─ Private Charters from Playa Flamingo

Deep Sea Fishing
in Costa Rica

Head into Costa Rica’s Pacific waters with a local captain, a fully equipped boat and a fishing trip tailored to your group.

Private trips

Equipment included

All experience levels welcome

─ The Chino Salsa Difference

Experience Deep Sea Fishing from Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica

Chino Salsa runs private fishing charters from Playa Flamingo on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast. Within a short run offshore you reach productive blue water where marlin, sailfish, mahi-mahi and tuna roam.

Every trip is private to your group, so whether you’re an experienced angler or heading out for the first time, the captain and crew tailor the day around you.

Pacific

Blue water · Guanacaste

─ Book Your Trip

Choose Your Costa Rica Fishing Trip

Provisional trip formats shown below.

Confirm Chino Salsa’s trips

Half-Day

Half-Day Offshore

4 Hour

6:00 AM or 12:00 PM

Up to 10 guests

Inshore to near-offshore

Best suited for

First-timers & families

Likely target species

Mahi-mahi, roosterfish, jacks

Pricing

$1900

Full-Day

Full-Day Marlin Hunt

8+ Hours

5:30 AM

Up to 10 guests

Deep offshore grounds

Best suited for

Mixed groups, Serious anglers, Families

Likely target species

Marlin, sailfish, tuna, wahoo

Pricing

$2600

Three-Quarter Day

3/4-Day Blue Water

6 Hour

6:00 AM

Up to 10 guests

Offshore blue water

Best suited for

Serious anglers

Likely target species

Sailfish, mahi-mahi, tuna

Pricing

$2300

─ Offshore Targets

What Fish Can You Catch in Costa Rica?

Fishing opportunities vary with season, weather and ocean conditions — no catch is ever guaranteed.

Peak Aug–Nov

Blue & Black Marlin

The prize of Costa Rica’s blue water — powerful billfish fought on heavy offshore tackle.

Peak Dec–Apr

Sailfish

Acrobatic billfish famous for spectacular surface runs; a Pacific-coast signature.

Good year-round

Mahi-Mahi (Dorado)

Fast, colorful and excellent eating — a favorite for mixed groups.

Good Jun–Oct

Yellowfin Tuna

Hard-pulling schoolers often found around porpoise and bait offshore.

Possible year-round

Wahoo

Blistering strikes and high-speed runs near structure and drop-offs.

Peak Aug–Nov

Additional Species

PLACEHOLDER — confirm other offshore species targeted by Chino Salsa.

─ Seasonal Guide

When Is the Best Time for Deep Sea Fishing in Costa Rica?

Costa Rica offers offshore fishing all year, with different species peaking in different months. The chart below shows common seasonal patterns off Playa Flamingo — they are typical trends, not guarantees.

Peak

Good

Possible

Species	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Sailfish
Blue Marlin
Mahi-Mahi
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo

Disclaimer: seasons indicate common patterns only. Actual results depend on weather, water and ocean conditions and cannot be guaranteed.

Marina Flamingo

Guanacaste, Pacific Coast

─ Offshore Targets

Why Go Deep Sea Fishing from Playa Flamingo?

Fast Pacific access

Guanacaste’s coastline puts productive offshore waters within a short run of the marina.

Fast Pacific access

Guanacaste’s coastline puts productive offshore waters within a short run of the marina.

Fast Pacific access

Guanacaste’s coastline puts productive offshore waters within a short run of the marina.

─ Your Day

What to Expect on Your Fishing Charter

Arrive & meet the crew

The prize of Costa Rica’s blue water — powerful billfish fought on heavy offshore tackle.

Safety & get comfortable

Run through safety information and onboard basics before heading out.

Head out & fish

Reach the fishing grounds and fish with hands-on guidance from the crew.

Return to Flamingo

Cruise back to Playa Flamingo at the end of your charter.

─ The Vessel

Meet Chino Salsa

A purpose-rigged sportfishing boat built for comfort and offshore performance. Specifications below are placeholders until confirmed by Chino Salsa.

