Nestled between Nicaragua and Panama, Costa Rica lives up to its name the “Rich Coast”. Its progressive environmental policies have allowed both land and sea to flourish, making it one of the finest fishing and eco-tourism destinations in the world. The fishing is hugely varied, with most inshore and offshore species present year round. Not only the scene of excellent fishing but also a plethora of non-fishing activities and eco-exploration, there is a diverse range of fishing for conventional and fly anglers alike.
We’ve just received this March report from the Crocodile Bay operation which rounds up the fishing as the season progresses.
February Fishing Report: Double-Digit Sailfish Days!
February delivered unreal fishing action here on the Osa Peninsula. With calm offshore waters and ideal conditions, anglers experienced the kind of glassy seas that fishermen dream about. At the same time, the inshore bite remained just as exciting, reminding us once again why this region is considered one of the most productive fisheries in the world.
One of the biggest highlights this month was the incredible sailfish bite. Our crews enjoyed truly remarkable days offshore, raising impressive numbers of sailfish to the spread and regularly releasing double-digit fish. It has been a few years since we’ve seen this many sailfish concentrated in our waters, and watching multiple sails pile onto the spread at once created unforgettable moments for our anglers.
Yellowfin tuna were another major highlight in February. Large schools continued to run alongside porpoise offshore, giving anglers plenty of opportunities to hook into some powerful fish. Along with the schools, we also encountered aggressive lone tuna crushing our lures, adding even more excitement to the action.
As the month wrapped up, the billfish bite continued to stay strong, giving us plenty of optimism heading into March. If the end of February was any indication, the action is only getting better.
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