Pez Loco Fishing Charter Boat
The largest and most comfortable fishing charter in Quepos, Costa Rica!
Looking for a great day of fishing with friends and family in Quepos Costa Rica?
Get on board our 60′ Viking PEZ LOCO, the Largest and Most Comfortable Sportfishing Charter Boat located at the World Famous Marina Pez Vela in Quepos, Costa Rica.
Quepos Costa Rica Fishing
Experience the thrill of reeling in some of the world’s largest fish aboard one of the safest and most comfortable charter boats in all of Costa Rica — a tropical paradise known for it’s plentiful marlin, sailfish, tuna and dorado.
The Fishing Experience you have dreamed of awaits for you and your group in Quepos, Costa Rica.
The Marina Pez Vela is an all-in-one service-oriented and recreational complex located in front of the beach in the Manuel Antonio area of Quepos Costa Rica that offers a beautiful world-class marina, yacht service facilities, luxury villas rentals, and a commercial plaza with some oceanfront restaurants, bars, ice cream parlors, and several shops and stores.
In Quepos, you can not only book fishing charters, private yachts, and luxury boats, but also eat and drink, go shopping, watch beautiful sunsets, book adventure tours, and even stay inside the marina at the Marina Pez Vela Villas.
Our Quepos Fishing Charters
Pez Loco
(60' Viking)
You won’t find a more comfortable charter boat for single or multi-day trips in Quepos than our 60-foot Viking Yacht Pez Loco with a fully enclosed and air-conditioned bridge, three staterooms with heads and full A/C throughout the cabins, galley and salon. Check out our photo gallery!
Pez Loco full-day fishing trips include a full breakfast, hot lunch, snacks and drinks prepared by an experienced chef. Your catch is filleted, bagged and yours to take home and enjoy.
In addition to great comfort, Pez Loco is outfitted for serious fishing with dredges, outriggers, a live bait well and tuna tubes.
Caña Brava
(Viking 43')
The Viking 43 express was the dominant boat in her class for most of the 1990s.
With a centerline helm just steps away from the cockpit allows the operator to help with all maneuvering operations of the vessel.
This beautiful boat is in great condition and a must to see.
This boat is big, and comfortable without sacrificing seaworthiness or fishing capabilies. This 43 express is ready for her next adventure.
Black Snapper II
(Custom 26')
A 26-foot modified Ocean Master ideally suited for inshore and offshore fishing. Based in Playa Herradura, she can also be brought down to Quepos. Contact us for trip and rate details.
Start your adventure on our custom 26-foot Ocean Master center console, built for up to six guests. The vessel is outfitted with a fighting chair, outriggers, and all the essential gear for a successful day of fishing. For added comfort, there’s a private restroom on board. You’ll have access to rods, reels, tackle, and lures. Live bait can be used if caught during the outing.
Bringing the family along? Kids are more than welcome! We’ve got life vests for them, though toddlers may need their own. Snacks, drinks, and lunch are included to keep everyone energized.
The Pez Loco Boat in Pictures!
Live the Ultimate Quepos Sport Fishing Charter Experience!
Our Quepos Fishing Charters Reviews
EXCELLENT Based on 24 reviews Posted on Cleber Bruchez We have fished Guanacaste, Los Sueños, and now Quepos, and Pez Loco Fishing is the best fishing charter in Costa Rica we have been on. Sharp captain, hardworking mate, and a boat that is actually maintained. We never sat around waiting. There was always a teaser in the water and a clear plan. If you only do one charter on your trip, make it this one.Posted on Ricardo Tosatto Easiest booking and the best fishing charter out of Marina Pez Vela. Pez Loco Fishing met us right at the dock, no hassle, and we were running before sunrise. We caught dorado, a couple of bonito, and jumped two sailfish. The marina itself is beautiful and the crew made the whole logistics effortless. Highly recommend for anyone staying in Quepos or Manuel Antonio, it is an easy trip from either.Posted on Nick Venturi Great fishing charter in Quepos. The boat looks clean and comfortable, and the crew seems friendly and professional. It’s nice that they include food, drinks, gear, and help with the catch. Looks like a great choice for a fun day fishing in Costa Rica.Posted on Leticia Almeida For anyone serious about marlin fishing in Quepos, book Pez Loco Fishing. We hooked a blue marlin we estimated around 250 lbs about 25 miles out and the fight lasted close to 40 minutes. The crew handled