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Faith Rewarded by the Sea: A 60-Inch Tro
Faith Rewarded by the Sea: A 60-Inch Tro
June 6, 2026
Some days the Pacific decides to settle old scores in the most spectacular way. Today we cast off aboard the Mathis with a couple and their nine-year-old daughter. The father came with a clear mission and a strong faith to break a tough streak: on all his previous vacation trips elsewhere, he had never managed to land a single fish. The playground wasn't easy today; we were greeted by rough swells, high waves, and a passing rain that made the family fear a major storm was rolling in. But persistence on our deck always pays off. On the very first cast of the morning, the reel screamed. After an intense battle against a true blue-water warrior, we successfully brought aboard a massive 60-inch Mahi-Mahi. An absolute monster of a fish that instantly became the trophy of a lifetime. At that very moment it was sad to hear dad say: "Let's go home," the strong waves caused serious dizziness in the mother, so, prioritizing the well-being of the family, he made the tactical decision to shorten the trip and return to port earlier than agreed. It didn't take any more time in the water; the mission was more than accomplished. They returned to land happy, with an indelible memory that is already going straight to become a piece of taxidermy and with the satisfaction of celebrating, as we say, another night "without eating chicken". Daily Log: * Crew:Family Group (Marriage and 9-year-old daughter). * Star Capture: 1 60-inch Mahi-Mahi (Trophy destined for Taxidermy). * Conditions: High and chopped waves with intermittent rain. * Note from the Captain: Early return to protect the health and comfort of the client due to severe dizziness. 100% effectiveness in the first throw! #CostaRicaFishing #SeaLegacy #AnglerSkill #SailfishRelease #SportFishingCostaRica #SportfishingLife #MathisFishingLegends #MahiMahi
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Overcoming Heavy Swells in the Blue
Overcoming Heavy Swells in the Blue
June 3, 2026
What an absolute dream team we had on board today! Despite the storm warnings, there was simply no intimidating these brave ocean cowboys, who alongside our crew—continuing their stellar work—set out determined to win the day. Nature tested our resolve with some truly rugged conditions: five-foot swells and a heavy, relentless downpour. However, aboard the Mathis, rough conditions only bring out the true grit of the anglers we carry inside. Our persistence and bravery didn't take long to be spectacularly rewarded by the Pacific. The action on deck was a pure adrenaline rush, hooking into an impressive triple hookup followed by two consecutive doubles that made the reels scream. By nine in the morning, the scoreboard was already glorious. At lines out, the final tally reached six Yellowfin Tuna and five premium Mahi-mahi. A massive haul that provided more than enough to share around. Today, our guests return to port with a packed cooler, ready to host an unforgettable dinner with the rewards of a battle won through pure courage. Daily Log: * Sea Conditions: Waves of 5 feet and heavy rain due to local storm. * Action on Cover: 1 Triplet and 2 successful Doubles consecutively. * Total Captures: 6 Yellowfin Tuna and 5 Mahi-mahi. * Result: Maximum action quota and cooler full ahead of schedule for dinner. #CostaRicaFishing #SeaLegacy #AnglerSkill #SailfishRelease #SportFishingCostaRica #SportfishingLife #MathisFishingLegends #MahiMahi
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What anglers said about fishing in Puntarenas Province

Be ready to get caught in a storm. Rainy season can be unpredictable but have no fear, Alejandro won't let the rain stop you from catching fish!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be ready to get caught in a storm. Rainy season can be unpredictable but have no fear, Alejandro won't let the rain stop you from catching fish!
Aguja Sport Fishing
Aguja Sport Fishing
Be open minded and patient. We had to try a few different things before the bite came on. The best fish we caught was on the way in at the end of the day. Have fun and work with your guides cause it's a lot of pressure for them. Be Nice and enjoy
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be open minded and patient. We had to try a few different things before the bite came on. The best fish we caught was on the way in at the end of the day. Have fun and work with your guides cause it's a lot of pressure for them. Be Nice and enjoy
Grey's Fishing Tour
Grey's Fishing Tour
make sure to follow the instructions of where you are to meet. It is not in the marina, but on the side where the public access is also whatever you catch, you can take to a restaurant in town and they'll fix it for you along with sides.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
make sure to follow the instructions of where you are to meet. It is not in the marina, but on the side where the public access is also whatever you catch, you can take to a restaurant in town and they'll fix it for you along with sides.
Hidalgo Sportfishing I
Hidalgo Sportfishing I
Go with a crew who knows the area and has a successful history with catching fish! You won't be disappointed.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go with a crew who knows the area and has a successful history with catching fish! You won't be disappointed.
Fishing Herradura
Fishing Herradura
Only thing a Capt can do is to out you in an area where the fish are. Whether they bite are uncertain.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Only thing a Capt can do is to out you in an area where the fish are. Whether they bite are uncertain.
Fishing CR
Fishing CR
Look for birds fishing and have the captain drive through. We would get 2-3 poles go off everytime. Any floating debris brought action.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Look for birds fishing and have the captain drive through. We would get 2-3 poles go off everytime. Any floating debris brought action.
Snook Sportfishing
Snook Sportfishing
The beginning of the trip may be slow catching fish but there are so many other fishing grounds available in area to catch something significant.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
The beginning of the trip may be slow catching fish but there are so many other fishing grounds available in area to catch something significant.
