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Fishing Charters Costa Rica

Private charter yacht on the water off Jacó, Costa Rica
Jacó · Herradura Bay · Central Pacific

Jacó Fishing Charters: 13 Private Boats from $1,050 a Day

Every boat in the fleet on one page, from 28-foot sportfishers to a 58-foot Riviera, with real full-day prices, guest limits and what each boat is best at. Send us your date and we’ll tell you what’s open.

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13private boats
28–58 ftsize range
$1,050lowest full-day rate
1990local in Jacó since
Fishing from Jacó

Deep water close to the beach

Jacó is a short drive from Herradura Bay, where most of these boats are docked. From there, the rocky points and reefs are minutes away, and the bluewater for sailfish and marlin is a fairly short run out.

Price is only part of the decision. Group size, how long you want to be out, and whether anyone needs shade, a restroom or air conditioning matter just as much. Each card below covers those things, so you can shortlist two or three boats before you contact us.

  • Every boat is private, with its own captain and mate
  • Most boats offer half days as well as full days
  • Choose from 13 boats for anything from 2 to 12 people
Sportfishing boat heading out from Herradura Bay near Jacó
How it works

Booking takes three messages

01

Tell us the basics

Share the day, how many people, and where you’re staying, by form or WhatsApp.

02

Get a shortlist

We look at what’s open that day and come back with a few options, priced in full.

03

Lock it in

Pick a boat and we’ll send the dock, meeting time and what to bring.

The fleet

Jacó charter boats by group size

Prices are for a full day. Tap “Boat details” for photos and the full specs, or “Quote this boat” to add it to your request.

Small boats, 28–32 ft

Up to 5 guests

Seven boats sized for two to five people. They’re the cheapest way to fish Jacó, and every one can fish inshore or offshore.

Mathis 28-foot private fishing boat ready for a day trip out of Jacó28 ft

28ft Mathis

$1,050full day + tax

Cheapest way onto the water

Good for two to five people on a budget. It’s quick, so less of your day goes into travel and more into fishing, whether that’s close to shore or out in deeper water.

Guests
5
Speed
22 knots
Open center-console boat for up to four anglers on Herradura Bay28 ft

28′ Center Console

$1,050full day + tax

Open deck, walk-around fishing

Nothing gets in the way of your rod on this deck. Anglers who like to fight fish themselves can work all the way around the boat. Best for four or fewer.

Guests
4
Speed
22 knots
Allin 29-foot sportfishing boat with outriggers near Jacó29 ft

Allin – 29ft

$1,050full day + tax

Family-friendly and simple

Simple, sturdy and easy to fish from. A good choice if you want to try both reef species and offshore fish without paying for a bigger hull.

Guests
5
Speed
22 knots
Mako 32-foot fishing boat cruising off the Central Pacific coast32 ft

32ft Mako

$1,200full day + tax

Quick runs to the fish

A fast hull makes the trip out shorter, which helps when the fish are biting farther from shore. It also turns well around rocky points closer in.

Guests
5
Speed
22 knots
Dalia S II 30-foot sportfisher heading out from the Jacó coast30 ft

Dalia S II

$1,350full day + tax

More deck, still affordable

A 30-footer that gives a small group extra space without jumping to a mid-size price.

Guests
5
Speed
22 knots
Satisfaction 30-foot charter boat on calm water off Jacó30 ft

Satisfaction

$1,700full day + tax

Inshore or bluewater

Equally happy chasing roosterfish along the coast or running offshore for sailfish. Up to five guests.

Guests
5
Speed
22 knots
Whistle 32-foot Carolina-style sportfisher docked in Herradura32 ft

Whistle – 32ft Carolina

$1,700full day + tax

Has its own restroom

Choose this one if a toilet on board matters to your group. The Carolina hull is set up for both trolling offshore and fishing the coast.

Guests
5
Speed
22 knots

Mid-size sportfishers, 34–36 ft

6–7 guests

More shade, a restroom and room for six or seven. Pick one of these for a long day in deep water.

Kido 34-foot sportfishing boat with shaded deck for seven guests34 ft

34ft Kido

$1,700full day + tax

Seven guests at a small-boat price

The best value for a party of six or seven. It has a shaded deck and a private restroom.

Guests
7
Speed
22 knots
34-foot Jacó charter boat with air-conditioned cabin34 ft

34ft Jaco Charter

$1,950full day + tax

Air-conditioned cabin

A cool cabin to rest in and a private restroom make long offshore days easier, especially with family on board.

Guests
6
Speed
22 knots
Dream Raiser 36-foot Cabo Express running offshore from Jacó36 ft

Dream Raiser Sportfishing

$2,150full day + tax

Cabo Express, multi-day capable

Plenty of room to spread out on this Cabo Express. Book it for a long bluewater day, or ask about running it over more than one day.

