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Los Sueños Fishing Charters: The Best Sportfishing Experience in Costa Rica

Welcome to Los Sueños Fishing Charters, the center of top-notch sportfishing on Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast. From trophy marlin offshore to strong roosterfish inshore, this is where anglers from around the world come to pursue their dreams.

Book your next adventure from Los Sueños Marina in Playa Herradura, only minutes from Jacó Beach, the most luxurious and productive sportfishing spot in the country. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced angler, our skilled crews, tournament-equipped boats, and year-round fishing ensure an unforgettable experience.

Why Choose Los Sueños Fishing Charters?

Los Sueños Marina is more than just a port; it’s a legend in sportfishing. It sits in a calm bay on Costa Rica’s Central Pacific. This location offers quick access to some of the best billfish waters in the world.

Here’s why anglers call it the “Billfish Capital of the World”:

Incredible Billfish Seasons: From December through April, you can expect multiple hookups every day with sailfish, blue marlin, and striped marlin.
Luxury and Convenience: The marina has top-notch yachts, fine dining, shops, and hotels all in one place.
Expert Crews: Our captains know every current and drop-off in these waters. Many have won tournaments and are recognized by the IGFA as professionals.
Year-Round Action: When billfish aren’t in season, yellowfin tuna, mahi-mahi, snapper, and roosterfish keep rods bent throughout the year.
Easy Access: It’s only 90 minutes from San José Airport, the quickest way to reach world-class fishing anywhere in Costa Rica.

Inshore Fishing from Los Sueños

If you prefer calmer seas and exciting near-shore action, our inshore charters stay close to the coast, casting along reefs, river mouths, and rocky structures.

You’ll target:

– Roosterfish, a Costa Rican icon known for its impressive dorsal fins and incredible strength.
– Cubera snapper, powerful fighters that dive deep and hit live bait hard.
– Jack Crevalle, Sierra Mackerel, and Snook, which offer constant action on spinning and light tackle.

Inshore trips are perfect for families, beginners, or anyone who enjoys fast-paced fishing with a view of the tropical shoreline. Most charters last half a day (5 hours) or three-quarters of a day (6–7 hours) with calm waters and steady bites.

Sportfishing Roosterfish
Yellowfin Tuna: Offshore Trip

Offshore Fishing, Where Big Game Dreams Come True

Travel 20 to 40 miles out into the deep blue Pacific, and you’ll see why Los Sueños Fishing Charters are on every angler’s must-try list.

The offshore waters are home to:

– Blue, Black & Striped Marlin – powerful, acrobatic, and plentiful.
– Pacific Sailfish – known for multiple daily catches during peak season.
– Yellowfin Tuna – tough fighters that offer tasty fillets for dinner.
– Dorado (Mahi Mahi) – colorful, energetic jumpers that bring excitement.
– Wahoo – fast fish that strike unexpectedly.

Full-day offshore trips, usually lasting 8 hours, let you pursue trophy fish using live bait or trolling spreads. Captains will guide you to the spots where the fish are biting best.

Our Fleet & Crew

We work only with top Los Sueños boats and captains who have decades of experience on these waters.

Choose from:

28- to 32-foot center consoles, perfect for inshore and light offshore days.
36- to 50-foot sportfishers, featuring air-conditioned cabins, full electronics, outriggers, and professional gear.
Luxury yachts up to 60 feet, designed for serious anglers seeking comfort and performance.

All charters include:

Professional crew and bilingual captain
Shimano or Penn International rods and reels
Bait, tackle, and lures
Drinks, snacks, fruit, and beer
Safety gear and insurance

Best Time to Fish Los Sueños

One of the best parts of fishing at Los Sueños is that there is always something biting.
Here’s what to expect throughout the year:

SpeciesPeak SeasonNotes
SailfishDecember – AprilDry season = flat seas & high numbers
Blue MarlinNovember – December & March – AprilDouble-digit release days possible
Black MarlinJuly – AugustOften found near seamounts and reefs
Mahi Mahi (Dorado)May – OctoberCommon after rainy season storms
Yellowfin TunaYear-roundBest May – September
Roosterfish & SnapperYear-roundConsistent inshore targets

Book a Fishing Charter

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$ 1050 $ 3850

Los Suenos Marina Fishing CHarters

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$2 800 Full Day
Capacity
6
Feet
38
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$3 650 Full Day
Capacity
8
Feet
52
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$1 450 Full Day
Capacity
4
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28
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$2 700 Full Day
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6
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36
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Tres Amigos Los Suenos
$2 700 Full Day
Capacity
6
Feet
38
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$2 900 Full Day
Capacity
7
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41
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$2 700 Full Day
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6
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36
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$3 480 Full Day
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8
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48
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Cicle Hook Los Suenos
$2 600 Full Day
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6
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37
47ft Cabo Los Suenos
$3 600 Full Day
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8
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47
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Sample Boats & Rates

(Prices may vary with season and availability; contact us for current rates.)

