Fishing Seasons & Species
Costa Rica’s Central Pacific offers world-class fishing year-round with peak seasons varying by species.
Offshore Species
- Black Marlin – (Excellent) Jan–Mar & Oct–Dec; (Good) Apr–Sep.
- Blue Marlin – (Excellent) Jan–Mar; (Good) Apr–Jun; (Fair) Jul–Sep; (Good) Oct–Dec.
- Striped Marlin – (Excellent) Oct–Dec; (Good) Jan–Sep.
- Sailfish – (Excellent) Jan–Mar & Oct–Dec; (Good) Apr–Sep.
- Mahi-Mahi (Dorado) – (Excellent) Jan–Mar & Oct–Dec; (Good) Apr–Sep.
- Yellowfin Tuna – (Excellent) year-round.
- Wahoo – (Good) Jan–Mar; (Excellent) Apr–Jun; (Good) Jul–Sep; (Fair) Oct–Dec.
Inshore Species
- Roosterfish – (Good) Jan–Jun; (Excellent) Jul–Sep; (Fair) Oct–Dec.
- Snapper – (Fair) Jan–Mar; (Good) Apr–Jun; (Excellent) Jul–Dec.
Fishing Report February 2026 – March 2026
Fishing conditions have been nothing short of incredible lately, with anglers experiencing some of the best action of the season. Sailfish numbers are exceptionally strong right now, with double digit hookups common on most trips. The bite has been consistent throughout the day, giving both seasoned anglers and first-timers plenty of opportunities for exciting releases.
Tuna fishing has also been outstanding. Schools have been active and aggressive, providing fast-paced action and great table fare. Many of our guests are catching fish over 100lbs with the bait of choice changing daily between live bait and artificial. Find the dolphin …find the tuna.
Roosterfish action inshore has been equally impressive. We’re seeing solid numbers along the beaches and rocky points, with several trophy-sized fish landed in recent days. These powerful fighters continue to be a highlight for those looking for that bucket list fish. Live sardines and look downs doing the damage this month.
Marlin fishing has been a bit more moderate in terms of numbers, but the quality has more than made up for it. The fish we are encountering are above average in size, and when the bites come, they’re producing some truly unforgettable moments on the water.
Overall, conditions are lining up perfectly for an exceptional fishing experience. Whether you’re chasing billfish offshore or targeting hard-fighting species inshore, now is a fantastic time to be on the water in Costa Rica.
Fishing Report December 2025 – Jan 2026
Great fishing through the start of our busy season. It has been a real mixed bag with the hot bite changing almost daily between Tuna, Sails and Marlin. Tuna fishing has been great with the biggest tuna we have ever seen down here getting caught. We boated out boats personal best in January of 260lb. Marlin fishing was great in December and slowed slightly into January but still we continue to get at least one shot at a marlin per day. Mahi-Mahi slower than usual but the ones we are finding are trophy sized 40lb +. Sailfish always in the mix, find that blue water with bait and the sails will not be far away. Inshore has been great through these months with multiple roosters being released each trip with blue runners and sardines being the live bait of choice.
Fishing Report – November 2025
All I can say is get down here! What a marlin bite going on right now. We have been seeing multiple marlin opportunities each trip, nice water holding these fish about 25-30 miles out. Our seasonal Dorado(Mahi-Mahi) run has been great this year with a nice grade of fish being found in the trash lines(20-30lb average). These fish are being found about 20 miles out in the transition area from green to blue water. Great fun and quality seafood to bring home. Also in the mix are the yellow fin tunas which have been a bit farther out but when you find them its worth the run as we have seen an average size of 65lbs with some over 100lb in the mix.
We haven’t fished inshore much this month but many reports of nice roosters around the island and some nice Cuberas caught at the 26 and other reefs.
We have been busy this month on the boat as well, working on the boat making mechanical upgrades, performing maintenenace and replacing the upholstery in the exterior so we will be all ready to rock for this high season. Hope to see y’all down here soon!