Caribbean Coast Charters

Barra del Colorado

Fishing along Costa Rica's Caribbean coast can vary more from one day to another than from month to month. Historically, tarpon fishing has been promoted by the lodges on Costa Rica's east coast during the dry season, from about December through mid May, while snook traditionally peak from about September through November. But the fish are there year round, and it's mostly a matter of weather, which can change overnight. If the river drops or the surf is low enough to let you outside the river mouth, it's likely you'll catch fish. The re are a lot of flat days in October and November when tarpon are abundant, and some of the best fishing has consistently been in June and July. There are no roads into the area, and access is via the in-country airlines, charter flights, or by boat through the Tortuguero Canal system from Limon

Capt. Eddie Brown's Bull Shark Captain Eddie Brown has been guiding in Barra del Colorado and Tortuguero almost 30 years.

Pachira Lodge Pachira Lodge is just five minutes from the entrance to the extraordinary Tortuguero National Park, and right across the main canal facing the town of Tortuguero. The Tortuguero area is something really special.

Rio Indio Lodge The Rio Indio Lodge is a sport fishing and ecotourism resort near the mouth of the San Juan River, just across the Costa Rican border in Southeastern Nicaragua.

Rain Goddess. Rain Goddess is a 65-foot long by 18-foot wide houseboat custom designed and built in the United States. Twin 135 h.p. gas engines provide for silent running and two generators provide 110 and 12 volt current

The Rio Indio Adventure Lodge, located on the banks of the San Juan River, is a gateway to the wild and virtually unexplored Rio Indio-Maiz Biological Reserve in southeastern Nicaragua. The magical wilderness reserve, which spans 640,000 acres, is the largest lowland tropical rainforest north of the Amazon. Tropical lowland forest, mangrove estuaries, mile upon mile of jungle waterways, lagoons and pristine Caribbean beaches make exploring the reserve a truly unique and remarkable experience. With more than 600 species of birds and 200 species of mammals, the area is the ultimate destination for eco-tourists seeking adventure at its bests. A flotilla of fully outfitted 15-foot boats navigated by expert bilingual guides is at your service for sport fishing in inland fresh water areas (lagoons, channels, rivers, estuaries) or in the ocean, weather permitting. Pargo and robalo are species easy to catch in these waters.. The many tours at Rio Indio Lodge can be personalized to suit your interests. Choose from among activities such as birding, walks, natural history hikes, kayaking, horseback riding, sport fishing, river and beach exploration and more. Of course, you're always welcome to grab a book and just relax - but with so much going on we doubt you'll want to read for long!

Fishing Package #1

5 Days / 4 nights
2 fishing days
Price: $1395
Based upon 2 pax per boat
2 Days fishing / 2 days in San José

Day: Arrive to Costa Rica. You will be transfer to the hotel. Day: 5:00 am fly to Barra del Colorado, and then by water to rio indio, welcome breakfast, fishing all day.

Day: Lodging at rio indio. Full day fishing.

Day: 9:00 am water-ground transportation via San Juan and Sarapiquí rivers. You will be in San José around 2:00 pm. Overnight in San José.

Day: Back home

Fishing Package #2

6 Days / 5 Nights
3 Fishing Days
Price: $2075
Based upon 2 pax per boat
3 Days fishing / 2 days in San José

Day: Arrive to Costa Rica. You will be transfer to the hotel

Day: 5:00 am fly to Barra del Colorado, and then by water to Rio Indio, welcome breakfast, fishing all day, lodging at rio Indio.

Day: lodging at Rio Indio. full day fishing

Day: lodging at Rio indio, full day fishing.

Day: 9:00 am water-ground transportation via San Juan and Sarapiquí rivers. you will be in San José around 2:00 pm. overnight in San José.

Day: back home prices will remain the same if the customer wants to go in and out by plane.

The Silver King Lodge has emerged as a premier fishing resort for world-class tarpon and snook. The lodge is located in the lush tropical environment on the banks of the Rio Colorado at the northeastern point of Costa Rica. Average size of the tarpon taken at the Silver King Lodge is around 80 pounds and fish to 207 pounds have been brought to gaff. Set the hook hard when they strike, then watch the water erupt as they head for the stratosphere, leaping and twisting clear of the water eight or twelve times! For snook you will troll along the banks of the quiet jungle river or drift silently into a likely lagoon, plugging toward the brush. There are also tranquil lagoons and major rivers offering light-tackle action for guapote (black bass), machaca (shad like), and exotically covered mojarra (sunfish). Silver King Lodge has 10 new deep V center console boats to fish the open waters. These boats are 23' with an out bracket holding 150 horse power 1996 Yamaha outboards. The lodge has an enclosed Jacuzzi where hors d'oeuvres and drinks are served poolside. Spacious duplex cabins have attractive rooms, each with 2 full-size beds, ceiling fans, reading lamps, and tiled bathroom with hot shower.

Silver King Sample Fishing Package

Double occupancy rate, 2 per room, 2 per guide

3 days fishing $1810 per person
4 days fishing $2100 per person
5 days fishing $2550 per person
6 days fishing $2750 per person

Single occupancy rate, 1 per room, 1 per guide

3 days fishing $2320 per person
4 days fishing $2855 per person
5 days fishing $3289 per person
6 days fishing $3713 per person

Rates Include: One night hotel accommodations in San Jose, reception at airport and all ground transfers, round trip air charter to Lodge, at Silver King: lodging, meals, guided fishing, daily laundry service, wine with dinner, local liquors and Sportfishing Worldwide pre-trip information containing detailed packing and tackle lists, travel info and helpful hints.

Rates do not include: International airfare to/from San Jose, meals in San Jose, fishing license, lures, gratuities to guides/staff, airport departure tax, and personal expenses.

Dry Season: Jan-May

Rainy Season: May - Dec

Tarpon Season: Jan-May - Peak time in rivers Mar-April - Trophy time! Fall - Move into the calm sea. (Sept-Dec)

Snook Season: Nov - Feb = small fish, 6-12 lbs found in river Apr - May = bigger fish move into river Fall (Sept - Nov) = trophy fish to 30 lbs found in surf Other Species: Can also fish for dorado, wahoo, snapper, jack trevaly, exotic river fish etc.

Packages do not include: Tips for boat crew & transfer guide. International airfare, airport tax, personal expenses (room service, laundry, telephone), meals and alcoholic beverages except as specified, nor fishing licenses.