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Coastal Banks Thriller

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Coastal Waters Fun!

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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Quepos

Full Day Sportfishing Quepos CR.

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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty in Long Beach

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Everything to Know About Booking a Pacific Ocean live bait fishing charter

What are the best live bait fishing charters in the Pacific Ocean?

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in the Pacific Ocean with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 8 live bait fishing trips in the Pacific Ocean, and the most popular trips in the area are San Francisco Crabbing - Nov/Dec guided by Craig, Coastal Waters Fun! guided by Leng, and 1/2 day Sportfishing Quepos CR. guided by Butch.

Our guides in the Pacific Ocean are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3807 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 live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in the Pacific Ocean? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in the Pacific Ocean.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in the Pacific Ocean?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in the Pacific Ocean as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and jetty fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in the Pacific Ocean are: 1. yellowtail amberjack, 2. yellowfin tuna, 3. rockfish, 4. halibut, and 5. calico bass.

How much do Pacific Ocean live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in the Pacific Ocean can range anywhere from about $1,000 to $3,000, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in the Pacific Ocean is $1,336. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in the Pacific Ocean is $2,239.

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 live bait fishing charter in the Pacific Ocean?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in the Pacific Ocean is summer, and most anglers book their trips 8 days in advance.

Do I need a the Pacific Ocean fishing license and what are the bag limits in the Pacific Ocean?

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

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.

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