Northern Pacific Coast
In the Northern Pacific region of Costa Rica, along its famous Gold Coast you will find the popular fishing destinations of Tamarindo, Flamingo, and Playa del Coco.  Tamarindo, on the northwest side of the Nicoya Peninsula offers the best of surfing, sailing, fishing and nightlife.  ATV tours, golfing, shopping, turtle watching and more are offered in this beautiful beach community. Tamarindo’s location just 20 minutes off the continental shelf by boat makes it a spectacular place for deep water fishing. 

Flamingo boasts one of Costa Rica’s largest marinas and an annual fishing tournament in July.  Deep water fish caught in the Northern Pacific region of Costa Rica include: striped marlin, black marlin, blue marlin, sailfish, yellowfin tuna, wahoo, and dorado (mahi-mahi).  Inshore species include grouper, jack crevalle, bonito, roosterfish, Spanish mackerel, snapper, and more.  Fishing charters are widely available along the Gold Coast