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Reel in the BIG one with our expert guides and top-of-the-line gear!! BEST Sport Fishing and Fishing Packages in Costa Rica!!
Reel in the BIG one with our expert guides and top-of-the-line gear!! BEST Sport Fishing and Fishing Packages in Costa Rica!!
At Chi Chi Mae Sport Fishing, we've been passionate about fishing for over 30 years. Our Owner, Jamie O'Brien, once a commercial lobsterman in an earlier life out of Plymouth, Massachusetts, started this business for his love of the sport and desire to share it with his kids and others. He has 18 years as resident of Playa Zancudo since purchasing his fishing camp in 2007.
After many years operating in his various entrepreneurial businesses, he started this one to slow life down a bit, to live more in the meaningful moments, to have a healthy hobby, to create a family-oriented environment, and to consistently force himself to fully immerse into the intense nature we are so spoiled to have in our front yard, The Golfo Dulce.
Captain Jamie knows talent. And he has selected the best available co-captains and mates in Playa Zancudo to offer the best, most knowledgable and safest services to his charter clients who choose to come to him for action. Safety and service are our highest priorities. You can rest assured that you are in good hands.
He recently upgraded his boat in an acquisition of a 34β Black Fin vessel complete with 2 newer 250HP Suzuki 4 stroke outboard engines, tuna tower with outriggers, fish fighting chair, below deck bathroom, and all the best electronic equipment and fishing gear for getting them fish on da boat!
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Chi Chi Mae Sportfishing LLC, Limitada is an advocate for all things of The Conservation. The Conservation strives to insure vibrant and sustainable coastal communities where marine lovers, recreational, artisanal and commercial fisheries collaborate to ensure the oceanβs resources are protected from overfishing today and for future generations.
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Calle Zancudo, Golfito - Puntarenas, 60704, Costa Rica
Open today | 08:00 am β 06:00 pm |
Sundays Closed for Hangovers and Bloody Marys! Yeaaah Buddy! πΉπ»
Chi Chi Mae's team can arrange all your travel needs once you hit our humble lands of Costa Rica. We can provide an in country stay and transit package for you and your guests. This would include your inbound night when arriving San Jose at airport hotel, transfer from hotel to SJO airport next day, Domestic Sansa Flight From SJO to Golfito, pickup at Golfito airport and ground/water transport to Golfito or Playa Zancudo Hotel. For a quote on this service please feel free to send us a message!
Peak Offshore Season - January & February
Happy New Year! January is prime time for landing Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Yellowfin Tuna (100 to 250 pounds), massive Sailfish (over 100 pounds), and hefty Dorado (50 to 60 pounds). Even with a bit of chop from the north trade wind, the fishing is fantastic, especially for marlin lovers. February keeps the excitement rolling with Blue Marlin and Sailfish releases, plus the occasional Striped Marlin. Black Marlin.
Inshore Season - March to May
March shifts to inshore fishing, bringing diverse opportunities. Look for big Yellowfin Tuna and a thriving inshore scene with Roosterfish, Cubera Snapper, and Grouper. Baitfish hatching in the shallows attract Grouper and Snapper, making for thrilling fishing adventures. April is outstanding for inshore fishing, with record-sized Roosterfish, Cubera Snapper, and Grouper. You'll also spot school-sized Yellowfin Tuna (20 to 60 pounds) near the coast. Billfishing is hit or miss, so most boats focus on inshore action. May continues the inshore fun with abundant Roosterfish, Cubera Snapper, Bluefin Trevally, and Grouper. Sailfish start appearing a few miles offshore, and the seas remain calm.
Offshore Season - June to December
June marks the start of our offshore season and a busy Sailfish time, with multiple bites per day and double hookups. Inshore fishing peaks, especially for big Roosterfish over 70 pounds.
July is prime for Marlin, Sailfish, and Dorado, with Slams becoming common. Inshore fishing stays strong with big Roosterfish and Cubera Snapper. August offers amazing chances for big Blue Marlin and Sailfish, with Black Marlin closer to shore. Yellowfin Tuna and sizable Dorado add to the excitement, and inshore fishing remains hot for Roosterfish and Cubera Snapper. September keeps the momentum with Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, and Sailfish offshore, and great bites for large Yellowfin Tuna and Dorado. Inshore fishing is excellent, with increasing Wahoo bites. October and November bring some rain but also fantastic fishing. December wraps up the year with a stellar mix of species: Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Sailfish, Yellowfin Tuna (100 to 250 pounds), and Dorado (50 to 60 pounds). Plus, there's a chance to target big Roosterfish and Cubera Snapper inshore.
January - Tuna, Marlin and Dorado taper off. Number of Sailfish begins to increase.
February - Prime time for Sailfish. Occasional Marlin, Tuna or Dorado.
March - Prime time for Sailfish.
April - Sailfish numbers drop mid-April and some Marlin begin to appear.
May - Slower for Billfish. Typically seeing schools of Spinner Dolphins with Yellowfin Tuna.
June - Slower for Billfish. Spinner Dolphins with Yellowfin Tuna.
July - Marlin appear. Maybe a Black Marlin as well as Blues, Striped Marlin. A chance for Tuna.
August - Marlin and Tuna.
September - Slower for Billfish. A chance for Tuna and Dorado.
October - Dorado begin to appear in numbers with Marlin close behind.
November - A mixed bag of Dorado, Marlin and some BIG Tuna.
December - Marlin, Dorado, Tuna and Sailfish are all possibilities.
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