Peter holds up a stunning Roosterfish from Crocodile Bay Costa Rica
Peter getting up close and personal releasing Sailfish Crocodile Bay Costa Rica
Crocodile Bay Lodge is great for the whole family fishing Costa Rica
Very happy woman with her |Crocodile Bay Sailfish Costa Rica
Smiles all round for Chris and his Costa Rica Sailfish
The crew and Neil lift in his crocodile Bay Blue Marlin, Costa Rica
Double trouble with double hook up Crocodile Bay Lodge Sailfish
Crocodile Bay Lodge great place to teach kids fishing and enjoy the fun
What a stunning Dorado from Crocodile Bay Lodge, Costa Rica
The mate guides the big blue Marlin to the boat, Crocodile Bay Lodge
All our guests at Crocodile Bay Lodge look well happy with their Marlin
Neil Airy and his first ever Sailfish from Crocodile bay Lodge Costa Rica
A huge crocodile Bay Roosterfish in Costa Rica
Costa Rica Wahoo from Crocodile Bay Lodge
Peter release a fly caught Sailfish from Crocodile bay, Costa Rica
Matt Hayes with a stunning Amberjack from Crocodile Bay Costa Rica
Crocodile Bay Lodge Resort Costa Rica, fantastic Big game fishing
Crocodile Bay’s 2 story lodges each containing 4 large self contained apartments
The Apartments outside balconies, the perfect place to relax, Costa Rica
Crocodile bay Lodge outside main dining room, Costa Rica
Crocodile twin bedded rooms light and airy, Costa Rica
The rooms at crocodile Bay Resort are large and very cool to sleep in.
Each room has its own private bathroom, Crocodile bay, Costa Rica
Water running from jacuzzi in to crocodile Bay’s swimming pool.
Relaxing informal swimming pool crocodile Bay Lodge Costa Rica
Guest enjoy a drink at the swim up bar after a long day big game fishing
Crocodile Bay has many other non-angling activities for the family
Crocodile Bay Lodge new full onsite health spa, Costa Rica
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Crocodile Bay Lodge has the full range of treatments available, Costa Rica
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Game Fishing Crocodile Bay Costa Rica
fishing overview
Come and go wild in Costa Rica with Bill and Rooster fish fishing in the Pacific Ocean.
Crocodile Bay Resort is Costa Rica's finest Costa Rica Fishing and Ecotour destination. The resort is situated on 44 acres of lush tropical gardens with 40 air-conditioned rooms in Puerto Jimenez on Costa Rica's South Pacific Coast (Osa Peninsula). The resort features a top of the line all-inclusive daily menu, swimming pool, hot tub, 5,000 sq foot luxury SPA and a conference centre that accommodates up to 80 people.
Rooms include hand carved furniture and many have private Jacuzzi baths. We also offer our own in-house ecotour department to assist you with tours and activities. Our ecotour department is fully staffed and professionally run by Alberto Herrera, Eco Director. Trips include rainforest canopy tours, visits to animal sanctuaries, orchid gardens, surfing lessons, kayaking, rainforest treks, bird watching, dolphin and whale watching.
The fishing is divided into two main areas; inshore and offshore with a variety of fishing options such as: live bait, trolling, surface poppers, jigging, and fly-fishing. For Inshore the species most sought after is the Roosterfish. 25lb to 50lb fish are very common with fish over 50lb caught each week. Offshore Sailfish are the main target; these fish are available year round and a half dozen are common any day. From November to May the numbers increase and days of 12 fish or more are common. If you ever fancied learning to catch billfish on the fly then due to the sheer numbers of fish raised, this has to be one of the top places anywhere in the world. Other species available are Marlin, Tuna, Dorado, Jacks, and Amberjacks. Our exquisite lodge features a top of the line daily menu, swimming pool, hot tub and full onsite health spa. Standard and deluxe rooms are spacious, each having two queen-sized beds and a private deck. All rooms have hot water with full shower/bath. Each day our chef will prepare a variety of dishes including fresh fish, chicken, or beef, with the guests only dilemma being which to decide on. The well stocked bar will provide you with local beers and national drinks as part of your package price, with imported liquors available at a nominal price.
