Deep sea fishing, whale watching and snorkeling tours departing steps from the JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort — on the wild Pacific coast of northern Guanacaste.
Playa El Jobo sits on a remote, wind-sheltered peninsula in La Cruz, Guanacaste — one of the richest marine corridors in the eastern Pacific. Our independent charter service operates directly in front of the JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort with a fleet of six fully equipped boats — including the Resiliencia (Fountain, twin Yamaha outboards), La Lisa W. (32-ft center console, 220 HP Yamaha, full outrigger spread), Pacifico Azul (30-ft panga, 150 HP Yamaha), the Santa Fe (30-ft sportfisher), the Ryan Lindy (40-ft motor yacht) and La Fragata (28-ft, 300 HP Yamaha). Every vessel in our fleet runs all four tour types: sport fishing, whale watching, snorkeling and sunset cruises.
Whether you are chasing a trophy sailfish offshore, teaching your kids to hook their first roosterfish in the surf line, or drifting over coral reefs looking for manta rays, our bilingual captains and crew have been running these waters for thirty years. Every trip is private. Every detail is handled. All you bring is your sense of adventure.
We are a locally owned Costa Rican operator — licensed, insured, and fully compliant with all maritime and environmental regulations of the Pacific Northwest Zone.
Sport fishing, whale watching, snorkeling or a sunset cruise — choose your adventure and we'll match you with one of our six fully equipped vessels.
Target roosterfish, cubera snapper and jack crevalle on the inshore reefs, or run offshore to the blue water for sailfish, marlin, yellowfin tuna and mahi-mahi. All trips include professional tackle, live and cut bait, and a mate who lives to put you on fish. Strict catch & release for all billfish.
From July through October, humpback whales migrate into the warm waters off Playa El Jobo — breaching and nursing their calves just miles from shore. Year-round you'll find bottlenose, spotted and spinner dolphins, plus manta rays and sea turtles. A bilingual naturalist guides every 3–4 hour tour. Snacks, beverages and safety gear included.
Explore the crystal-clear waters of Santa Elena Bay and Muñecos Island — home to giant Pacific mantas, sea turtles, colorful reef fish and hidden coves with pristine white sand. Gear, fresh fruit and a beach lunch included on full-day trips.
Watch the Pacific sun sink behind the Guanacaste mountains from the water. Our sunset cruises depart Playa El Jobo in the late afternoon for a relaxed ride along the coast with cold drinks, music and the best golden-hour views in northern Costa Rica. Perfect for couples, celebrations or simply unwinding after a day at the resort.
The waters off Playa El Jobo hold some of the most sought-after game fish in the eastern Pacific, alongside the charismatic megafauna of a protected marine corridor.
All billfish are released under our strict catch & release policy — protecting the fishery for generations to come.
Local captains with 30+ years running the Pacific Northwest zone of Costa Rica.
Latest marine electronics — GPS chartplotters, fish finders, VHF and AIS on every vessel.
Professional Penn & Shimano tackle maintained and matched to your target species.
Full compliance with Costa Rican maritime and environmental regulations (inc. DE-32495).
Walk-on access directly from Playa El Jobo — no transfers, no traffic, no hassle.
Fully bilingual crew (English / Spanish) — your day on the water, in your language.
Civil liability insurance — every passenger, every trip, fully covered.
Strict catch & release for all billfish — preserving the fishery that makes this place legendary.
Six versatile vessels — each one fully equipped for sport fishing, whale watching, snorkeling and sunset cruises. When you book, we match you with the best boat for your group and your adventure.
All vessels carry GPS, VHF radio, fish finders, safety equipment and all required Coast Guard certifications.
Rates depend on the boat, the season, your group size and how you'd like to spend your day on the water. Reach out directly and we'll send you a personalized quote — usually within a few hours.
Contact Us for RatesFour tours, six boats — every vessel runs all tour types. Every charter is private — you book the entire boat and crew.
We launch our charters directly from the beach in front of the JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort — no driving, no transfers, just a short walk from your room to the boat.
Our sport fishing charters depart daily from Playa El Jobo in La Cruz, Guanacaste, just steps from the JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort. Whether you are targeting sailfish and blue marlin on a deep sea fishing adventure, scanning the horizon for humpback whales during the July-through-October whale watching season, or exploring the pristine underwater world of Santa Elena & Muñecos Island on a guided snorkeling tour, our experienced local captains and bilingual crew ensure a world-class experience on the Pacific waters of northern Costa Rica. Conveniently located forty-five minutes from Liberia International Airport (LIR), we serve guests of the JW Marriott, the greater Guanacaste region, and travelers from around the globe seeking the ultimate ocean adventure in one of the most biodiverse marine corridors on Earth.
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