Sailfish Pictures from Costa Rica

When it comes to fishing for sailfish, you can sometimes do great on a small boat

This sail was brought in on a 29-footer.

The size of this one is pretty typical of what you will catch in Costa Rica, from eight to ten feet from tail to spike and averaging anywhere from ninety to one hundred and ten pounds.


It is not uncommon for a boat to bring in ten or more of these lightweight but heavy fighting fish in a single day during the peak of the season

Other times you might reel in one or two.

For the ultimate offshore fishing trip here, you want to go out on at least a thirty-three footer. It takes about 30 to 50 minutes (longer in off season) to get to the deep water where the sailfish feed.


A large craft such as a forty-five footer or longer is especially recommended if you are taking along non-fishing guests. The ladies in particular will appreciate a "head," or restroom, as well as the more comfortable ride that you will get.