Costa Rica is known for more than being a world-renowned fishing destination. On top of offering a host of top-notch spots for sport fishermen, the region is a haven for travellers searching for natural, untouched beauty. 

For visitors with a wanderlust and a ready rod, a charter fishing trip to Costa's Rica's Cocos Island is a must-do trip. If you've ever wondered how it would feel to be the only soul on a desert island, Cocos Island can help put your curiosity to rest. The uninhabited isle, about 500 kilometres from Costa Rica's Pacific side, is one of the country's national parks and is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

After spending some time fishing along the western coast in Los Suenos or Jaco, make the relatively short trip into the depths of the Pacific. Aside from its beautiful virgin beaches, the waters around Cocos are a haven for hammerhead sharks, according to Marlin magazine. And while the island's park and heritage statuses mean the surrounding waters are protected, Costa Rica's sport fishermen can wander a mere eight miles from the isle's beaches to find premier striped Marlin fishing territory.