Private sport fishing out of Quepos
Offshore and inshore charters from Marina Pez Vela, minutes from Manuel Antonio, operated by Costa Rica Fishing Company.
Quepos, the gateway to the Pacific
Quepos sits minutes from some of the richest fishing grounds on Costa Rica's Central Pacific coast. Nutrient-rich currents pull a remarkable range of species toward the same stretch of water, offshore and inshore, through every month of the year.
The offshore grounds — the famed Quepos Pocket among them — are known for explosive billfish action. Closer in, the rocky points and river mouths around Manuel Antonio hold their own kind of fishing entirely.
One marina. Two oceans of possibility.
Offshore — the deep blue
Run beyond the shelf and the water turns a colour you don't forget. Sailfish are here much of the year, with multiple releases on the best days. Blue and black marlin move through from December to April, while yellowfin tuna and mahi-mahi take over the warmer months.
What any single day brings depends on the season and the conditions — but the offshore grounds off Quepos are about as generous as Pacific fishing gets.
Inshore — along the coastline
The rocky points and estuaries around Quepos and Manuel Antonio are home to roosterfish, cubera snapper and jack crevalle. On lighter tackle it becomes an adventure in itself — close to shore, fast, and well suited to families and first-time anglers.
Many days mix the two: a run offshore for the morning bite, then back toward the coast to hunt the points.
Four ways to head out
The charters are operated by Costa Rica Fishing Company — a local team specialised in offshore and inshore fishing out of Quepos.
Full-Day Offshore Charter
The classic bluewater day. Long enough to reach the offshore grounds and stay on the bite — built around sailfish, marlin, yellowfin tuna and mahi-mahi when the season lines up.
3/4-Day Offshore Charter
A shorter run at the deep water for anglers who want offshore species without a full day at sea. Time on the troll, and a real shot at billfish.
Half-Day Inshore Charter
Close-to-shore action for roosterfish, snapper and jack crevalle. The easiest way in — perfect for families, beginners and anyone short on time.
3/4-Day Inshore Charter
More time to work the points and estuaries along the coast. The same inshore species, with the hours to chase them properly.
Aboard · Marina Pez Vela
A private experience
Local, experienced, and reading the water
Captains who fish these grounds year-round and know where the bite moves with the season. On a private charter the boat is yours for the day — no crowds.
Everything rigged and included
A modern, fully-equipped boat with all rods, reels and tackle on board. Step on with nothing but sunscreen and a hat if that's all you've got.
Offshore trolling, inshore casting
Whether you're set on billfish offshore or working the points for roosterfish, the day is run around what you want to catch and the conditions on the water.
Catch-and-release, by default
Billfish are released to fight another day. Keep a fish for the table when it makes sense — the call is always yours, made with the resource in mind.
The team behind the charters
Quepos Sport Fishing is the sportfishing side of Costa Rica Fishing Company — a local operator based at Marina Pez Vela, running private offshore and inshore charters with captains who fish these waters year-round.
A day on the water is often just the start. Costa Rica Fishing Company works with a small circle of trusted local partners, so it's easy to turn your charter into a full Quepos and Manuel Antonio adventure.
What you can go after
Seasons are a guide, not a guarantee. What you encounter on any given day depends on the conditions on the water and the time of year.
When each fish runs
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How a fishing day unfolds
Meet at the marina
An early start at Marina Pez Vela in Quepos. Exact times are set around your charter and the tide.
Cast off from Marina Pez Vela
A short briefing, gear checked, and you're underway from one of Costa Rica's premier marinas.
Run to the grounds
Offshore toward the bluewater, or along the coast to the points — wherever the day's fishing points the captain.
Fishing
Trolling the spread offshore or working lighter tackle inshore. The boat is yours, at your pace.
Back to the marina
Lines in, then a run back to Marina Pez Vela to wrap up the day.
Everything ready to fish
Experienced local captains
A modern, fully-equipped charter boat
All fishing gear, rods, reels and tackle
Catch-and-release or keep, your call
Trips for first-timers through to expert anglers
Marina Pez Vela & Manuel Antonio
Charters depart from Marina Pez Vela, one of Costa Rica's premier marinas, set right at the edge of Quepos and only minutes from Manuel Antonio National Park. It's a rare combination — world-class fishing and one of the country's most beloved stretches of coast, side by side.
Marina Pez Vela, Quepos, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Phone / WhatsApp: +506 6277 1812
reserve@costaricafishingcompany.com
Let's plan your day on the water
Tell us your dates and what you're hoping to catch, and we'll come back with availability and the right charter for you.
Quepos fishes well year-round. Sailfish peak from December to April, while mahi-mahi and tuna are most abundant from May to October. The right month depends on what you'd most like to catch.
The main offshore targets are Pacific sailfish, blue and black marlin, yellowfin tuna, mahi-mahi and wahoo, depending on the season and conditions.
Quepos is excellent for inshore fishing. Roosterfish, snapper and jack crevalle are commonly found near the rocky points and river mouths around Quepos and Manuel Antonio.
All charters leave from Marina Pez Vela in Quepos, just minutes from Manuel Antonio.
Charters are operated and booked through Costa Rica Fishing Company, with experienced local captains running every trip. Send an enquiry above or book directly with the team.
A sport fishing license is required in Costa Rica. It can usually be arranged as part of your charter — Costa Rica Fishing Company can confirm the details when you book.
Charters are private and typically take up to about six anglers. Exact capacity can vary by boat, so let us know your group size and we'll confirm the right charter.
Bring sunscreen, a hat, polarized sunglasses, light clothing and a camera. All rods, reels and tackle are provided on board.
Yes. Billfish such as sailfish and marlin are released to protect the fishery, while edible species like tuna, mahi-mahi or snapper can be kept when regulations allow.
Yes. The half-day inshore charter is ideal for families and first-time anglers, with close-to-shore action and a relaxed pace.
Marina Pez Vela is in Quepos, on Costa Rica's Central Pacific coast, just minutes from Manuel Antonio National Park.
Quepos is roughly a three to three-and-a-half hour drive from San José (SJO), or a short domestic flight to Quepos La Managua airport.
Quepos La Managua (XQP) handles domestic flights. Most international visitors arrive at Juan Santamaría (SJO) near San José and continue by car or domestic flight.
Yes. Manuel Antonio and its national park are only a few minutes from Quepos and Marina Pez Vela, so it is easy to combine fishing with the beaches and rainforest.
Marina Pez Vela is in central Quepos, minutes from Manuel Antonio. From San José you can drive, fly to Quepos, or arrange private transport.
Ready to head out
Pick your dates, and we'll set up the day. Offshore, inshore, or a little of both.