[Texas Topaz]

Hey guys I am a new member and am looking for some help planning a trip to Costa Rica. Has anyone fished the Osa area and have any recommendations on charters? We are looking to do 4 days offshore in Feb. Also, I have seen the ixtapa zihuatanejo area mentioned. Has anyone fished both areas and have a preference? I am not familiar with either area but am craving some good sportfishing! Any help would be greatly appreciated!

 

[dafink]

cr

usually around that time of year los suenos is the place to go. it all depends on what kind of boat you want to fish on, and also accomadations

 

[Bret]

Topaz, there are a few of us on the board who have fished with John and Mark of sportfishing unlimited out of Playa Zancudo.. They are from the Corpus area and have been fishing down there for 15+ years.. They're great fisherman, and will usually fish an hour or so longer than any of the other lodges.. There is a package deal or inquire about the do it yourself lodging.(read save $$)
www.sportfishing.co.cr

 

[TX CHICKEN]

Topaz,
Bret and Goags both highly recommended these guys to me 4 years ago and I have fished with them every year since and they are great. I would also recommend staying in Zancudo as it will add about 30-45 minutes of fishing and is a cool little town as well. Even the package deal is way cheaper than the other guys down there. Feel free to PM me if you have any questions.
Mike

Here is a link to last years report.
http://2coolfishing.com/ttmbforum/showthread.php?t=155211

Topaz, there are a few of us on the board who have fished with John and Mark of sportfishing unlimited out of Playa Zancudo.. They are from the Corpus area and have been fishing down there for 15+ years.. They're great fisherman, and will usually fish an hour or so longer than any of the other lodges.. There is a package deal or inquire about the do it yourself lodging.(read save $$)
www.sportfishing.co.cr

 

[Africanut]

Costa Rica

Captain Rudy - Dominical CR. 011-506-8305-4393
Haven't used him but got his name and number in case we go there.

Have fished with Fred in Drake's Bay. http://www.drakebay.info/ojala.htm

Hope that helps.

 

[The Captain]

www.costaricacharterfishing.com
www.ticofish.com
I got one more, let me look it up. They are in Sierpe Costa Rica
here it is www.costa-ricafishing.com

 

[Hired Gun]

Costa Mar Dream Catchers in Quepos has been great for the wife and I more than once. 36' older Hatt for 750.00, 28' regulator 450.00. Great crews and they work hard to get you on the fish. Couple hours south of Los Suenos and not so glitzy/expensive. Where ever you go in CR will be great fishing. A half day inshore for roosters is a must.

 

[bigrome12]

I fished out of Los suenos last spring. Nice boats and great crew....they let us stay out late one day when the bite was a bit slow.

 

[wascoach]

If you really want to get away from the world as you know it - go to Zancudo - Zancudo Lodge (used to be Roy's) is great - very nice facilities and some creature comforts - and I have met the guys referenced in the other notes but didn't fish with them - might do so next time. This is definitely not Los Suenos but you really get to see the "real" Costa Rica.

 

[Texas Topaz]

Hey guys thanks for all the suggestions! I got ahold of John with Sportfishing Unlimited and he is hooking us up with everything and going out of Zancudo! Thanks again!

 

[mcgolfer]

texas topaz
you made an excellant choice. i have stayed in zancudo and fished with john and marc. it was the best charter i have ever been on as far as having a great overall fishing experience. very laid back and a hoot to fish with. they fished hard and long. i can't wait to go back.....rick

 

[The Captain]

You will have a great time with them. Have fun, catch fish!!

 

[TX CHICKEN]

I am jealous as it looks like I will have to skip CR for the first time in several years. You will have a great time with them and be ready to fish hard.
Mike

 

[Century2900]

the el pescador out of los suenos is the ticket. there is a hotel in the town of jaco that is cheap, short taxi ride to los suenos marina.

 

[Bruce Glover]

It's been several years since I've been to Zijuatenejo but, while we only caught tuna. The dock was loaded up with marlin that were kept rather t;han released. That may have changed but until I hear differently, I'll never fish there again. Costa Rico rocks and if we wind up getting taxed into oblivion, it might be agreat place to set up headquarters. I've only fished out of Los Suenos and it is above my pay grade. Next time down there, I'll try Zancudo