Manzanillo: Sport Fishing – Catch Tarpon in Costa Rica
Join our sport fishing tour in Manzanillo, Costa Rica, and fish for tarpon, mackerel, barracuda, and jack. Enjoy the views of the coast and the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge from the fishing boat.
Highlights
Feel the thrill of fishing for tarpon, jurel, barracuda, and jack
Enjoy breathtaking views of Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast
Fish with local captain Alberto, who knows the waters by heart
Experience and unforgettable adventure on the water, Big Game fishing
Bring your catch to a local restaurant to have it cooked for you
Set out from the calm shores of Manzanillo with Captain Alberto, a local fisherman who’s spent his life on these waters and knows every reef and current like the back of his hand. Whether you’re new to fishing or an experienced angler, Alberto will make sure your trip is unforgettable, guiding you with skill, and patience.
The main catch on this popular tour is tarpon (Sabalo), but you may also reel in jurel (mackerel), barracuda, or jack, depending on the season and sea conditions. Most guests choose to release the larger fish after taking a few photos, but you’re welcome to keep jurel (mackerel) if you’d like to take it home for a fresh local meal. There is also a local hot spot restaurant you can bring your fish to, and they can cook it up for you ($), or bring it back to your place for a fresh fish dinner!
Enjoy the adventure of sport fishing these beautiful waters and stunning views of the coast alongside Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. All fishing gear, bait, water, and fresh tropical fruit are provided, and you’re welcome to bring along a few cervezas to enjoy while you're fishing.
Includes
Fishing gear and bait
Local captain and guide (Alberto)
Water and fresh tropical fruit
Support and safety equipment
Alcoholic beverages
Not suitable for
Children under 14 years
Pregnant women
People prone to seasickness
What to bring
Comfortable shoes
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Drinks
Biodegradable sunscreen
Know before you go
Most guests choose to release the larger fish after taking a few photos.
You can keep jurel (mackerel) if you’d like to take it home for a fresh local meal.
There is a local restaurant where you can bring your fish to be cooked.
Join our sport fishing tour in Manzanillo, Costa Rica, and fish for tarpon, mackerel, barracuda, and jack. Enjoy the views of the coast and the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge from the fishing boat.
Highlights
Feel the thrill of fishing for tarpon, jurel, barracuda, and jack
Enjoy breathtaking views of Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast
Fish with local captain Alberto, who knows the waters by heart
Experience and unforgettable adventure on the water, Big Game fishing
Bring your catch to a local restaurant to have it cooked for you
Set out from the calm shores of Manzanillo with Captain Alberto, a local fisherman who’s spent his life on these waters and knows every reef and current like the back of his hand. Whether you’re new to fishing or an experienced angler, Alberto will make sure your trip is unforgettable, guiding you with skill, and patience.
The main catch on this popular tour is tarpon (Sabalo), but you may also reel in jurel (mackerel), barracuda, or jack, depending on the season and sea conditions. Most guests choose to release the larger fish after taking a few photos, but you’re welcome to keep jurel (mackerel) if you’d like to take it home for a fresh local meal. There is also a local hot spot restaurant you can bring your fish to, and they can cook it up for you ($), or bring it back to your place for a fresh fish dinner!
Enjoy the adventure of sport fishing these beautiful waters and stunning views of the coast alongside Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. All fishing gear, bait, water, and fresh tropical fruit are provided, and you’re welcome to bring along a few cervezas to enjoy while you're fishing.
Includes
Fishing gear and bait
Local captain and guide (Alberto)
Water and fresh tropical fruit
Support and safety equipment
Alcoholic beverages
Not suitable for
Children under 14 years
Pregnant women
People prone to seasickness
What to bring
Comfortable shoes
Sunglasses
Sun hat
Drinks
Biodegradable sunscreen
Know before you go
Most guests choose to release the larger fish after taking a few photos.
You can keep jurel (mackerel) if you’d like to take it home for a fresh local meal.
There is a local restaurant where you can bring your fish to be cooked.