If booking multiple days of fishing, do yourself a favor and book a day off in between. Your skin and body will appreciate the break! Sunscreen vs sweat is a constant battle…wear all you can in protective fishing clothing and hats! You maybe hot and look a little silly in your gardening sombrero, but you won’t be too miserable to fish the next trip. A kickass tan is temporary but leather face and melanoma… a life time! Hugs and Fishes Anglers - stay safe on the water ??? The BIG ROOSTER live in Costa Rica!

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William Blakeley
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Went fishing with Sushi Hunter Charters - Crocodile on September 28, 2023
September is not peak for Billfish but Quepos is spectacular in September as there are no crowds so the activities, restaurants and National Parks are available without lines. We saw Monkeys, Sloths, Scarlet Macaws, Toucans etc. not only at Manuel Antonio but also at the house we rented, around the town, which has preserved Canopy throughout and even at restaurants. Beach in Manuel Antonio was spectacular and we had it nearly to ourselves. Fishing was good for Mahi Mahi not too far offshore and Snook/Roosters were inshore. Some Tuna and Marlin were also caught the day we went out.

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Daniel Jarvis
Quepos, Puntarenas Province
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Went fishing with Quepos Sportfishing on August 8, 2023
The hospitality we found in Quepos was higher than expected. In no means or ways do I know how to fish, and still I was treated like a friend. I felt welcomed and encouraged even when I messed up the technics. If you are trying out sport fishing for the first time, contact Quepos Sportfishing, they will treat you like a friend and show you what you need to know if for a successful trip. If you are experienced still contact Quepos Sportfishing. Capt Graven and Jerry are locals know what they are doing.

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Ken Williams
Anderson, SC
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Went fishing with Bucket List Sportfishing on March 28, 2023
If you can get a reservation, I would recommend the Shana Hotel. Great people, food, views and accommodations. Located in a mountain be sure to wear your hiking shoes. The hotel's tour services are great. All tours are picked up at the hotel. There is no need to rent a car. Taxis are $10 a trip and are immediately available with a call. The town of Queops and the Marina is a few miles away. Fishermen need to reserve the fishing charters and hotel months in advance. They fill up quickly especially if there is a tournament. We had 2 days of exceptional fishing with Captain Jeff on the "Bucket List" - Caught: - 1 Blue Marlin (250-300 pounds) + 3 Sailfish + Tuna. We would have won the local tournament, but it ended 2 days earlier - DARN!

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Markus Parker
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Went fishing with Quepos Osmak Fishing CR on February 22, 2024
Ask the captain to explain what the plan was, we were unsure so asked. We did some inshore fishing. They help hook fish and you reel it in. They knew the spots and were excellent at fishing. Recommend the crew and boat.

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Teresa Stroot
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Went fishing with Nauti Ventures on February 14, 2024
We were fishing for the first time here. We left with no real expectations except that the crew would do their best to put us on fish and that's exactly what they did. We cannot recommend them enough!

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Lisa Lykins
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Went fishing with Hidalgo Sportsfishing on February 10, 2024
If you’re really into catching lots of fish you should book for Costa Rica trip around the time that particular fish is running. We had hoped for tuna, but this wasn’t the time to catch tuna. Communication with the captain is essential. We were very happy with the Mahi we caught.

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John Hunt
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Went fishing with Mangrove Fishing Tours on February 7, 2024
Sunscreen and hydration!!! Surprisingly, there were no bugs this time of year. Finally, sun protection and water!!! The sun here is no joke. Long pants and sleeves are best. And a good hat and glasses.

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Terry Leighton
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Went fishing with Quepos Sportfishing on February 5, 2024
The Mahi were big; there were many sailfish (we had a dozen sailfish hits/fought fish/could see them bite on surface and/or jump), but they would throw the hook before getting them to boat or not hookup long. First time sailfishing for us, so we are not experienced in fishing for them (but we do a lot of fishing). Some were huge too. We were only fishing 19 miles offshore.

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Kyle Mace
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Went fishing with Nauti Ventures on December 20, 2023
December is one of the best times to come. Peak season. Many variety of fish. Fresh fruit and options of food to eat for lunch. Best way is to book through fishing booker. You can text with the captain and team days to months prior with any questions and they are very responsive. We booked our licenses online the night before. Super easy and saves time when you get to the marina

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Larry Hanson
Missoula, MT
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Went fishing with Blue Pearl II - 32' Hatteras on February 20, 2019
Fishing Quepos in February is an awesome experience. I've been lucky enough to fish there several times over the years and look forward to my next trip!! Thoroughly research your boat.....I prefer to fish offshore and zero experience in the inshore fishery there.

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Alex Bull
Dover, NH
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Went fishing with JP Sportfishing Tours – Sea Lady on February 27, 2019
Remember that it's called "fishing" and not "catching" for a reason. Some days the fish just aren't there. Understand which months are best for the type of fish you're hoping to catch. If you've got specific questions, contact the respective charter contact for details. All of them seemed very willing to assist and answer any questions.

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FishingBooker Member
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Went fishing with Southern Escapes Sport Fishing on May 5, 2025
Listen to your Captain and mates, they know what they are doing and want to help you catch the fish of your dreams

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James Love
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Went fishing with Nauti Ventures on April 21, 2025
Not a great day for fish but understand that some days are better than others. Captain and crew were excellent hard working and good fishermen and fisherwoman.

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Michael Simon
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Went fishing with Grey's Fishing Tour on April 20, 2025
Basically, there are all price ranges, if you want the big pretty boats, you’re gonna pay for it! The smaller boats are the real deal and you’ll get your fish!

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Alan Cochran
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Went fishing with The Relaxer on April 11, 2025
great weather great area but there was a lot of boats around us within a half mile radius if I take to take a guess on the distance