Private Yacht Fishing in Tamarindo: Marlin, Sailfish & Tuna

Six hours on a yacht rigged for marlin and sailfish, with lunch and drinks waiting between catches.

A private yacht fishing experience in Tamarindo puts you on the Pacific for six hours with a live guide in English or Spanish, targeting marlin, sailfish, yellowfin tuna and wahoo. You board at the Tamarindo office, receive safety briefing, then head to the fishing grounds with all tackle and technique handled by the crew. Lunch, fresh fruit, snacks and beverages are served aboard the yacht, which features large leather armchairs and wooden interior.

The experience

The yacht is built for comfort on the water: genuine leather armchairs, elegant wooden interior, and a full galley. You start at the Tamarindo office where the guide walks through the day's plan and safety, then head straight to the boat. The six-hour window on the Pacific is split between active fishing and the downtime when the crew handles rigging and positioning. Marlin and sailfish are the headline species, but yellowfin tuna and wahoo show up regularly depending on the season and conditions.

Lunch and snacks arrive between fishing runs, along with soda, bottled water, and alcoholic beverages if you're over 21. The guide speaks English or Spanish and stays with you the whole time, reading the water and coaching you through the fight when something takes the line. Pickup is included, so you don't need a car to reach the Tamarindo office where the day begins.

What’s included

• Private yacht with leather armchairs and wooden interior.
• lunch and fresh fruit.
• soda and bottled water.
• alcoholic beverages for guests over 21.
• all fishing tackle and equipment.
• live guide in English or Spanish.
• hotel pickup in Tamarindo.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:00

Book up to12h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Tamarindo Xperience

Is this one for you?The private yacht means you're not sharing the boat or the catch with other groups, and pickup from your hotel settles the logistics if you're staying in Tamarindo without a car. The six-hour window fits a half-day into a longer itinerary without eating the whole day.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

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 species of fish can I actually catch on this yacht in Tamarindo?

Marlin, sailfish, yellowfin tuna and wahoo are the primary targets. The exact species available depends on the season and what's running in the Pacific that day, but the crew knows the grounds and adjusts the strategy accordingly.

How long is the fishing experience and what time does it start?

The experience runs for six hours total. You'll meet at the Tamarindo office first for a briefing and safety rundown, then board the yacht and head to the fishing grounds.

Is lunch included, and what about drinks?

Yes, lunch is included along with fresh fruit, snacks, soda and bottled water. Alcoholic beverages are served to guests over 21. Those under 21 receive non-alcoholic options instead.

Do I need to bring my own fishing gear or know how to fish?

All fishing tackle and equipment are provided on the yacht. The guide handles the technical side of rigging and positioning, and will coach you through the catch when you hook something.

How do I get to the boat if I don't have a rental car?

Pickup is included in the experience, so the crew will collect you from your hotel or accommodation in Tamarindo and bring you to the office where the day starts.