Costa Rica’s First & Original Eco-Fly Fishing Outfitter · Since 1972
WHERE YOU’LL FISH
Ten destinations, three ways to fish them — pick by species or by region.
From jungle rivers to the Pacific coast, our guides have fished these waters for over five decades. Catch and release, every trip.
FRESHWATER ·
JUNGLE
RIVERS
PACIFIC
COAST
RIVERS &
CLOUD
FOREST
Charlie Chavarria follows in the footsteps of his father, a pioneer of fly fishing in Costa Rica — since 1972.
We promote catch and release and the conservation of iconic species like the tarpon.
Years of experience in fly fishing, casting, and fly tying — for all skill levels.
Attention in English and Spanish, tailored to how you want to fish.
We use top-tier equipment to ensure the best performance on the water:
Sage, Scott, Beulah rods · Abel, Tibor, Hardy reels · custom-tied flies.
Fully custom fly fishing packages — no fixed pricing, just an itinerary and a quote made for your dates and species.
Year-round, species-dependent
Tarpon, roosterfish, machaca, trout
Single-day to multi-day
Fully custom — get a quote
QUESTIONS
It depends on species — tarpon and machaca peak with the rains, roosterfish run strongest July–October. Dry season offers the most predictable weather overall.
Yes, for saltwater fishing from a boat — issued by INCOPESCA. All of our trips include the required permits.
Yes — one of the most stable, well-visited countries in the region. Your guide handles route planning and conditions on the water.
FROM THE BLOG
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