About Your Trip
Nestled on the banks of the mighty Rio Colorado—Costa Rica’s largest river by volume and just a mile from the sea—this unforgettable fishing adventure puts you in the heart of the Barra del Colorado Wildlife Refuge. Spanning over 400,000 acres, this is the second-largest rainforest preserve in Central America and a true haven for wildlife and world-class fishing.
You’ll have quick access to the Caribbean's most productive tarpon waters and the chance to chase silver
kings inshore, target snook, Spanish mackerel, Jack Crevalle, barracuda, and tripletail, or run offshore for wahoo, tuna, and dorado. For freshwater enthusiasts, nearby rainforest streams and lagoons offer action-packed battles with guapote, mojarra, and machaca.
A Typical Fishing Day:
The lodge follows a laid-back but efficient daily schedule built around maximizing time on the water:
5:00 AM – Wake-up call and breakfast
5:30 AM – Head out with your guide
11:00 AM – Return for lunch and a siesta
1:30 PM – Afternoon fishing session
5:00 PM – Return to the dock
5:30 PM – Happy hour
6:30 PM – Buffet-style dinner
Prefer to fish all day? Just let your guide and the staff know—they’ll pack a lunch to keep you going.
Boats & Gear:
Fish from 23’ deep V-hull fiberglass boats powered by 150 HP Yamaha motors—perfect for navigating rough water and reaching offshore hot spots. Each boat is equipped with fish finders, marine radios, and full safety gear.
For stream and lagoon fishing, hop aboard a 16’ aluminum Tracker skiff with a Bimini top—ideal for working jungle channels in pursuit of aggressive freshwater species.
All spinning and casting gear is included, with stocked tackle boxes provided. A limited supply of fly gear is available (first-come, first-served; breakage fees apply). Your English-speaking guides are highly experienced and dialed in to the local bite.
The Lodge:
Founded in 1992, the lodge accommodates up to 24 guests in air-conditioned duplex-style rooms, each with 2–3 queen beds, ensuite tiled bathrooms with hot water, walk-in closets, satellite TV, and limited Wi-Fi.
Three buffet-style meals are served daily, and the lodge is well-known for its delicious food. The open bar includes Costa Rican beer, non-alcoholic beer, house wine, local rum, vodka, and whiskey. Call liquors are available for $5 per drink, and specialty beer requests can be arranged when booking.
Daily laundry service is included, and the lush surroundings are alive with tropical birds, monkeys, and more.
What’s Included:
- Airport reception
- Three ground transfers in San José
- Round-trip charter flight to the lodge
- Air-conditioned lodging
- Three buffet-style meals daily
- Open bar (beer, house wine, liwuor)
- Wi-Fi access
- Daily laundry service
- Guided fishing (one full day per night stayed)
- Use of rods and reels
Note: Package rates reflect the same number of nights as fishing days. A Single Angler package includes one angler per room and boat. A Two Angler package includes two anglers sharing a room and boat.
What’s Not Included:
- International airfare
- Hotels/meals in San José
- Fishing license ($25, paid at the lodge)
- Gratuities for guides and staff
- Rapalas and flies (available at the tackle shop)
- Top-shelf liquor
- Global Rescue or travel insurance
- Any items not listed under inclusions
Best Time to Fish:
The lodge is open year-round, but prime tarpon fishing runs from March–May and September–October. Offshore species like tuna, wahoo, and dorado are also red-hot during these months. Inshore targets like snook, cubera snapper, and Spanish mackerel are available most of the year, and freshwater fishing stays consistently productive.
If you're looking to pair serious fishing with an immersive jungle adventure, this lodge delivers an experience like no other—wild, remote, and absolutely unforgettable.
Amenities
Water Type
Inshore, River
Skill Levels
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Lodging
Lodging is included.
Tackle
All rods, reels, and tackle are included.
Beer
Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.
Live Bait
Live bait is included for this trip.
Weather
You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather
Flexible Cancelation
This trip can be canceled up to 60 days before the trip.
Lunch
Lunch / light snacks are included.
Fish Cleaning
No cleaning service provided.
Boat Restroom
No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.
Kid Friendly
This trip is not suited for small children.
Disability Friendly
This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.
