Private Reef Spearfishing in Manuel Antonio: Hunt Your Own Fish

Dive into Manuel Antonio’s vibrant underwater world with expert guides and all gear provided.

A private half-day spearfishing activity in Manuel Antonio where you hunt fish on the Pacific reefs with a guide, boat and all equipment provided. After a brief safety and technique introduction, you enter the water with a rubber speargun to target species like cubera snapper, red snapper, snook and barracuda. The tour includes a 15 to 20 minute boat ride to prime spots, guidance from an instructor in the water, and a fruit snack and drinks on the return.

The experience

You depart from the Quepos marina on a 25-foot boat and head out along the Pacific coast toward Manuel Antonio. The guides share information about the hidden beaches, environment and wildlife of the zone during the 15 to 20 minute run to the reefs. Once you reach the spearfishing spots (selected by the local guides based on current conditions), the crew gives you a brief introduction to rubber spearguns, freediving technique and safety before you enter the water.

In the water, you hunt under your instructor's guidance, targeting fish like cubera snapper, red snapper, snook and barracuda in the colorful reef environment. The guide stays with you throughout, offering real-time direction and ensuring your safety. After you've had time to spear, the crew pulls you back aboard and serves a refreshing fruit snack with water and sodas while you head to the next reef spots. On the return, the boat passes by the islands of Manuel Antonio National Park so you can take in the coastal views before heading back to the marina.

All spearfishing equipment (rubber spear guns, masks and flippers) is provided. The guide speaks English, Spanish or Italian, and hotel pickup is included in the booking. You'll need a valid spearfishing license, which costs $50 per person and is arranged online before the tour.

What’s included

• Private boat transportation from the Quepos marina.
• all spearfishing equipment including rubber spear guns, masks and flippers.
• safety and technique instruction from an experienced guide.
• fruit snack with water and sodas.
• hotel pickup.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:00 and 13:00

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 14 pickup points.

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.

Prices and times updated 15 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Quepoa Spearfishing

Is this one for you?This is a hands-on water activity where you actively hunt and spear fish under instruction, so comfort in the ocean and basic swimming ability matter. The half-day format leaves your morning or afternoon free to explore Manuel Antonio or rest between activities.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Italian.

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 fish species can I expect to spear in the Manuel Antonio reefs?

The reefs around Manuel Antonio hold cubera snapper, red snapper, snook and barracuda. The guides know where each species congregates and will position you at the spots most likely to yield a catch on the day you go.

How long does it take to reach the spearfishing spots from the marina?

The boat ride from Quepos marina to the prime reefs takes 15 to 20 minutes, giving you most of the half-day on the water hunting.

Do I need to know how to spearfish before I book?

No. The crew gives you a brief introduction to rubber spearguns, freediving technique and safety before you enter the water, and your instructor guides you throughout the hunt.

What's included in the tour price?

The tour includes private boat transportation, all spearfishing equipment (rubber spear guns, masks and flippers), a fruit snack, water and sodas, and hotel pickup. You arrange your own spearfishing license online for $50 per person.