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4-Night Sportfish Slam

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Everything to Know About Booking a Costa Rica yellowfin tuna fishing charter

What are the best yellowfin tuna fishing charters in Costa Rica?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 19 yellowfin tuna trips in Costa Rica, and the most popular trips in the area are Hardcore Seamount Adventure guided by Brook, Playa Herradura Deep Sea Fishing guided by Fernanda, and 3-Night Sportfish Slam guided by Brook.

Our guides in Costa Rica are rated a 4.25 out of 5 based on 3816 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 yellowfin tuna guides / fishing lessons in Costa Rica? Check out our beginner and family friendly yellowfin tuna guides in Costa Rica.

What types of yellowfin tuna fishing charters are common in Costa Rica?

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

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

How much do Costa Rica yellowfin tuna fishing charters cost?

Prices for yellowfin tuna in Costa Rica can range anywhere from about $1,060 to $3,000, but the average price for a half day trip for yellowfin tuna in Costa Rica is $1,130. The average price for a full day trip for yellowfin tuna in Costa Rica is $2,749.

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 yellowfin tuna fishing in Costa Rica?

The most popular season for yellowfin tuna fishing in Costa Rica is winter, and most anglers book their trips 47 days in advance.

Do I need a Costa Rica fishing license for yellowfin tuna and what are the bag limits for yellowfin tuna 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.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    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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