Costa Rica sailfish Hook a big sailfish and marlin
off the Pacific coast of Costa Rica this year, where sailfish abound.
All the boats here observe the "catch and release" technique. Some of
the World sportfishing records for fly fishing have been set off the
shore of Guanacaste, Quepos and Nicoya, where offshore fly fishing for
sailfish and marlin continues to increase in popularity
Sailfish Calendar
Sailfish season starts in August In the southern Pacific off Golfito,
Puerto Jimenez and Zancudo. But August also sees tremendous downpours,
so things don't usually get going until October. This area is remote,
but some nice places have opened up down in the past couple of years.
Anglers visit this area far less often than other parts of the country,
and the schools run bigger and more frequently than elsewhere. January
through March is the best time to go. Sansa and Nature Air fly into
Golfito.
Drake Bay and Golfito
Drake Bay offers a secluded bay, lots of wildlife and plenty of big
bills and other salt water gamefish. Only a few boats in the area -- try
Captain Fred. Nature Air flies here daily in high season
Quepos and Manuel Antonio
December-April is the time to head for Quepos on the mid-Pacific coast.
December and January are the prime months here. See Fishing Quepos for
more info. And Costa Rica Boat Charter for pictures of local boats.
Guanacaste and Nicoya Coast
This area enjoys good sailfishing throughout the year. Exceptional in
June-July, when the big tournaments are staged.
Playa Flamingo is perfectly situated for sailfishing, because the boats
can reach any of the many potentially hot spots with ease. For more info
on boats in this area, send an email at:
info@costaricauncovered.com
Caribbean Coast
Even on the Caribbean coast, you’ll find good sailfishing year-round,
with February through September the most prolific months on the Atlantic
coast.
Lodging, rooms, accommodations
Many beach hotels and resorts cater to fishermen, and you may also find
a luxury villa or all-inclusive resort in Manuel Antonio or Guanacaste.
You can catch Stateside news on cable or Direct TV in most places. If
you decide you like the area, local real estate agents will be happy to
show you around.
Bring a cap or some other headgear, sun block 30+PF and a camera or
video camera for pictures and photographs
Other tourism offerings
Scuba diving and snorkeling, from the shore or from a boat, can be part
of a trip to the coast. PADI courses at at the some beachfront resorts
range from beginners to advanced. White water rafting, volcano hikes,
surfing, horseback riding, canopy tours, nightlife and rainforest
strolls are among the many other things to do list" in this fascinating
vacation spot.
Questions? just send us an email at
info@costaricauncovered.com