Boat NameSize / TypeTrip TypeFull Day Rate (USD)
Ambition47 ft Cabo YachtOffshore Marlin Charter$3,600
Circle Hook36 ft SportfisherOffshore / Inshore$2,450
Jaco 48 ft Ocean YachtLuxury SportfisherOffshore Fishing$3,480
Scartebrian52 ft HatterasPremium Offshore$3,650
36 ft HatterasClassic SportfisherFull or Half Day$2,600 – $2,900
42 ft CharterModern YachtFull or Half Day$2,400 – $2,700
38 ft Tres AmigosOffshore / InshoreFull or Half Day$2,200 – $2,600
36 ft Los Sueños CharterOffshore ActionFull Day$2,600

Book Your Los Sueños Fishing Charter Today

Don’t just dream about trophy fishing, make it happen. Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned angler, Los Sueños offers the ultimate Costa Rica fishing experience.

top TArgeted fish species

Sailfish Costa Rica

Sailfish

Sailfish – The Airtime King, due to its impressive speed and spectacular acrobatic jumps, this predatory trophy makes each fishing bucket list.Sailfish is recognized as the fastest fish in the ocean to reach speeds over 68 mph (110 km / h). Fishing Dreams, the pilgrim, is abundant all year round, especially from December to March.
Marlin Fishing in Costa Rica

Marlin

Marlin – A top predator, the fish most revered by fishermen as the King of Sportfishing due to its strength, force, size, and toughness. The best time to catch this price of fish is from December to April, but you can still target this fish any time of the year.

Yellowfin Tuna

Yellow tuna

Yellow tuna – is Considered the fastest and probably the most robust tuna game. Anglers who fish for its incredible strength love it. Tuna is very common from January to June, but most can be felt in spring and early summer in parts of Costa Rica.

Roosterfish

Roosterfish

Roosterfish – is one of the most famous fish for their large spines of the fish’s dorsal fin. Roosterfish looks are paired with a rampant attitude and are a fascinating time for any fisherman to catch. Charters of Los Suenos Marina Roosterfish capture all year round but are most abundant from November to March.

Dorado Mahi Mahi

Dorado Mahi Mahi

Dorado (Mahi Mahi)  If you are looking for Dorado” Mahi Mahi,” you can book your Fishing Charters in Los Suenos and have the best chance to catch fish from late May to November. During the rainy or green season in the country (the most torrential rains usually come in October).

Red Snapper Fishing in Costa Rica

Snapper

Snapper – Snapper Fish is a predator found in rocky areas near the coast with depths of 59-180 feet. These fish will fight for their lives, and shallow waters are an entertaining game on the light throw and taken from working shelves and holes. July to December are the great moments to fish these incredible fish.

 
Wahoo Fish

Wahoo Fishing

Wahoo – These cruises are the only predators and fast torpedos to offer a crushing strike and establish their smoking reel with powerful tracks.

It is always a surprise when one of these villains hammers your bait, so it is a favorite of many fishermen. With Fishing Charters, Los Suenos, the best time to fight these rockets is from July to August.

Best Fishing Spots Around Los Sueños

Jacó Beach, the closest town to San José, offers excellent inshore action and quick access to the marina.
Gulf of Nicoya has productive reef systems filled with snapper, amberjack, and mackerel.
Herradura Bay features calm, protected waters home to roosterfish, jacks, and snook, making it great for half-day charters.
Pacific Offshore Drop-Offs are deepwater areas 20 to 40 miles out where marlin and sailfish gather year-round.

Fishing Charter Packages & Experience

Whether you’re planning a family trip, a bachelor party, or a corporate retreat, we’ll help you find the right boat, crew, and trip length.

Our team takes care of everything, including bait, gear, and transfers from Jacó or San José if quoted.
You just need to bring your enthusiasm and sunscreen.

Package Options Include:

– Full-day offshore charters
– Half-day inshore trips
– Multi-day marlin expeditions (FAD fishing available on request)
– Customized group packages with a private chef and lodging

Book Your Los Sueños Fishing Charter Today

Don’t just dream about the big one, catch it.
Whether it’s a blue marlin offshore or a trophy roosterfish near Herradura Bay, our Los Sueños Fishing Charters put you exactly where the action is.

Experience why Los Sueños is called the Billfish Capital of the World, and why anglers keep coming back year after year.

Tight lines and Pura Vida from the Costa Rica Fishing Experts!

Book Your Fishing Charter Now!

Expert Guides: Our seasoned captains know these waters like the back of their hands. They’ll take you to the hottest fishing spots, ensuring you reel in the catch of a lifetime.

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Local: +506 8310 8393

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