Fish Happens sportfishing boat
Fish Happens sportfishing boat
they provided drinks snacks the whole day. jusy pack sunglasses and sunscreen
Excellent
5.0 / 5
they provided drinks snacks the whole day. jusy pack sunglasses and sunscreen
Mega Bite
Mega Bite
Our Capt put us on fish, this is a lower season for fishing but our Capt was amazing and we had a ton of tuna to take home!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Our Capt put us on fish, this is a lower season for fishing but our Capt was amazing and we had a ton of tuna to take home!
Snook Sportfishing
Snook Sportfishing
Book with these guys, they are the best. I have limited mobility, and they made it so easy for me to ride right up to the boat and they aided me easily in and out of the boat. There are a lot of choices out there for charters, but if you want good results, comfortable accommodations, and a captain and mate you will feel like you've been best buddies with all your life, this is the ONLY choice.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Book with these guys, they are the best. I have limited mobility, and they made it so easy for me to ride right up to the boat and they aided me easily in and out of the boat. There are a lot of choices out there for charters, but if you want good results, comfortable accommodations, and a captain and mate you will feel like you've been best buddies with all your life, this is the ONLY choice.
Bucket List Sportfishing
Bucket List Sportfishing
Make sure you wear a long sleeve sun shirt and bring all your good vibes! and DON'T bring bananas. Otherwise, sit back and enjoy the most incredible fishing you'll ever experience!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Make sure you wear a long sleeve sun shirt and bring all your good vibes! and DON'T bring bananas. Otherwise, sit back and enjoy the most incredible fishing you'll ever experience!
Sweet Dreams Sportfishing Cabo 35
Sweet Dreams Sportfishing Cabo 35
Make sure to check the reviews of who you're booking with and start communication with the captain from the beginning. Captain Jorge was very responsive and helped us be better prepared for our trip.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Make sure to check the reviews of who you're booking with and start communication with the captain from the beginning. Captain Jorge was very responsive and helped us be better prepared for our trip.
Snook Sportfishing
Snook Sportfishing
best fishing trip I've been on. Tons of marine wildlife, bait balls, dolphins and turtles. caught everything we asked for. Only negative is that we ran out of live bait for tuna, still a very successful day on the water.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
best fishing trip I've been on. Tons of marine wildlife, bait balls, dolphins and turtles. caught everything we asked for. Only negative is that we ran out of live bait for tuna, still a very successful day on the water.
Quepos Fishing – Raven
Quepos Fishing – Raven
It has been the best experience of my life, a great fish, nature, inexplicable, seeing so much beauty, my family, enjoying at all times on a par with great professionals, thank you gabriel.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It has been the best experience of my life, a great fish, nature, inexplicable, seeing so much beauty, my family, enjoying at all times on a par with great professionals, thank you gabriel.
Jacofishermen Fishing charters
Jacofishermen Fishing charters San José, Provincia De San José
Other boats in the area seemed to be slow and captain had said they had been slower recently. We caught fish, so we were happy!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Other boats in the area seemed to be slow and captain had said they had been slower recently. We caught fish, so we were happy!
Bucket List Sportfishing
Bucket List Sportfishing
We caught fish because of the experience of the crew. Other boats were not having any luck on this day and no boats communicated with had caught any Tuna or Mahi. We were hoping to catch one or two of those to bring home but are grateful that we had a very productive day. It depends on the day, some days catches are abundant, others are not. That's just fishing. We had great weather. It is the start of the rainy season so you can run into a lot of rain at this time of year. We had a great day.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We caught fish because of the experience of the crew. Other boats were not having any luck on this day and no boats communicated with had caught any Tuna or Mahi. We were hoping to catch one or two of those to bring home but are grateful that we had a very productive day. It depends on the day, some days catches are abundant, others are not. That's just fishing. We had great weather. It is the start of the rainy season so you can run into a lot of rain at this time of year. We had a great day.
Bob Marlin Sportfishing Costa Rica
Bob Marlin Sportfishing Costa Rica
Just habe fun and trust the guys running the boat. They'll take care of ya.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Just habe fun and trust the guys running the boat. They'll take care of ya.
Bucket List Sportfishing
Bucket List Sportfishing
Esta experiencia fue espectacular. Un capitán y su ayudante altamente profesionales, atentos a la seguridad en todo momento, con un trato respetuoso y muy educado pero haciéndonos al mismo tiempo disfrutar de la pesca y pasar un grato momento. En cuanto al resultado, las piezas pescadas superaron nuestras expectativas.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Esta experiencia fue espectacular. Un capitán y su ayudante altamente profesionales, atentos a la seguridad en todo momento, con un trato respetuoso y muy educado pero haciéndonos al mismo tiempo disfrutar de la pesca y pasar un grato momento. En cuanto al resultado, las piezas pescadas superaron nuestras expectativas.
Hidalgo Sportfishing I
Hidalgo Sportfishing I
quepos didn't disappoint this place is top notch can't wait to get back there
Excellent
5.0 / 5
quepos didn't disappoint this place is top notch can't wait to get back there
Grey's Fishing Tour
Grey's Fishing Tour
Book with Hidalgo! they were great guys and took wondeeful care of our family.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Book with Hidalgo! they were great guys and took wondeeful care of our family.
Hidalgo Sportfishing I
Hidalgo Sportfishing I