Pacific Coast Fishing Charter: Half-Day Mahi Mahi & Tuna

Four hours hunting Mahi Mahi and tuna while the Pacific brings dolphins and rays alongside.

A half-day fishing charter on Costa Rica's Pacific Coast where you fish for Mahi Mahi, yellowfin tuna, red snapper, wahoo and a rotating list of other species, using mixed techniques matched to what the crew finds biting that morning. The boat carries a trilingual crew (English, Spanish, French), all fishing equipment and bait, bottled water, snacks, fruits and beer. You bring nothing but your appetite and willingness to cast a line. The crew adjusts tactics throughout the four hours to keep the action moving and suit what everyone on board wants to catch.

The experience

The half-day charter departs in the morning and fishes the Pacific coast for four hours, targeting whatever is running that day: Mahi Mahi, yellowfin tuna, red snapper, wahoo, mackerels, groupers, sailfish, roosterfish and others. The crew mixes techniques (trolling, jigging, live bait) to match the conditions and the fish, so the day is not locked into one approach. All gear and bait come with you. You just show up ready to fish.

The boat has a shaded area with cushioned seating where you can rest between bites, and the crew keeps water, sodas, beer, snacks and fruit flowing throughout. Between the fishing, the Pacific brings its own show: dolphins, rays, sea turtles and sometimes whales cruise past while you are working the lines. The crew speaks English, Spanish and French, so language is not a barrier to understanding what is happening or what to do.

Four hours is enough time to move between a few productive spots and land fish without eating up your whole day. The charter handles all the logistics (the boat, the tackle, the bait, the knowledge of where to go), so you walk on, fish, and walk off with whatever you caught and the memory of what else was moving in the water around you.

What’s included

• All fishing equipment and baits.
• bottled water, sodas, beer, snacks and fresh fruit.
• shaded seating area with cushioned seats.
• trilingual crew (English, Spanish, French).

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:00

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and French

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Sea Breeze Fishing & Adventures

Is this one for you?Book this charter if you want to fish in a small group with a trilingual crew who adjusts techniques based on what's biting, rather than committing to a single method for the full day.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and French.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What kind of fish will I have a chance to catch on this charter?

The Pacific Coast charter targets Mahi Mahi, yellowfin tuna, red snapper, wahoo, mackerels, groupers, sailfish, roosterfish, amberjacks, cubera snappers, jack crevalles, rainbow runners, African pompano, skipjacks and tuna mackerels, depending on what is biting when you go out. The crew adjusts techniques and location throughout the four hours to match what is running.

Is all the fishing equipment included, or do I need to bring my own gear?

All fishing equipment and bait are included with the charter, so you do not need to bring or rent anything. The crew provides everything you need to fish.

What happens if I get seasick or want to rest during the four hours?

The boat has a shaded area with comfortable cushioned seating where you can relax between fishing or if you need a break. You can stay in the shade and still watch the action, or step back up to fish whenever you feel ready.

Will I see wildlife besides fish on this charter?

Yes. Dolphins, rays, sea turtles and sometimes whales cruise the Pacific Coast while you are fishing, so you will have chances to watch marine life even when the fish are not biting.

What beverages and food are provided during the half-day trip?

The charter includes bottled water, sodas, beer, snacks and fresh fruit throughout the four hours, so you stay fed and hydrated without needing to bring your own supplies.