





Spend four exciting hours fishing the productive waters of Flamingo Bay and the nearby Catalinas Islands. This private inshore fishing charter is designed for anglers of all experience levels looking to experience the thrill of Costa Rica's Pacific fishery. Guests fish alongside an experienced captain using a variety of techniques including trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, casting, and popping. Target species may include roosterfish, snapper, grouper, tuna, mahi mahi, mackerel, amberjack, and other tropical reef fish. This inshore fishing charter Flamingo experience combines action-packed fishing with beautiful coastal scenery and calm bay waters.
The experience begins at the beach in Playa Potrero, where the crew assists guests onto a panga transfer that takes them directly to the fishing vessel. After a short briefing, lines are in the water and the search for Pacific gamefish begins.
Throughout the trip, anglers fish a variety of productive coastal areas around Flamingo Bay and nearby islands. Depending on seasonal conditions, guests may encounter roosterfish cruising the shoreline, snapper around reef structures, or schools of tuna and mahi mahi moving through deeper water.
The captain adapts techniques throughout the trip, utilizing trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, casting, and popping to maximize opportunities. This approach keeps the experience engaging for both experienced anglers and first-time fishermen.
Any legal keepers that are not catch-and-release species can be cleaned and filleted by the crew at the end of the trip, allowing guests to enjoy their catch after the adventure.
- Professional Local Guide
- Fruits
- Bottled Water
- Soft Drinks
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Fishing Equipment
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Towel
- Light rain jacket
- Dry clothes for after the trip
- Fishing license (if applicable)
- Costa Rica sport fishing license required for anglers aged 16 and older
- Fishing license must be purchased independently
- Approximate fishing license cost: $17 USD per angler
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
Arrive at the meeting point and meet Captain Kevin for a fishing and weather briefing. The captain will review current conditions and recommend the most productive fishing plan for the day.
Fishing begins almost immediately after departure. The boat works along Flamingo Bay and surrounding bay islands, targeting active feeding areas and productive reef systems.
The furthest point reached is approximately 8 miles offshore near the Catalinas Islands. Protected bay waters generally provide calmer fishing conditions.
Fish throughout the entire four-hour charter before returning to shore.
📍 Playa Potrero, Costa Rica Complete location will be sent after booking.
$850 USD in total (1 to 6 Persons)
More than 72 hours before departure: Full refund. Between 24 and 72 hours before departure: 50% refund. Less than 24 hours before departure: No refund. Seasickness does not qualify for a refund. Guests may return to shore early; however, no partial refunds are provided for unused charter time.
Tours operate in rainy conditions when safe. If weather or sea conditions make operation unsafe, the tour will be canceled and a full refund will be issued.
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