Within the vast expanse of the Pacific wait countless fish. Each season brings a new breed for anglers to chase, a new discovery to make. There is no end to the possibilities.

Despite this endless collection--from the Dorado to the Snapper, the Wahoo to the Yellow Fin Tuna--there is one creature that always captures the imagination: billfish. This breed dominates the Costa Rican shoreline, maddening to catch but impossible to refuse. 

Anglers wishing to track these fish must first recognize the most common types: learning where to find them, when to hunt them and why a charter service (like the Dragin Fly) is so important.

There are three billfish found in Costa Rica throughout the year:


These billfish are among the most popular choices for anglers. Finding them can prove difficult, however, without the support of a charter crew (like the Dragin Fly). Take advantage of seasoned sailors to track these elusive breeds.

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The Dragin Fly is a 42’ Maverick sport-fishing yacht.

Speciality: The Dragin Fly specializes in sport-fishing cruises, specifically targeting Billfish.
 
Description: The Dragin Fy is a Maverick yacht. It measures 42’ and houses a 455 HP Cat engine, reaching a cruising speed of 28 knots. It is governed by a captain and two mates.
 
Anglers: Up to six anglers can board the Dragin Fly.

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Sport fishing is a common pastime--especially along the shores of Costa Rica. Anglers delight each year in the Pacific waters and abundant schools, eagerly casting their lines in hopes of finding Marlin, Spanish Mackerels and more. 

Too often, however, do anglers forget that sport fishing is more than just a single experience. Instead it embraces a variety of excursions... and each of these excursions can now be found in Costa Rica with help from experienced charter ships, like the Rock & Roll.

Sport fishing is a broad category. Within it travelers will find multiple options to consider (each of which can be tailored to a Costa Rican adventure with the Rock & Roll crew).


Choosing the right type of sport fishing is essential. Recognize which option most appeals and then choose a corresponding charter.

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The Rock & Roll is a 55′ Hatteras sport fishing charter. 

Anglers: Up to 8 (a surcharge fee applies for additional passengers)

Engine: Twin Detroit 12-71TIs diesels

Cruising Speed: 20 knots.
 
Rock & Roll is clearly one of the largest and tricked out sport fishing boats in the the Central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. Once you experience an adventure with the Rock & Roll family you'll travel here again and again.
 
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Costa Rica is a long stretch of shoreline. Its beauty is incomparable; its cities are charming; and thousands flock each year to explore its many offerings.

What waits beyond the shore, however, is also worth discovering... especially with help from the Devilish Dreams.

Costa Rica--specifically the area of Los Suenos--provides more than inland adventures. Instead it offers deep-sea sport fishing. These off-shore opportunities allow every angler (from the billfish champion to the mackerel chaser) to cast their lines with ease. 

Tucked along the curve of Los Suenos is the Pacific Ocean There anglers will discover seasonal fishing, with every month yielding new breeds to track and steady currents to enjoy. Chartering a ship--like the Devilish Dreams, which emphasizes off-shore sporting--provides instant access to Marlins, Sailfish, Tuna and more. The possibilities are many. The thrills are undeniable.

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The Devilish Dreams is a 55’ Hatteras sport fisher.

Speciality: The Devilish Dreams specializes in offshore fishing.
 
Description: The Devilish Dreams is a sport fisher option. It measures 55’ and is a Hatteras design, complete with twin diesel engines and a 24 knots cruising speed. It is run by a captain and two mates (all who are bilingual).
 
Anglers: Up to 15 anglers can board the Devilish Dreams. A $150 surcharge is required for every angler after 8.


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The sight of a Marlin--with its straight bill and high fins, body a collection of scales and strength--rising from the waves is unforgettable. These massive fish arch out of the water, taunting anglers and casting shadows. They are easy to spy along the Costa Rican shoreline. 

They are not, however, easy to catch... unless an experienced charter crew, like the one found on the 60 Megabites, is chosen.

Each year Costa Rica--specifically the area of Los Suenos--welcomes thousands of anglers, many determined to chase Marlin. This is a lofty goal but also one that’s not often accomplished. These fish are quick in the water and ferocious on the line. They move with a brutal efficiency, ever the ocean predator. Trying to capture them proves difficult for the professional angler and almost impossible for the novice. 

A charter crew, however, can help sway the odds. These individuals--like the captain and mates of the 60 Megabites--understand not only the Pacific, but also the migrational patterns of Marlins. They are familiar with seasonal shifts and currents, as well as luring this breed with specialized bait, rods and trolling lines. Utilizing their skills offers anglers the best chance to succeed.

And that transforms a simple vacation into a Los Suenos experience.

Take advantage of charter crews. Track Marlins with support from the 60 Megabites and similar ships. 

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60 MEGABITES is a 60' Hatteras. 

Description: The 60 Megabites is a 60’ Hatteras. It features a Twin 1400 HP Cat engine, which allows it to achieve a cruising speed of 26 knots. It is manned by a captain and first mate.

Anglers: The 60 Megabites accepts up to 14 anglers. A $50 surcharge is required for each angler after 8.

Engine: The 60 Megabites has a Twin Cat engine (3412e, 1400 HP). It reaches a cruising speed of 26 knots and a top end speed of 34 knots.

Comfort: The 60 Megabites features three expansive cabins, as well as three bathrooms. It also has a large, air-conditioned salon. Access to a microwave, stove, four refrigerators, two freezers, an ice maker, a water maker and a washer and dryer is available.

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Costa Rica is the center of sport-fishing. Enthusiasts from across the globe come to sample the wealth of Mackerels, Crevalles and Dorados found there. They charter ships and sail from Los Suenos, exploring what the Pacific has to offer.

Those explorations, however, require a fishing license.

Those who wish to discover Costa Rica (especially the diverse landscapes of Los Suenos) must understand the need for a license. All forms of fishing--whether freshwater or deep-sea--require proper certification and, as of January 1st 2011, that certification costs $30 USD per year. There was once a monthly option for casual fishermen but this has ceased.

A fishing license can be purchased in Los Suenos. Representatives of the Costa Rican Fisheries Institute (known locally as Incopesca) are found along the marina and will provide the necessary paperwork, which must then be presented to any charter service before an excursion. 

This is simple--but necessary--investment allows every fishermen to indulge in the Pacific Region.

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Costa Rica is a fisherman’s paradise. This is a widely known--and widely accepted--truth. The country’s natural beauty and seasonal schools (with Marlins, Roosterfish and others migrating there each year) make it an obvious destination for those who favor rods and reels.

This Pacific region, however, wasn’t always the location of choice for travelers. It has only been in recent years that tourism (especially within the Jaco and Los Suenos areas) has developed... and with that development comes economic and social growth.

Sport-fishing dominates the Costa Rican shores, generating an estimated two percent of the country’s total domestic gross (or the equivalent of $600 million). 

Every year sees a rush of travelers, all wanting to sample the white sand and steady waves. These individuals number in the thousands, equaling over 20% of the total tourist population. They generate employment--such as charter services--and economic change. It is believed that their presence has helped to make Costa Rica an international force. The area is no longer just a collection of preserves and tiny towns. Instead it’s a destination with unlimited potential.

And fishing is the reason it’s being discovered now.

The thrill of sport-fishing can’t be denied. The effect it has on Costa Rica, however, is just as vital. Adventure and economy finally combine.

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