Fly Fishing Costa Rica

When most people think of Costa Rica they generally think of laying on the beach and taking in the tropical sun as well as visiting the volcanoes and nearby attractions. For those of you who love fishing, deep sea fishing should be the first thing you think of when you consider travelling to Costa Rica for your vacation time this winter. Many of the accommodations throughout the coastal areas of Costa Rica offer deep sea fishing vacation packages that can be booked well in advance to make sure that you have the opportunity to enjoy deep sea fishing on your vacation.

Some of the most popular deep sea fishing packages you will find will include your lodging for up to 7days, your transportation from the airport, 3-4 days of charter and fly fishing as well as complimentary breakfasts throughout your stay. This type of package is completely customizable for those who are staying longer, want a more expensive room, etc. When you are choosing your lodging throughout Costa Rica make sure to consider the exclusive fishing lodges that exist on the Caribbean as well as the Pacific side of the country to further enhance your fishing activities. When you book a lodging like this you don’t have to worry about the rest of your family if they are looking for other excursions, no matter where you stay in Costa Rica, excursions are always near by. Read the rest of this entry »

The Silver King Lodge offers the best fishing guides to take you through the eastern coast of the country and catch large game fish and other types of pan fish that you have never seen before. You can learn how to fly fish from the professionals as well as take in any one of the many tours and excursions that make Costa Rica the number one place to be for winter vacationers. Do you want to spend your vacation in the jungle and still experience the luxury of a 5-star hotel? The Silver King Lodge can make this happen for you with their single, air-conditioned cabins that each offer Wi-Fi connection to keep you in contact with your friends and family during your stay.

After a long day out on the ocean you can come back to the Silver King Lodge and cool off under the cool waterfall pool or relax on the beach to soak in the full environment Costa Rica has to offer. From here you can take in one of their famous gourmet, buffet style meals and retire to your private cabin that appears to be much more than a cabin, it is breathtaking! When you book at stay at the Silver King Lodge you don’t have to worry about bringing anything with you, they even do your laundry at your request so you don’t have to worry about a thing during your stay. Read the rest of this entry »

Fly fishing is quickly becoming the most popular excursion within Costa Rica because of the incredibly large variety of species which can be caught through this exhilarating form of fishing. Every avid angler wants the opportunity to catch a Marlin at one time or another and Costa Rica offers a wide variety of Marlin that can be caught throughout many different areas of the country and contrary to what you may think, catching a Marlin is not that unheard of. Many tourists return home from their Costa Rican adventure with pictures and fishing stories of their fight with the famous Marlin.

Quepos is one of the most highly recommended coastal towns on the Pacific side of Costa Rica when it comes to fly fishing for Marlin. Blue and Black Marlin are the most common, however once in awhile a striped Marlin is caught and released because of its rarity. Offshore fly fishing is the absolute best way to catch Marlin and anytime during the months from December to May. The high season for this type of extreme sport fishing is from January through to March and if fly fishing is your choice of excursion during your stay it is always beneficial to book ahead because locals often take advantage of this new popular sporting event as well. Read the rest of this entry »

Planning a Costa Rica fishing vacation can take a lot of work because now more than ever there are dozens of different fishing lodges, booking companies and vacation touring companies waiting to get your business. This type of variety can make for a difficult choice. Although there is far more to Costa Rica than fly fishing, hundreds if not thousands of tourists a year come strictly for the fishing and there are many different types of fishing vacation packages you can choose from today.

Within the area of the Osa Peninsula, which is only about 30miles north of the Panama border, you will find the best sport fishing vacation packages and excursions. With the Pacific Ocean and the Gulfo Dulce to choose from when it comes to your fly fishing needs, you have more options here than anywhere else in the country. Here you will find dozens of different accommodations, including speciality fishing lodges to make for the perfect fishing vacation. Also, if you are interested in all-inclusive accommodations within the area, the Crocodile Bay Lodge is a great combination of the two luxuries; fishing resort and all-inclusive convenience. Read the rest of this entry »

Combine kayaking and fishing and you have a fun, tropical adventure within the boundaries of beautiful Costa Rica. Although kayaking is great exercise, you do not have to be in impeccable shape to take advantage of this amazing fishing excursion. You will be amazed just how much ground you can cover in a short amount of time, distracted by the beautiful scenery that only Costa Rica can offer. During your journey from shore out to the sea, you are trolling with deep sea fishing lures and using your own muscles and power to troll the line. There is nothing like fighting with a big fish while trying to balance on a kayak! Read the rest of this entry »