What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Tamarindo, Guanacaste for the first time?

If you're renting a vehicle, don't trust Google Maps to get you there easily if coming from the Northwest. Some of the roads I drove to get there were rather dicey. Steep, narrow and rough dirt roads with wash outs were encountered on several parts on my trip, making it difficult for anything less to get there safely other than a SUV. Get local advice and go the long way to stay on the paved roads instead. Having said that, the fishing was worth it!

Have a good understanding of what species are realistically available at the time of your trip. If you just want to catch numerous yellow fin tuna and a few mahi, you will have a great trip. For other more difficult species, do your research and pay the money for an expert with documented results for those particular fish.

No need to bring rain gear or jackets. Even with rain it was well into the high 80’s and the wind while trolling was refreshing. If you keep fish, make sure your hotel will cook it. JW Marriott Guanacaste will not, but the staff will appreciate the fresh fish.

Enjoy fishing in this beautiful area with a local guide and keep an open mind. Conditions and opportunities change but the fish are here! The local captains know the waters and will do their best to put you on fish!

It seems to rain in the afternoon so the best time to book is morning. A half day trip should be enough to catch plenty depending on the time of year; I think mahi-mahi is best in October but check with your local guide For details.

We went fishing 3 times and caught only Mahi and albacore. Captains mentioned that it is better fishing for bills end of January and early February. If you want to catch some big Mahi and tuna the best is mid September to mid October.

Be ready for anything with the ocean. It started with choppy waters, went calm for half the trip and stirred up to bigger swells the closer to noon it got. I’d strongly suggest morning as it was predicted rain every afternoon.

This fishing trip was amazing! The crew was very professional and friendly. What they advertised on YouTube is definitely accurate. You will have a great time on the water and the captain knows exactly where to go to get the big ones. I didn’t catch a marlin or sail but once I caught a 50lb yellow fin tuna! I was blown away what a fight! I definitely would fish again with them if I come back to Costa Rica. And yes I do recommended that any one wants to have an excellent experience on the deep sea go with Capullo Sportfishing/Rainbow Runner!

Sun screen. Hydrate. Patience. Enjoy every second being on the ocean. Watch for leatherback turtles. We saw two giant ones mating! You might get a pelican to join you. If you are at risk of motion sickness, get the patch or whatever you need to stay healthy on the water.

Captain and crew were most accommodating and accomplished. Charter ended up running longer in attempt to satisfy a gentleman's bet and did not disappoint. Highly reccomended from a FL based resident with plenty of fishing experience.

Be sure to ask your captain what is biting before booking. Don’t try to go after a full day fish with only a half day trip. I think if you fish the reef on a half day trip you will be extremely satisfied.

Bring good protection from the sun if you aren't used to it. If you haven't fished in trophy ocean waters, be prepared to fight bigger (and stronger) fish than you. You never really know when you'll hook into the big one!

This crew was very patient and taught my 14 year old daughter and her friend how to use the rod and reel.

do not pre-book your fishing trips. there are plenty of people on Tamerindo beach ready to take you out….. for less money than pre-booking.

Be open to different styles and techniques of fishing. It's a balance that can't be beat in terms of fun and producing results.

We wanted to catch table fish and we did. Tuna was what we were looking for and we ended up with about 25 lbs of fillets.

Do your own research before booking and know what weather and conditions to expect.

Yes would definitely recommend to anybody fishing for the first time in tamarindo! The guides were very helpful and knowledgeable!

This is a small boat as advertised bring a towel to sit on. And Let’s go this is a fishing trip not a boat ride

The captain said some weather came through right before we were there so it was not as good as they sometimes experience. We still did manage to catch 4 tuna and had a good time!

Can't control the weather but these guys were amazing. It does gets really hot so alot of sun screen and liquid is a must.

It wasn’t the best fishing ever but to catch mahi when there not hot was great. We saw tons of porpoises and lots of life. We didn’t get any billfish but from hearing it says there hot.

You will get wet from ocean spray. Bring clothing appropriate for the conditions. I had a waterproof wind breaker. It helped

Stay hydrated and wear SPF fishing shirts, hat and sunglasses. Don't forget sunblock and a healthy attitude.

Give it a try! There’s never any guarantee that you’ll catch anything and we knew that going in. Managed to haul in five fish

Yes. I was a kid the last time I went so I was basically first time. Daniel and John could not have been more helpful.

Know that this is a smaller boat without restrooms. Also know that the wind can make things a bit rough but also expect to catch fish!

Fishing is unpredictable. Don’t be disappointed if you don’t catch the exact fish you set out to catch, just enjoy the experience and have fun catching the large game fish in the area.

I would highly recommend connecting with Henry and his crew if you want to have an amazing day out on the ocean. Definitely worth it.

My brother in law had never fished before and felt safe and was taken care of by the captain and crew. My two boys and I had the trip of a lifetime.