the leader like pros and got a clean release. The boat is set up perfectly for big game and the captain reads the water better than anyone we have fished with. We stayed in Manuel Antonio and the short drive to Marina Pez Vela made the whole day easy.Posted on Daniel Andrade Came to Costa Rica specifically for a sailfish charter and Pez Loco Fishing delivered. We raised six sails and went four for six, which are incredible numbers. The captain and mate were patient teaching us the drop-back and every release was textbook. Quepos really is the sailfishing capital of the world and these guys know the grounds cold. Worth every penny.Posted on Giovana Tess If you want real deep sea fishing in Quepos, Costa Rica, this is the crew. We ran offshore out of Marina Pez Vela and got into a school of yellowfin tuna that absolutely smoked our reels. Pez Loco Fishing had top-notch gear and the captain put us right on the fish. Even my teenage son, who had never fished offshore, landed a tuna. They were quick to respond on WhatsApp when I was booking and the whole experience felt effortless from start to finish.Posted on Paolo Angeloni Booked a full-day sportfishing charter in Quepos with Pez Loco Fishing and it was hands down the best day of our whole Costa Rica trip. We were tight to a sailfish within the first hour and ended the day with two dorado in the box. The captain knew exactly where the bite was and the mate kept everyone in the action. Boat was clean, well rigged, and the cooler stayed stocked. Already planning to book them again next year.Posted on mattfire80 Had an Awesome time on the Cana Brava! Captain and crew were 1st class and put us on lots of fishPosted on Brydie Wines Amazing boat charter . I had my two young kids with us and was worried about them at first . Captain Julian was amazing with them , let them ask questions , help with food and bait . Made the entire experience very family friendly . I highly recommend this company and we will be back . The only regret I have is not going for a full day trip .Posted on Jack Shalom This was an amazing fishing trip. Big thanks to our captain Julian and to Angelo. The guys made this trip awesome and worthwhile. Would recommend!
The Pez Loco team is proud to bring you our many years of expertise and experience in fishing our local waters with our highly skilled Captains and Crew! Great fishing and great service are what we do best and what you can expect when you fish aboard the Pez Loco.
If this is your first time fishing in Costa Rica, don’t forget to check out our Quepos Fishing Guide. Regardless of your previous fishing experience, the Captan and crew are here to make sure you have the best chances of success at landing the catch of a lifetime!
Don't Miss the Dorado Derby 2026!
The Dorado Derby is a Marina Pez Vela one-day team event with top-team honors going to the team that weighs the single heaviest Dorado during the tournament. Prizes pay down to Third place. The tournament will award cash, and prizes to the 3 teams that weigh the single heaviest Dorados.
Pez Loco Boat is Still Available For The Dorado Derby!
Boat Specs & More Information
60′ ft Viking Luxury Sport Fishing Charter Boat
- Up to 11 Passengers
- Twin 1200 HP MAN 12 Cylinder Diesel Engines
- 24kt Cruising Speed
- 3 Staterooms, 2 Queen beds, and 1 bunk room with 2 twin beds
- 3 full size bathrooms
- Fully air conditioned salon/interior
- Full size Refrigerator, Convection/Microwave, Dining area and Salon
- Tournament grade Fighting Chair
- 2 Onan 20 kw Generators
- Full electronics package: Furuno Navnet 25 Kw Radar, Plotter, 2 Kw Sounder, Furuno 7000,Garmin 740, Nobletec Navigation System
- 60 Gallon per hour fresh water maker, with 250 gallon capacity
- Top Shelf Reels: 80's, 50's, 30's, 20's, SR 50's spinning reels, 2 electric dredge reels
- Ice Maker/deck freezer
All of our Pez Loco Quepos Fishing Charters Trips Include lunch, beer, soda, bottled water, snacks, and all bait & tackle. All you need for an enjoyable day of big game fishing out of Quepos.
- Top Producing Captain & Crew
- Lunch, Beer, Soft Drinks, Bottled Water for all on board
- Rods, Reels, Tackle, Bait & Gear
- Keep Your Catch ( non-billfish species)
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Family & Kid Friendly / Bachelor Party Friendly
Where to Find The Pez Loco Boat?
Pez Loco is docked in Slip # E-15 at the world famous Marina Pez Vela in Quepos, Costa Rica. Easily accessible and convenient!
We offer Full Day Offshore trips targeting Huge Pacific Sailfish, Blue, Black and Striped Marlin, Big Mahi-Mahi ( Dorado), Yellowfin Tuna and Wahoo!
