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Recently Booked Black Marlin Fishing Charters In Playa Herradura, Costa Rica

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Everything to Know About Booking a Playa Herradura black marlin fishing charter

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 24 black marlin trips in Playa Herradura, and the most popular trips in the area are Costa Rica Day Trip guided by Ken, Half Day Offshore guided by Gabriels, and Costa Rica Full-Day Fishing guided by Billy.

Our guides in Playa Herradura 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 Playa Herradura? Check out our beginner and family friendly black marlin guides in Playa Herradura.

What types of black marlin fishing charters are common in Playa Herradura?

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

The most common fishing techniques in Playa Herradura are artificial lure fishing, bottom fishing, and fly fishing but heavy tackle fishing and jigging are popular as well.

How much do Playa Herradura black marlin fishing charters cost?

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

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

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

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

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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