Costa Rica Fishing Reports (August 2026)

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Gabriel G.

Playa Herradura, Costa Rica

Reported 2 months ago

Yesterday a lot mahi-mahi

Gabriel G. Playa Herradura, Costa Rica Reported 2 months ago

Yesterday a lot mahi-mahi

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Christian H.

Quepos, Costa Rica

Reported 2 months ago

Last week we had clients catch a 30 lb and a monster 150lb yellowfin tuna. Sailfish numbers have been 4-15 landed per day over the past couple weeks. We are seeing a few more Mahi Mahi being caught again, some being over 40lbs.

Christian H. Quepos, Costa Rica Reported 2 months ago

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Amber Lynn M.

Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica

Reported 3 months ago

4 days of 100+ pound yellowfin. 8 sailfish were released on Monday

Amber Lynn M. Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica Reported 3 months ago

4 days of 100+ pound yellowfin. 8 sailfish were released on Monday

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Gabriel G.

Playa Herradura, Costa Rica

Reported 3 months ago

Fishing is good here

Gabriel G. Playa Herradura, Costa Rica Reported 3 months ago

Fishing is good here

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Christian H.

Quepos, Costa Rica

Reported 4 months ago

8 sailfish and 3 Mahi Mahi yesterday;

3 sailfish, 2 snowy grouper, and 2 small Mahi Mahi on Wednesday.

Christian H. Quepos, Costa Rica Reported 4 months ago

8 sailfish and 3 Mahi Mahi yesterday;

3 sailfish, 2 snowy grouper, and 2 small Mahi Mahi on Wednesday.

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Amber Lynn M.

Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica

Reported 4 months ago

Sailfish and Tuna are back and we still have the giant grouper

Amber Lynn M. Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica Reported 4 months ago

Sailfish and Tuna are back and we still have the giant grouper

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Riccardo P.

Quepos, Costa Rica

Reported 4 months ago

3 roosterfish 1 snapper 1 barracuda

Riccardo P. Quepos, Costa Rica Reported 4 months ago

3 roosterfish 1 snapper 1 barracuda

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Butch C.

Quepos, Costa Rica

Reported 5 months ago

Fishing report for the month of February sailfish have been on the move. Still lots to catch once you find them. Some mahi good size caught this week and last. Big tuna out 30 miles or so on the spinner dolphin eating live bait and also artificial jigs, popers. A few Marlin seen but having a hard time switching over. Bottom fishing has been hot! The grouper and tile fish have been biting.

Butch C. Quepos, Costa Rica Reported 5 months ago

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Riccardo P.

Quepos, Costa Rica

Reported 6 months ago

25 January 2026 5 rooster fish one triple-tail

Riccardo P. Quepos, Costa Rica Reported 6 months ago

25 January 2026 5 rooster fish one triple-tail

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Amber Lynn M.

Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica

Reported 6 months ago

Sailfish, Mahi, Jacks, Spanish mackerel and lots of grouper with strong winds and choppy waters on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica this last week

Amber Lynn M. Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica Reported 6 months ago

Sailfish, Mahi, Jacks, Spanish mackerel and lots of grouper with strong winds and choppy waters on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica this last week

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★★★★★
Best fishing charter ever! Gabriel was absolutely fantastic. He put us right on the fish, and we caught more than we could handle! The entire experience was incredible from start to finish. Gabriel was knowledgeable, professional, and made sure we had an unforgettable day on the water. If you’re looking for an amazing fishing experience in Costa Rica, we highly recommend fishing with Gabriel!
Natalie C. | July 25, 2026

Trip: Inshore Trip Jaco Costa Rica
★★★★★
Gabriel was great! We caught a lot of Maui Maui. He spent extra time out on the water looking for bigger fish! They cleaned them for us and we had a great dinner! We really enjoyed this experience!
Philip G. | May 22, 2026

Trip: Offshore In Jaco
★★★★★
Great trip. Willy set us up with Captain Stephen and his awesome first mate. We hooked several nice mahi mahi and had them grilled up at the marina for an incredible lunch afterwards. Highly recommend!!
Peter B. | April 5, 2026

Trip: Half/Full Day Inshore Trip
★★★★★
My son and I fished on Amy’s Dream, and had an amazing day. Captain Christian went over a plan with us before we shoved off, and we went out hopping to hook into sailfish. A few hits early on got the excitement going until we hooked and landed two beautiful sailfish pretty close to each other mid day. Was an awesome time and they di a great job coaching and assisting my 8year old to reel/land the fish nearly solo. Some more hits and excitement rounded out the afternoon. Can’t reccomend Amy’s dream enough, we will be back.
Robert S. | March 25, 2026

Trip: Big Fish Costa Rica - 33' Proline
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Melvin and his crew were great! My husband broke his leg the day before our charter and they helped him have a safe experience. I caught a sailfish, which was super awesome!
Bradley P. | February 20, 2026

Trip: Quepos 🐟 Offshore Fishing 10/10
★★★★★
Great trip! The crew worked hard and we had a successful day, catching 3 sailfish and a big dorado (mahi). Michael is an experienced and very capable captain.
Jeffrey W. | January 5, 2026

Trip: Offshore Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Michael and his crew were excellent! The trip was full of nonstop action. We had 7 people and even my grandma had a blast. Highly recommend Captain Michael and his crew if you want to catch fish and have a good time!
Tyler M. | December 31, 2025

Trip: Half Day Inshore
★★★★★
A great day on the water!! Got hit with three sailfish at once!! Amber, Carlos and Dennis were fantastic!. I would come back tomorrow if we could, but we’re definitely coming back soon. Thank you Amberjack crew!!
Stephen M. | December 29, 2025

Trip: 5/7 Hrs Offshore Or Inshore Fishing
★★★★★
Great trip and excellant staff.
John D. | November 19, 2025

Trip: Quepos Offshore
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Butch and Roy were very welcoming and personable. They made the trip very exciting and inclusive of all on board (beginner and advanced). Lots of laughs and smiles all around. We cannot stop talking about how amazing of an experience this was today. This is a MUST DO!
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Costa Rica Fishing Reports (August 2026)

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