The boat is rigged and ready with all of the right Tackle and gear to give you the best chances of Succcess and a great day of fishing!
All Aboard - Let's take you fishing!
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FAQ's about our Fishing Charters
Here are a few of the most Frequently Asked Questions we receive and the most up to date and accurate answers to them. Please contact us with ANY questions you have at any time. It's always our pleasure to answer and assist.
Is Quepos a good location for fishing in Costa Rica?
The fishing in Quepos Costa Rica is some of the best in the world! Our bait rich tropical Pacific waters are home to some of the most sought after Big Game Sportfish and hundreds of Anglers per year travel to Quepos to enjoy it’s year round fishing excellence!
When is the best time to go fishing in Quepos?
In general, Quepos fishing is great all year round, but depending on the fish species you wish to catch, there are certain months or seasons where different species are more abundant.
Don’t forget to check the Quepos fishing calendar on our fishing guide page or contact us for a current Quepos fishing report to hear what we’ve been catching lately.
Is a Costa Rica Fishing License Included with the fare?
No. On the morning of your charter you’ll stop at the dock entrance and purchase a Costa Rica fishing license from the on-site INCOPESCA agent. It’s a quick and easy process.
The cost is $17 USD per person and the license is valid for 1 week.
Anyone aboard a fishing charter boat in Costa Rica needs to have a valid fishing license wether they plan on fishing or not.
What species of fish can be caught in the waters of Quepos Costa Rica?
In our Offshore waters here, you’ll enounter an abundance of Pacific Sailfish, Blue, Black and Striped Marlin, Mahi-Mahi and Yellowfin Tuna!
In our Nearshore waters you’ll find an abundance of Roosterfish, Snappers, Grouper, Snook, Amberjack and Mackerel
What type of fishing trips are available?
Pez Loco runs only Full Day Offshore Trips- Departure time is 7:00am and return time back at the dock is 3:45-4:00pm – You may request a later start time however the 3:45-4:00pm return time will remain the same.
1/2 day and full day Nearshore trips targeting Roosterfish, Snappers, Grouper, Snook, Amberjack and Mackerel are available thorough several of our carefully chosen smaller size partner boats. We’d be glad to arrange a good nearshore charter for you.
What's included in the price of the trip?
All our fishing charters include:
- Captain & Crew
- Fuel Included
- Use of Rods, Reels, Tackle, Live Bait & Lures
- You Keep Your Catch ( Non-Billfish species)
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Lunch, Snacks,Beer,Bottled Water
- Our charters are Family & Child Friendly / Bachelor Party Friendly
Feel free to ask us for any other feature or VIP service you and your group wish to enjoy.
What do we need to bring with us for our fishing charter?
We suggest you bring the following items for your day at sea with us:
- Light clothing- shorts, t-shirt, light sole sneakers or boat shoes
- Sunglasses, hat, sunblock 50+ SPF or higher.
- Small hand towel and one or two bath towels
- Cash USD for crew gratuity at the end of your trip (15-20% is customary)
- A big smile and positive attitude ( the fish are attracted to it)
Do we get to keep the fish that we catch?
All edible species you catch such as Mahi-Mahi, Yellowfin Tuna and Wahoo, are yours to keep! Your mates will fillet, clean and bag your fish for you to take back to your vacation rental home/condo or hotel. You may cook it yourselves or bring it to one of the great restaurants at the Marina Pez Vela that offers a delicious”We Cook your Fresh Catch” deal.
All Billfish species ( Sailfish & Marlin) will be live released at the side of the boat after you have a chance to lean over the side and take a photo with the fish, We do NOT kill or harvest Billfish.
What's required to book a trip on Pez Loco?
A 50% deposit in required to book/reserve any date(s). The remaining 50% balance will be due in full no later than 2 weeks prior to your scheduled/reserved date.
We accept PayPal, Zelle, or direct deposit into our Chase Bank account in the United States or our Costa Rica account at Banco Nacional.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations made by you for ANY reason must be made no later than 2 weeks ( 14 days) prior to your scheduled/booked reservation date to qualify for a full refund of your deposit ( less any credit card or wire fees) . Cancellations inside of 2 weeks(14 days) from your reserved date are NON-Refundable.
In the event WE need to Cancel your trip due to weather, mechanical or unforeseen circumstances, we will offer you the opportunity to reschedule for a different date, or we will issue you a full refund if you are unable to reschedule.