Maverick Sportfishing
Surf, Boats & Diving · Jacó & Herradura · Water activities
A large sportfishing fleet based at Los Sueños Marina in Herradura, running fully crewed offshore charters for sailfish, marlin, tuna and dorado. Boats range from a 32-footer for small groups to 50-ft sportfishers for up to eight anglers, with tackle, drinks and lunch on board.
- Best time
- morning
- Booking
- Book ahead
Highlights
- Twelve boats from 32 to 50 ft, for 4 to 8 anglers
- Sailfish, marlin, dorado, yellowfin tuna and wahoo offshore
- Crew, tackle, bait, snacks, soft drinks and beer included; lunch on full days
- Departures from Los Sueños Marina, about an hour from San José airport
Tips
- Buy the Costa Rican fishing licence online before the trip ($17 per person)
- Book early for peak season, mid-December to April
- Ask for the current rate sheet: prices are quoted on request
- Fishing license $17, cash
- Peak season Dec–Apr
- Rates on request
Good to know
- Fishing licence is not included and must be paid in cash if bought locally
- Prices are not published online
Contact & directions
- Website: https://www.mavericksportfish.com/
- Phone: +506 2637 8942
- Location: 9.650315, -84.6650988 — Google Maps · Waze
Secret spots nearby
- Playa Marina Los SueñosBeachA beach in the Jacó coast.
- Playa HerraduraBeach · FreeA horseshoe bay of dark sand just north of Jacó, tucked between headlands, so the water is far calmer than Jacó's surf.
- Playa Faro EscondidoBeachA beach in the Jacó coast.
- Playa ConejoBeachA beach in the Jacó coast.
- Playa MatapaloBeachA beach in the Jacó coast.
- Playa FantasiaBeachA beach in the Jacó coast.
Sources: https://www.mavericksportfish.com/ · https://www.mavericksportfish.com/charter (morning start, no times or durations) · 0014_jaco.sql · intel-C.json · traveler reviews checked 2026-10-10