Manuel Antonio Fishing Trips from Marina Pez Vela
Compare private inshore and offshore sport fishing trips from Quepos, Costa Rica, and choose the right option for your group, target species and time on the water.
Fishing trips in Manuel Antonio, at a glance
Fishing trips in Manuel Antonio depart from Marina Pez Vela in Quepos and include private inshore and offshore options from 4 to 9 hours. Prices range from $950 to $1,550 depending on trip length and fishing grounds.
Four ways to fish Manuel Antonio
Every trip is a private charter operated from Marina Pez Vela. Choose by time on the water and the species you want to chase — inshore near the coast or offshore in deeper water.
Half-Day Inshore Fishing Charter
- Duration4–5 hours
- Schedule7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Best forRoosterfish, snapper
- GroupUp to 6, private
¾-Day Inshore Fishing Charter
- Duration6–7 hours
- Schedule7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Best forRoosterfish, snapper
- GroupUp to 6, private
¾-Day Offshore Fishing Charter
- Duration6–7 hours
- Schedule7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Best forSailfish, mahi-mahi, tuna
- GroupUp to 6, private
Full-Day Offshore Fishing Charter
- Duration8–9 hours
- Schedule7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Best forMarlin, sailfish, tuna
- GroupUp to 6, private
Which fishing style fits your day?
Both styles leave from Marina Pez Vela. The difference is how far you run and what you target once you get there.
| Comparison | Inshore Fishing | Offshore Fishing |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from shore | Closer to the coast and reef lines | Farther out, into deep blue water |
| Target species | Roosterfish, snapper and coastal game fish | Sailfish, blue marlin, mahi-mahi, yellowfin tuna |
| Typical duration | Half-day or ¾-day (4–7 hours) | ¾-day or full-day (6–9 hours) |
| Water conditions | Generally calmer, shorter runs | Open ocean, longer runs to the grounds |
| Good for | First-time anglers, families and shorter mornings | Anglers focused on billfish and bigger pelagics |
| Trips available | Half-Day ($950) · ¾-Day ($1,150) | ¾-Day ($1,300) · Full-Day ($1,550) |
Pick your trip in four steps
Work through these in order and the right trip usually becomes obvious. Still unsure? Send us your dates and group size.
Set your hours
Decide how long you want on the water — a short morning (4–5 hours) or a longer day (6–9 hours).
Choose your species
Roosterfish and snapper near the coast, or sailfish, marlin, mahi-mahi and tuna offshore.
Match the distance
Inshore stays close with calmer water; offshore runs farther into deep blue water for the bigger fish.
Consider your group
First-timers, couples and families often start inshore; experienced anglers tend to go offshore.
Species off Quepos & Manuel Antonio
The waters off Marina Pez Vela hold a strong mix of billfish, pelagics and inshore game fish through the year.
Sailfish
The signature billfish of the Pacific coast, strong from roughly December through April.
Blue Marlin
The prize pelagic of full-day offshore runs into the deeper grounds.
Mahi-Mahi
Fast, colorful and excellent eating — a common offshore catch most of the year.
Yellowfin Tuna
Hard-fighting tuna found offshore, often around dolphin pods.
Roosterfish
A prized inshore target known for its dramatic comb-like dorsal fin.
Snapper
Reliable coastal game fish, ideal for shorter inshore mornings.
The Fishing Trip Experience
See what a private trip from Marina Pez Vela looks like, from the early-morning departure to the offshore fishing grounds.
Everything's on board
Each private trip comes fully equipped. You bring sun protection — we handle the rest.
Boat & Crew
Private vessel with an experienced captain and mate for your group.
Rods & Tackle
Quality rods, reels and tackle suited to inshore or offshore targets.
Bait & Licenses
Live and rigged bait plus all required fishing licenses.
Drinks & Snacks
Cold drinks and snacks on board to keep your group comfortable.
Leaving from Marina Pez Vela, Quepos
All Manuel Antonio fishing trips depart from Marina Pez Vela, the main marina in Quepos and the gateway to the Pacific fishing grounds off Manuel Antonio. Most trips leave the dock at 7:00 AM.
- Central, easy-to-reach marina in Quepos
- Roughly a 3–3.5 hour drive from San José (SJO)
- Parking, restaurants and amenities at the marina
- Standard 7:00 AM departure for all trip types
Marina Pez Vela, Quepos, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Operated by Costa Rica Fishing Company
Fishing trips are operated by Costa Rica Fishing Company, a Quepos-based sport fishing operator departing from Marina Pez Vela. Manuel Antonio Fishing Trips is part of its booking network, so every reservation is handled by the same local team and fleet that runs the trips on the water.
Manuel Antonio
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