Guests
7
Speed
22 knots

Big boats & private yachts, 40–58 ft

8–12 guests

For large parties, celebrations, or a day where comfort matters as much as the fishing.

Xeneize 40-foot Bertram yacht for private fishing and cruising40 ft

Xeneize – Private Charter Yacht

$2,500full day + tax

Restored Bertram, up to 10

A classic Bertram brought back to life. It suits groups of up to ten who want to mix fishing with some time cruising the coast.

Guests
10
Speed
20 knots
Mojito 48-foot boat for large fishing groups and celebrations48 ft

Mojito – 48ft

$2,800full day + tax

Largest group capacity

The boat for twelve people, birthdays or company outings. On certain dates it can also do a Tortuga Island day instead of fishing.

Guests
12
Speed
18 knots
Bow sun loungers on the Ohanal 58-foot Riviera VIP yacht58 ft

Ohanal – 58ft VIP Yacht

$3,900all-inclusive full day

Top of the range

A Riviera 58 with an air-conditioned flybridge, three staterooms and two bathrooms. It still fishes hard offshore, with full crew service through the day.

Guests
8
Speed
Air-conditioned flybridge

Prices can change, and tax and inclusions depend on the boat. We confirm the exact total and dock before you pay anything.

Price list

All 13 boats, cheapest first

BoatLengthMax guestsFull dayBest for
28ft Mathis28 ft5$1,050Couples, small budgets
28′ Center Console28 ft4$1,050Hands-on anglers, 4 max
Allin – 29ft29 ft5$1,050Families, mixed fishing
32ft Mako32 ft5$1,200Faster runs offshore
Dalia S II30 ft5$1,350Small groups wanting room
Satisfaction30 ft5$1,700Roosterfish or sailfish
Whistle – 32ft Carolina32 ft5$1,700Groups needing a restroom
34ft Kido34 ft7$1,700Parties of 6–7
34ft Jaco Charter34 ft6$1,950Air-con comfort
Dream Raiser Sportfishing36 ft7$2,150Long offshore days
Xeneize – Private Charter Yacht40 ft10$2,500Groups of up to 10
Mojito – 48ft48 ft12$2,800Groups of up to 12
Ohanal – 58ft VIP Yacht58 ft8$3,900VIP / luxury day

The full-day rate is the boat’s published price before tax (Ohanal is all-inclusive). Half days are cheaper on most boats.

Trip types

Inshore, offshore or a group day out

TripWhat you’re afterUsual lengthBoats to look at
InshoreRoosterfish, cubera snapper, jacks and grouper around the rocks and reefsHalf day works wellAny small boat
OffshoreBillfish (sailfish, marlin), plus wahoo, yellowfin tuna and mahi-mahi in deep waterFull dayMako, Dream Raiser, 34-footers
Group or VIPA relaxed day with shade, space and good service, with some fishingHalf or full dayXeneize, Mojito, Ohanal

Species you can target from Jacó

What’s biting depends on the month. Check the calendar before you pick a date.

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FAQ

Jacó charter questions

What is the cheapest fishing charter in Jacó?

Three boats cost $1,050 for a full day plus tax: the 28ft Mathis, the 28′ Center Console and Allin. Half days cost less. Message us for the half-day price.

Which boat works for a group of 10 or 12?

Xeneize, a restored 40-foot Bertram, takes up to ten guests. Mojito, at 48 feet, takes up to twelve and is the largest group boat on this page.

Is there a boat with air conditioning?

Yes. The 34ft Jaco Charter has an air-conditioned cabin, and the Ohanal 58ft VIP yacht has an air-conditioned flybridge and three staterooms.

Which smaller boats have a toilet on board?

Whistle, a 32-foot Carolina, has a private restroom. So do both 34-footers, Kido and the 34ft Jaco Charter.

Is tax included in the prices?

The prices shown are for a full day, and tax is added on top. Ohanal is the exception: its price is all-inclusive. We send you the exact total before you book.

Can I mix fishing with a non-fishing outing?

Yes. The larger boats are popular with mixed groups. On some dates Mojito can do a Tortuga Island trip, and Xeneize can split the day between fishing and cruising.

Where do I get on the boat?

Most boats leave from the Herradura Bay area, just north of Jacó. We send the exact dock and meeting time when we confirm your booking.

Free quote

Find out which boats are free on your date

You don’t need to choose a boat first. Tell us your plans and we’ll suggest the best options that are available.

  • Every charter is private for your group
  • You see the full price before you book
  • Asking costs nothing and commits you to nothing

Prefer to talk? WhatsApp +506 8310 8393 or call 1-800-507-9476 (US/Canada).

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