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Everything to Know About Booking a Costa Rica mahi mahi fishing charter

Why should I book a mahi mahi fishing charter in Costa Rica with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 59 mahi mahi trips in Costa Rica, and the most popular trips in the area are Half Day Offshore guided by Gabriels, Offshore Trip - 40' guided by Lee, and Catch And Cook In Costa Rica guided by Trever.

Our guides in Costa Rica are rated a 4.4 out of 5 based on 6012 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 mahi mahi guides / fishing lessons in Costa Rica? Check out our beginner and family friendly mahi mahi guides in Costa Rica.

What types of mahi mahi fishing charters are common in Costa Rica?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for mahi mahi in Costa Rica as well as nearshore fishing and inshore fishing.

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

How much do Costa Rica mahi mahi fishing charters cost?

Prices for mahi mahi in Costa Rica can range anywhere from about $950 to $3,856, but the average price for a half day trip for mahi mahi in Costa Rica is $1,785. The average price for a full day trip for mahi mahi in Costa Rica is $2,726.

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 mahi mahi fishing in Costa Rica?

The most popular season for mahi mahi fishing in Costa Rica is fall, and most anglers book their trips 33 days in advance.

Do I need a Costa Rica fishing license for mahi mahi and what are the bag limits for mahi mahi 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 fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Costa Rica.

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  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    Our trip was fantastic, Captain Marco, Kenneth, and Estephan were the best!!!!!!

    William F. | August 25, 2023

    Trip: Full Day Offshore - 38'

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