Sailfish Fishing Costa Rica

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Sailfish tire easily and should be revived after a long fight to ensure their survival, Catch & release these fish is mandatory. The speed, fighting ability and aerial acrobatics off the Sailfish make it one of the most thrilling catches any angler can experience. Doing it in the tranquil and beautiful tropical waters of Costa Rica can only be described as the thrill of a lifetime! Sailfish are also thought to be the fastest fish in the entire ocean, reaching speeds up to 68 mph, so when you hook one you’re going to have a great fight on your hands!

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Our team knows how to cater to any fisherman. From seasoned anglers to people who have never held a fishing rod, and everyone in between. We handle everything so you can focus on having the best fishing trip in Costa Rica! We usually start catching them with consistency in November all the way through March. Water temperatures play a huge role in the fishing season though, as well as bait migrations.

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There is no doubt about it, the Sailfish Fishing Los Suenos is world class. In fact, both the line class and fly class world record Sailfish were caught right here in Costa Rica!

Just like any type of fish, they can turn on and off from day to day, but Costa Rica Sail-fishing is considered to be very consistent and you have a great shot at catching sailfish every time you head out. Some trips yield a couple of bites and other trips may yield double-digit numbers of bites.

A picture in the water is usually the best way to remember your catch of a lifetime, or a “TAXIDERMY ” is another beautiful option. A Taxidermy is a fiberglass replica of your fish, custom painted to look just like yours did!