Tamarindo Costa Rica fishing charter for Tuna, Sailfish, Marlin, and Wahoo.

We're located in the community of Tamarindo Beach, on the northwest Pacific coast of Costa Rica. The waters in front of Tamarindo are well known as one of the "hot spots" for world class sportfishing! We offer a wide variety of fishing for our clients, whether they are seasoned anglers, or have never held a fishing rod in their hands.

Catering to the individual needs of clients, we excel at instructing the novice, young or old, how to hook and land his or her own fish. We also accommodate the preferences of the veteran fisherman with a complete range of fishing techniques and the finest tackle and equipment. We can accommodate an individual, a couple, a family, or a group of any size.

Tamarindo Charter Fishing

The waters in front of Tamarindo Beach are the primary fishing grounds for the northwest Pacific coast sportfishing fleet. Tamarindo itself faces a major shore ward sweep of the continental shelf and the 100 fathom line. For this reason, our run time to deep, blue-water fishing(10-30 min.) is less than that of other locations.

Although we have excellent fishing year 'round, our peak seasons are April-August and November-March. April-August is the traditional fishing season in this area, as fishing takes place directly in front of Tamarindo, often only a ten minute run away. Half day and hourly charters fish closer to shore with lighter tackle in search of mackeral, dolphinfish, wahoo, tuna and other species, or bottom fishing for amberjack, snapper, shark or roosterfish. Full day charters move offshore in search of large dolphinfish, giant tuna, sailfish, and blue, black and striped marlin.

November-March is the "high season" tourist-wise. The weather is characterized by high offshore winds which frequently preclude deep water fishing in front of Tamarindo because of rough seas. Half day and hourly charters on the smaller boats during this period spend time offshore only as weather permits, returning to fish the shoreline for roosterfish and other species if winds build. Full day charters run 30-60 minutes to the south to find calm waters which are protected from the wind. This area to the south hosts dolphinfish, wahoo, giant tuna, sailfish and blue, black,and striped marlin during this time of year. There is no particular "season" as regards what species are available. For instance, September and October are generally the height of the rainy season, and vacation time for many of us, yet we often experience superb fishing during these months. All species mentioned above, and more, may be caught at any time of the year.

All Captains are experienced professionals, and as a group represent the most comprehensive body of local knowledge of these waters available in Costa Rica. Our primary concern is conservation. Catch-and-release is practiced on all billfish; with food species the practice is catch what you can eat and release the rest. We need and welcome any support offered for conservation efforts in order to protect the incredible resource we share.

CAPULLO 36-Foot Custom Topaz Sportfisher - Our flagship is the Capullo, a 36 foot custom Topaz Sportfisher. The Capullo is a luxury twin engine diesel sportfisher which can seat six comfortably, but is also ideal for one or two couples. Capullo is outfitted for serious fishing with state-of-the-art equipment, as well as the amenities demanded by those with an eye for quality

22-foot BOSTON WHALERS - Also very popular are our unsinkable Boston Whalers. These boats will handle up to four anglers, but are ideal for individuals or couples. Rigged for serious fishing also, the Whalers have been favorites in these waters for years and are great for anglers on a budget.

Charters include all tackle, bait, ice and refreshments. Half Day charters include snacks and beverages. Full Day charters include snacks, lunch and beverages. All tackle is provided and is state-of-the-art: Penn International, Shimano, in 12-80 lb. test, all IGFA. Please bring your own ultra-light and fly fishing tackle. We specialize in fly fishing for billfish, tuna, dolphin and other species. Tamarindo fishing

Our Captains sponser conservation ethics in sportfishing in Costa Rica. Catch-and-release is practiced on all billfish. With food species, the practice is catch what you can eat and release the rest.

We specialize in group charters: We have access to a variety of diesel sportfishers: 31' Bertrams, Rampages, Gamefishers, etc., which can accommodate up to 4 persons, as well as 38' Topaz and 40' Rybovich, which accommodate up to six.

We're happy to accommodatge a group of any size, such as clubs or company group vacations. We will book the boats necessary to accommodate the number of people in the group. In multiple-day charters group members can rotate among boats if desired. 90-day advance notice is advisable for large groups.

Capullo Sportfishing offers complete Tamarindo Costa Rica fishing charter packages 3 day and 5 day hotel/fishing with select hotels and B&B's in Tamarindo Beach, Costa Rica.

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