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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Quepos

Roosterfish, Grouper, Snapper

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Deep Sea Fishing in Quepos

Offshore Fishing Trip

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36 ft 1 - 10 People From $1,674
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Inshore, Nearshore, Boat Cruise in Quepos

Full Day Inshore

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36 ft 1 - 8 People From $1,930
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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Sardinal

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Deep Sea Fishing in Quepos

Chasing Big Eyes - 32' Blackwatch

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32 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,300
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Quepos

3/4 Day Sport Fishing Quepos CR.

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Inshore, Deep Sea Fishing in Playa Flamingo

Playa Flamingo SportFishing

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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Playa Flamingo

4/6/8 Hrs Inshore Private Charter

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Inshore, Deep Sea Fishing in Tamarindo

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Everything to Know About Booking a Costa Rica artificial lure fishing charter

What are the best artificial lure fishing charters in Costa Rica?

The best artificial lure fishing charters in Costa Rica are:

Why should I book an artificial lure fishing charter in Costa Rica with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 46 artificial lure fishing trips in Costa Rica, and the most popular trips in the area are Roosterfish, Grouper, Snapper guided by Christian, Offshore Fishing Trip guided by Michael, and Full Day Inshore guided by Michael.

Our guides in Costa Rica are rated a 4.43 out of 5 based on 8293 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly artificial lure fishing guides / fishing lessons in Costa Rica? Check out our beginner and family friendly artificial lure fishing guides in Costa Rica.

What types of artificial lure fishing charters are common in Costa Rica?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for artificial lure fishing in Costa Rica as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and river fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for artificial lure fishing in Costa Rica are: 1. mahi mahi, 2. sailfish, 3. yellowfin tuna, 4. blue marlin, and 5. black marlin.

How much do Costa Rica artificial lure fishing charters cost?

Prices for artificial lure fishing in Costa Rica can range anywhere from about $807 to $6,043, but the average price for a half day trip for artificial lure fishing in Costa Rica is $1,567. The average price for a full day trip for artificial lure fishing in Costa Rica is $3,858.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for on a artificial lure fishing charter in Costa Rica?

The most popular season to go on a artificial lure fishing charter in Costa Rica is winter, and most anglers book their trips 76 days in advance.

Do I need a Costa Rica fishing license and what are the bag limits in Costa Rica?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Costa Rica, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Costa Rica. When in doubt, your guide will always know all the relevant rules and regulations in Costa Rica.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    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

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