About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

About Your Trip

If you're looking for a solo angling adventure in one of the most untouched fisheries on the planet, this 1 angler per room and boat package is built just for you. Set along Costa Rica’s remote southern Caribbean coast—within the wild and biodiverse Gandoca Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge—you’ll be fishing some of the most productive tarpon waters in the world with Giuliano and his expert local team.

This trip is all about personalized fishing, complete flexibility, and the chance to disconnect in a place where the jungle meets the sea. With a boat and guide all to yourself, every day is tailored to your pace, your style, and your goals—whether that’s chasing massive tarpon on fly, targeting snook along the beach, or exploring the backwaters of Gondoca Lagoon.

The star of the show is the Silver King. These waters consistently produce tarpon in the 80–90 lb range, and it’s one of the few places where fish over 150–200 lbs are not just possible—they’re expected. Whether you’re casting lures, spinning gear, or flies, the fights are explosive and the chances at a true trophy are real.

In addition to tarpon, you might hook into snook, cubera snapper, jacks, kingfish, triggerfish, or even mahi-mahi depending on the time of year and water conditions. Want to switch up your target species or try a different fishing technique? Just let Giuliano or the lodge manager know, and they’ll make sure your guide is prepared to deliver.

Each day starts with breakfast and a short walk to the creek, where your private boat and guide will be waiting to take you to the fishing grounds—just 20 to 30 minutes away, depending on where the fish are biting. You can fish a split-day schedule with a lunch break back at the lodge or go for a full 8-hour day with lunch packed on the boat or enjoyed on the beach.

Daily Schedule (Split Fishing):

6:30 AM – Breakfast

6:50 AM – Depart for fishing

11:00 AM – Return to lodge

12:00 PM – Lunch

2:00 PM – Return to fishing grounds

5:30 PM – Return & Happy Hour (beer, rum, appetizers)

7:00 PM – Dinner

Your private room is cozy, air-conditioned, and just steps from the Caribbean. Each room includes a ceiling fan, private bathroom, comfortable bed, and peaceful beachfront or garden views. After a full day on the water, it’s the perfect place to relax, recharge, and enjoy the sounds of the sea and jungle.

Meals are a highlight, featuring fresh local ingredients and bold Creole flavors. From grilled snapper to tropical fruits and vegetables, the food is both nourishing and flavorful. Special dietary requests are happily accommodated—just let the team know in advance about any allergies or preferences, and they’ll take care of you.

Fishing runs during two peak seasons: Spring (late February through May 31) and Fall (August 1 through October 31). These are the best windows for consistent tarpon action, good weather, and the opportunity to land that fish of a lifetime.

Trip durations are flexible and include everything you need for a seamless solo fishing experience—private lodging, full guiding, all meals, and drinks during happy hour. Options range from 4 nights/3 fishing days up to 8 nights/7 fishing days.

This is a rare opportunity to experience one of the last truly wild tarpon fisheries, where each day is yours to shape and the jungle is your backdrop. With Giuliano’s crew running the show and an entire boat to yourself, this trip delivers the kind of personal fishing adventure that’s hard to find—and even harder to forget.

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Lodging

Lodging is included.

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 60 days before the trip.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

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Pricing Matrix

	3.5 days	4.5 days	5.5 days	6.5 days	7.5 days
1 Person	$3,630.00	$4,290.00	$4,950.00	$5,527.00	$6,105.00

Pay 30% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Guide

Giuliano M.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Expert Oriented

Quality

Comfortable

I've been travelling around the world looking for new fish and new destinations.

Fishing has been part of my life since I was born and it will be till my last breath!!!

Can't live without it.

About Your Guide

Giuliano M.

Independent Guide

I've been travelling around the world looking for new fish and new destinations.

Fishing has been part of my life since I was born and it will be till my last breath!!!

Can't live without it.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

190 pounds Tarponville Tarpon

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

spaghetti

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

190 pounds Tarponville Tarpon

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

spaghetti

What’s your favorite band?

Nick Cave

What’s your favorite movie?

Frankenstein junior

What’s your favorite sports team?

Bologna soccer team

What’s your drink of choice?

Gin Tonic

What was your last halloween costume?

Dracula

What do you want for Christmas this year?

more firends and adventures

How did you get started guiding?

people were asking me so I decided to start this type of activity. From the country I come from; Italy; being a fishing guide is not as common as it is in the United States.

What makes you different from other guides?

need you to ask my people.... they say they enjoy their time with me. I think it's good

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About The Lodge

This lodging is included in the cost of your trip.

Manzanillo, Limón Province, Costa Rica

Areas Fished

Caribbean Sea

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Panga
Boat Length: 26'
Boat Restroom: No
Additional Amenities: beverages

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Panga
Boat Length: 26'
Boat Restroom: No
Additional Amenities: beverages

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Lodging

Lodging is included.

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

You won't lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 60 days before the trip.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

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Get it while it's HOT!
This species is in play.
You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Fly Fishing
Jigging
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

Everything is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.

You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 60 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 60 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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