We have selected some of the most frequently asked questions that you would do when browsing Papagayo Fishing. Any other questions you need to ask, just contact us by email and we will be happy to help with your doubts.
WHAT TIME IS THE DEPARTURE FOR FISHING?
Every Sportfishing charter in Papagayo starts at 7:30am and we come back depending on the charter that you are doing. If it is full day 8hrs, you return at. 3:30pm. If 3/4 day 6hrs, you return 1:30pm. If 1/2 day, you return by noon.
CAN WE SHIP OUR FISH BACK HOME?
Experience for our clients who have been fishing, can say that they have been able to ship it back home. I think if it is frozen and packed safely you could do it.
WHAT TYPE OF CHARTERS BESIDE FISHING DO YOU DO AT PAPAGAYO GULF?
We do Sport fishing in Papagayo, Surf trips to witch’s Rock and Ollie’s Point, snorkeling tour, fishing and BBQ, sunset tour, transfer. For detailed information, just contact us.
WHERE DO WE GO FOR FISHING?
There are many different fishing spots: Gulf of Papagayo, Bat Islands, Catalinas island, offshore, inshore: From 10 minutes boat ride to the first place for rooster fishing to 1:00hr boat ride for deep sea fishing.
ARE THE PRICES PER BOAT OR PERSON?
The boats indicate a maximum number of people that can be comfortable on board, prices are established per boat and not per person, some large boats can accommodate up to 12 px, and other small ones with a maximum of 4px, depending on the size.
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN THE WEATHER ISN’T GOOD?
It is very important for us that you contact us 2 or 3 days before, to confirm your fishing charter. If we cancel the charter due to unsafe boating or bad weather conditions, we let you know on time and change the charter for another day or refund deposit.
HOW DO WE PAY THE DEPOSIT FOR ANY RESERVATION, AND HOW MUCH?
It requires from $100 or more, it will depend on the size of the boat, there are different forms of payment. PayPal, you can also send us your information on the card via email, or can give us that information via cell phone..
WHAT DO WE NEED TO BRING ON OUR FISHING CHARTER?
It is important that you dress accordingly to the fishing conditions. Our boats include all necessary for a fishing charter, but, however we have a few tips of what to carry with you on board. Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, camera, shoes are optional, clothes to protect from the sun.
DO WE NEED A FISHING LICENSE?
The fishing license is optional, it is controlled by the Coast Guard, they are not usually under surveillance. We recommend to bring cash on the boat in case that you need to buy them from them. They are $15 each each, for a week.
WHAT DOES THIS CHARTER INCLUDES?
For your comfort and privacy all our boats are provided onboard with stocked coolers with fruit, soft drinks, cold beer, snacks & lunch on a full day fishing! All these boats are provided with fishing rods, bait and lures, plus a mate to assist you in the catch, release or cleaning your fish to go. Every boat is provided with a toilet onboard.
DO YOU PICK US UP AT OUR HOTEL?
If you have already your fishing reservation with us, you don’t need to drive to us! Papagayo Fishing can pick you up at the beach from your resort, so, if you are staying at a private village or hotel, we will coordinate with you the pick up time by boat at the nearest beach to you.
Just contact us by email or give us a call, we know that, not even the web can explain everything!.