What is deep-sea fishing like in Costa Rica, and what kinds of trips are available?
Sport fishing along the central Pacific coast of Costa Rica is exceptional, and there are game fish to be caught during all months of the year. Many world record fish have been caught off the coasts of Costa Rica, and Sailfish, Marlin, Roosterfish, Dorado (Mahi Mahi), Red Snapper, Tarpon and yellow fin Tuna are the prime catches. The best fishing months are December through April. Sport fishing is mostly “catch and release” (a small number are kept for trophies or for eating.) Dominical is a fishing “hot spot,” with charter companies offering all-inclusive full- or half- day deep-sea trips on 21 – 31 ft. boats, for up to 4 or 6 people.