Make / Model

Confirm boat make

Length

Confirm boat length

Capacity

Up to 6 anglers

Engines

Confirm engines

Shade & cabin

Confirm cabin / restroom

Electronics

Confirm fish finder / GPS

Tackle

Rods, reels, tackle & teasers

Safety

Life jackets & safety gear

20+

Years guiding

─ Your Captain

Fish with an Experienced Local Captain

Captain

[Gerardo Last]

Captain Gerardo, aka “Comie” — born and raised on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast with deep local knowledge of the waters off Playa Flamingo, the captain has spent his life reading these currents and putting guests on fish.

Local experience

Playa Flamingo & Guanacaste waters

Years guiding

PLACEHOLDER — confirm

Credentials

PLACEHOLDER — licenses / certifications

Languages

PLACEHOLDER — confirm

─ Before You Go

What Is Included in Your Charter?

Included with your trip

What to bring

Items are confirmed on a per-trip basis. Do not assume an item is included until confirmed with Chino Salsa.

─ Recent Trips

Recent Fishing with Chino Salsa

Authentic moments from recent charters.

─ Guest Stories

What Guests Say About Fishing with Chino Salsa

“Best day of our whole Costa Rica trip. The crew put us right on the sailfish and made my kids feel like pros.”

Sarah M.

Family trip · Tamarindo

“Best day of our whole Costa Rica trip. The crew put us right on the sailfish and made my kids feel like pros.”

Sarah M.

Family trip · Tamarindo

“Best day of our whole Costa Rica trip. The crew put us right on the sailfish and made my kids feel like pros.”

Sarah M.

Family trip · Tamarindo

4 hour trip was just what we needed. We were able to get out on the water and catch some fish without losing a full day of our vacation.

Gabriela Hernadez

Had a great trip with the Chino Salsa crew. The amenities were better than expected and the fishing was great. Would definitely recommend this charter to anyone looking for an action packed good time.

Sandy Funkhouser

Celebrating our 10th Anniversary, my wife and I decided to take the sunset cruise.
We could not have been happier with our experience. The view, wine, and charcuterie
platter provided the perfect setting.

Matthew O’Connor

─ Trip Planning

Plan Your Deep Sea Fishing Trip

Meeting & departure point

Marina Flamingo, Guanacaste. Exact slip location shared on confirmation. [Confirm]

Transport & parking

Seasickness preparation

Accessibility

Recommended arrival time

Marina Flamingo, Guanacaste. Exact slip location shared on confirmation. [Confirm]

Weather & rescheduling

Children policy

Payment & cancellation

─ Good to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the best deep sea fishing in Costa Rica?

Costa Rica’s Pacific coast is well known for offshore fishing. Chino Salsa fishes the blue water off Playa Flamingo in Guanacaste, with fast access to productive grounds. [Confirm regional detail]

What is the best time to go deep sea fishing in Costa Rica?

What fish can you catch from Playa Flamingo?

How much does a deep sea fishing charter in Costa Rica cost?

Do you need a fishing license in Costa Rica?

What should you wear on a Costa Rica fishing charter?

Is deep sea fishing available in Guanacaste?

Are Chino Salsa fishing trips suitable for beginners and children?

Ready to Fish Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast?

Tell us your preferred date, group size and trip length, and we’ll help you choose the right charter.

Private trips from Playa Flamingo

Deep Sea Fishing in Costa Rica

Experience Deep Sea Fishing from Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica

Pacific

Choose Your Costa Rica Fishing Trip

Half-Day Offshore

Full-Day Marlin Hunt

3/4-Day Blue Water

What Fish Can You Catch in Costa Rica?

Blue & Black Marlin

Sailfish

Mahi-Mahi (Dorado)

Yellowfin Tuna

Wahoo

Additional Species

When Is the Best Time for Deep Sea Fishing in Costa Rica?

Marina Flamingo

Why Go Deep Sea Fishing from Playa Flamingo?

Fast Pacific access

Fast Pacific access

Fast Pacific access

What to Expect on Your Fishing Charter

Arrive & meet the crew

Safety & get comfortable

Head out & fish

Return to Flamingo

Meet Chino Salsa

20+

Fish with an Experienced Local Captain

Local experience

Years guiding

Credentials

Languages

What Is Included in Your Charter?

Included with your trip

What to bring

Recent Fishing with Chino Salsa

What Guests Say About Fishing with Chino Salsa

Plan Your Deep Sea Fishing Trip

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Fish Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast?

Booking Request

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