Crocodile Bay Resort is Costa Rica's finest Costa Rica Fishing and Ecotour destination. The resort is situated on 44 acres of lush tropical gardens with 40 air-conditioned rooms in Puerto Jimenez on Costa Rica's South Pacific Coast (Osa Peninsula). The resort features a top of the line all-inclusive daily menu, swimming pool, hot tub, 5,000 sq foot luxury SPA and a conference centre that accommodates up to 80 people.
Rooms include hand carved furniture and many have private Jacuzzi baths. We also offer our own in-house ecotour department to assist you with tours and activities. Our ecotour department is fully staffed and professionally run by Alberto Herrera, Eco Director. Trips include rainforest canopy tours, visits to animal sanctuaries, orchid gardens, surfing lessons, kayaking, rainforest treks, bird watching, dolphin and whale watching.
The fishing is divided into two main areas; inshore and offshore with a variety of fishing options such as: live bait, trolling, surface poppers, jigging, and fly-fishing. For Inshore the species most sought after is the Roosterfish. 25lb to 50lb fish are very common with fish over 50lb caught each week. Offshore Sailfish are the main target; these fish are available year round and a half dozen are common any day. From November to May the numbers increase and days of 12 fish or more are common. If you ever fancied learning to catch billfish on the fly then due to the sheer numbers of fish raised, this has to be one of the top places anywhere in the world. Other species available are Marlin, Tuna, Dorado, Jacks, and Amberjacks. Our exquisite lodge features a top of the line daily menu, swimming pool, hot tub and full onsite health spa. Standard and deluxe rooms are spacious, each having two queen-sized beds and a private deck. All rooms have hot water with full shower/bath. Each day our chef will prepare a variety of dishes including fresh fish, chicken, or beef, with the guests only dilemma being which to decide on. The well stocked bar will provide you with local beers and national drinks as part of your package price, with imported liquors available at a nominal price.
fishing information
FISHING METHODS
Big Game Fishing, Trolling, Surface Poppers, Jigging, Live Baiting and Saltwater Fly Fishing
SPECIES TO CATCH
| Blue Marlin Season: Jul to Apr Peak: Nov to Dec & Mar to Apr Weight: 200lb to 400lb Average Weight: 250lb |
Sailfish Season: All year Peak: Nov to May Weight: 70lb to 140lb Average Weight: 75lb |
Dorado Season: All year Peak: Jan to May & Nov to Dec Weight: 5lb to 70lb Average Weight: 15lb |
Yellowfin Tuna Season: All year Peak: Jul to Aug & Nov to Dec Weight: 10lb to 300lb Average Weight: 10lb |
Amberjack Season: All year Peak: All year Weight: 10lb to 70lb Average Weight: 25lb |
Giant Trevally Season: All year Peak: All year Weight: 5lb to 40lb Average Weight: 12lb |
Jack Crevalle Season: All year Peak: All year Weight: 5lb to 20lb Average Weight: 10lb |
Kingfish Season: All year Peak: All year Weight: 10lb to 30lb Average Weight: 15lb |
Roosterfish Season: All year Peak: All year Weight: 5lb to 80lb Average Weight: 30lb |
Note: these figures are complied with catch reports over 5 years, however they can be affected by adverse weather conditions.
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TOUR INCLUDES
Flights (WT) international return flights, (E) internal flights, airport transfers, 4 days full fishing as indicated on itinerary, 2 nights accommodation in San Jose B/B, 4 nights accommodation at Crocodile Bay lodge F/B.
WHAT’S EXCLUDED
Holiday insurance, personal items, local tips (recommendation $100 USD per boat for offshore fishing / $50 USD per boat inshore fishing) and fishing licence.
OPTIONS
Flights upgrades available with British Airways.
Boat Upgrades
VISA
(Costa Rica) A machine readable passport with at least 6 months before expiry is required. No visa for UK citizens required.
Note: If your flights to Costa Rica involve travelling through the USA, you will be required before travel to complete an Electronic System Travel Authorisation (ESTA) online, which is compulsory for all USA Visa Waiver Programme (VWP) travellers before boarding an air or sea carrier to the USA. For full information and to apply online visit our ESTA information page.
MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS
Typhoid and Malaria.
PLEASE NOTE
All details of visa and medical requirements are correct at time of press however please check these requirements for changes.
DEPARTURE TAX
There is a $26 USD departure tax payable upon leaving Costa Rica.
FLIGHT ROUTE AND FLIGHT TIME
UK - Miami (approx 9hrs) Miami - San Jose (approx 3 hours) San Jose - Crocodile Bay Lodge (approx 45mins)
BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE
International flight
British Airways (WT/WTP) 2 checked in items 23 kg, (C/F) 3 checked in items 23 kg. British Airways permits each passenger to check in one piece of sporting luggage i.e. a rod holdall, but must not exceed 23 kg.
Internal flight
Nature Air airlines (San Jose - Crocodile Bay) permits one piece of checked in baggage not exceeding 30 pounds and a maximum size not exceeding 50 linear inches. You also permitted to take a small handbag for the cabin not exceeding 10 pounds. Excess luggage will be charged at the airport. The following fees apply: 1 to 30 pounds or one additional luggage has a $25 penalty. 31 to 45 pounds or two additional luggage pieces must pay $50. 46 to 70 pounds or three additional luggage pieces must pay $75. Any piece of luggage exceeding 71 pounds will be charged as cargo.
TRANSFER TIME
Local airport - Crocodile Bay Resort (approx 5 mins).
Flights (WT) international return flights, (E) internal flights, airport transfers, 4 days full fishing as indicated on itinerary, 2 nights accommodation in San Jose B/B, 4 nights accommodation at Crocodile Bay lodge F/B.
WHAT’S EXCLUDED
Holiday insurance, personal items, local tips (recommendation $100 USD per boat for offshore fishing / $50 USD per boat inshore fishing) and fishing licence.
OPTIONS
Flights upgrades available with British Airways.
Boat Upgrades
VISA
(Costa Rica) A machine readable passport with at least 6 months before expiry is required. No visa for UK citizens required.
Note: If your flights to Costa Rica involve travelling through the USA, you will be required before travel to complete an Electronic System Travel Authorisation (ESTA) online, which is compulsory for all USA Visa Waiver Programme (VWP) travellers before boarding an air or sea carrier to the USA. For full information and to apply online visit our ESTA information page.
MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS
Typhoid and Malaria.
PLEASE NOTE
All details of visa and medical requirements are correct at time of press however please check these requirements for changes.
DEPARTURE TAX
There is a $26 USD departure tax payable upon leaving Costa Rica.
FLIGHT ROUTE AND FLIGHT TIME
UK - Miami (approx 9hrs) Miami - San Jose (approx 3 hours) San Jose - Crocodile Bay Lodge (approx 45mins)
BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE
International flight
British Airways (WT/WTP) 2 checked in items 23 kg, (C/F) 3 checked in items 23 kg. British Airways permits each passenger to check in one piece of sporting luggage i.e. a rod holdall, but must not exceed 23 kg.
Internal flight
Nature Air airlines (San Jose - Crocodile Bay) permits one piece of checked in baggage not exceeding 30 pounds and a maximum size not exceeding 50 linear inches. You also permitted to take a small handbag for the cabin not exceeding 10 pounds. Excess luggage will be charged at the airport. The following fees apply: 1 to 30 pounds or one additional luggage has a $25 penalty. 31 to 45 pounds or two additional luggage pieces must pay $50. 46 to 70 pounds or three additional luggage pieces must pay $75. Any piece of luggage exceeding 71 pounds will be charged as cargo.
TRANSFER TIME
Local airport - Crocodile Bay Resort (approx 5 mins).
non-angling activities
ECO TOURS
All Eco tours can be either booked on time of booking or organised when arriving at Crocodile Bay.
WALKING / SIGHT SEEING
Find out why Columbus named this country the “Rich Coast”. If you are lucky you will go home with some gold flakes!
All Eco tours can be either booked on time of booking or organised when arriving at Crocodile Bay.
WALKING / SIGHT SEEING
Find out why Columbus named this country the “Rich Coast”. If you are lucky you will go home with some gold flakes!
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