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Recently Booked Black Marlin Fishing Charters In Jaco, Costa Rica

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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Jaco

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Everything to Know About Booking a Jaco black marlin fishing charter

Why should I book a black marlin fishing charter in Jaco with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 24 black marlin trips in Jaco, and the most popular trips in the area are Fishing Trips Full Day guided by Gabriel, Playa Herradura Deep Sea Fishing guided by Fernanda, and Sportfishing Trip Jaco Costa Rica guided by Gabriel.

Our guides in Jaco are rated a 4.25 out of 5 based on 5945 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 black marlin guides / fishing lessons in Jaco? Check out our beginner and family friendly black marlin guides in Jaco.

What types of black marlin fishing charters are common in Jaco?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for black marlin in Jaco as well as deep sea fishing, inshore fishing, and nearshore fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Jaco are bottom fishing, heavy tackle fishing, and jigging but light tackle fishing and trolling are popular as well.

How much do Jaco black marlin fishing charters cost?

Prices for black marlin in Jaco can range anywhere from about $1,200 to $5,130, but the average price for a half day trip for black marlin in Jaco is $1,621. The average price for a full day trip for black marlin in Jaco is $3,166.

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 black marlin fishing in Jaco?

The most popular season for black marlin fishing in Jaco is winter, and most anglers book their trips 32 days in advance.

Do I need a Jaco fishing license for black marlin and what are the bag limits for black marlin in Jaco?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip and excellant staff.

    John D. | November 19, 2025

    Trip: Quepos Offshore

  • ★★★★★
    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!

    Larry S. | August 1, 2024

    Trip: 3/4 Day Sport Fishing Quepos CR.

  • ★★★★★
    Great captain good time..I would use him again..

    Robert | November 13, 2023

    Trip: Half Day Offshore

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