Costa Rica Inshore Fishing Charters at the Gulf of Papagayo

If you’re planning a fishing vacation, consider booking a Costa Rica Inshore Fishing charter with Tuna Fish Sportfishing. Our experienced captains, who have over three decades of fishing experience in the area, will take you to the best spots to catch fish on a Papagayo offshore fishing charter or inshore fishing charter. You can rest assured that you’ll be in safe hands and have a great day out on the water.

Inshore Fishing charters Costa Rica

Shore fishing in Costa Rica

Our half-day inshore fishing charters are perfect for those who want to experience the stunning coastline of Guanacaste, Costa Rica. We take you fishing in the Gulf of Papagayo, which is renowned worldwide and targets a variety of fish such as mahi-mahi, roosterfish, bonitos, red snapper, jacks, amberjack, grouper, and much more. Our inshore fishing charters are 4 hours long, from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Tuna Fish Sportfishing’s goals are to make trips child-friendly and enjoyable to all anglers on board, whether it’s your first fishing trip or your hundredth. For that reason, our boats and crew are the best options for you!

Take your family and friends to fish and enjoy fishing in Costa Rica from another angle. We provide beach boat pick-up from any resort around the Gulf of Papagayo.

What are you waiting for? Costa Rica is waiting for you!

Excellent
Based on 28 reviews
Michael Sheppard (Mike)
Michael Sheppard (Mike)
2024-02-14
This was an amazing experience for me and my wife. Super friendly and expert crew had us fishing in no time. Tuna, Jacks, Barracuda, and Rooster Fish. Tuna prepared for a snack on the boat and some of our catch taken to be cooked for dinner. Wonderful. We will be back with the rest of our family!!!
Adam Jacobson
Adam Jacobson
2023-12-30
Great time fishing with Moses and Alex on the boat Wasabi Junior. They were on time, made everything aboard easy, and were very friendly. We caught a barracuda, a mahi mahi, and a blackfin tuna. The crew prepared ceviche on the boat and sent us home with clean fillets. Highly Recommend!
Chris carnes
Chris carnes
2023-12-27
Really enjoyed going out on the La Lisa with Jose and his mate. We had a great time and caught lots of fish. The trip was highlighted with my first Roosterfish! Definitely a trip I will remember for a lifetime.
Victor Salas
Victor Salas
2023-09-28
The captain & crew went above and beyond to help me catch my bucket list fish! Me and my wife had an incredible experience! I will never forget the experience! Thank you all!! God bless!!
Lacy Ware
Lacy Ware
2023-09-27
Great time and caught our dream fish! Highly recommend!!
Jared Luken
Jared Luken
2023-08-15
First mate and captain were very accommodating. Felt very comfortable. Landed one 43″ Mahi, lost a much bigger one, and a sailfish. Nice ride home along the coast line as we dodged a storm.
Scott T
Scott T
2023-08-09
The best charter fishing experience we have ever taken. The crew is professional, knowledgeable and personable. We caught two dorado and one marlin. Highly recommend fishing with Tuna Fish.
William Ford
William Ford
2023-08-08
My fiancé and his brother caught fish that were amongst the biggest, we all had ever seen! We were able to take enough fish home to feed at least three family and as many as 5

Costa Rica Inshore Fishing Species

costa rica inshore fishing in Papagayo

Dorado

Roosterfish fishing in Papagayo

Roosterfish

Red snapper fishing in Papagayo

Red Snapper

Jack crevalle fishing in Papagayo

Jack Crevalle

bonito fishing in Papagayo

Bonito

Mackerel fishing in Papagayo

Spanish Mackerel

Amberjack fishing in Papagayo

Amberjack

costa rica inshore fishing for grouper

Grouper

Inshore Fishing Charters Highlight

  • All fishing charter departs at 7:30 AM, but we can do it earlier under the client’s request!
  • Charter duration:  4 hours (7:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.).
  • Rates are per boat and not per person.
  • Check the # of people per boat on the boat info.
  • Some boats can take extra persons for $100 pp

Charters include: Ballyhoo or live bait when possible, fishing equipment, snacks, bottled water, ice bags, fresh fruits, soft drinks, local beer, juice, Catch cleaning & filleting, and lunch on full-day charters.

When should I book?

To ensure availability, it is recommended that you book as soon as possible, particularly during the holidays.