Quepos, Costa Rica
Waltrip &
Cortez
SportFishing & Tour Co.
Premier sport fishing charters out of Marina Pez Vela.
Marlin, sailfish, tuna, mahi-mahi — your trophy awaits.
About Us
Your Adventure
Starts Here
Waltrip & Cortez SportFishing operates out of Marina Pez Vela in Quepos, one of the world's premier sport fishing destinations on Costa Rica's Central Pacific coast.
Aboard our fully-equipped charter boat Día Tuanis, Captain Javier and his experienced crew have been putting anglers on trophy fish for years — from acrobatic sailfish and powerful marlin to massive yellowfin tuna and colorful mahi-mahi.
Whether you're a seasoned angler chasing a personal best or a family looking for an unforgettable day on the water, we tailor every trip to make sure you have the time of your life.
Our Trips
Choose Your Adventure
From half-day inshore excursions to full-day offshore expeditions, we have the perfect trip for every angler.
Half-Day Inshore
4-5 hours
Perfect for families and first-timers. Fish the rich coastal waters near Quepos targeting roosterfish, snapper, and jack crevalle.
Target Species
Included
- ✓ All fishing gear & tackle
- ✓ Bait & lures
- ✓ Drinks & snacks
- ✓ Experienced captain & mate
Full-Day Offshore
8-9 hours
Head offshore into the deep blue for world-class big game fishing. Target the legendary billfish and trophy yellowfin tuna Costa Rica is famous for.
Target Species
Included
- ✓ All fishing gear & tackle
- ✓ Bait & lures
- ✓ Lunch, drinks & snacks
- ✓ Experienced captain & mate
Custom Charter
Flexible
Design your perfect day on the water. Whether it's a tournament prep, multi-day adventure, or a combination fishing and sightseeing trip — we'll make it happen.
Target Species
Included
- ✓ Fully customizable itinerary
- ✓ All gear & provisions
- ✓ Hotel pickup available
- ✓ Experienced captain & mate
Gallery
Trophy Moments
Real catches, real smiles. See what a day with Waltrip & Cortez looks like.
Reviews
What Our Guests Say
Went mahi fishing last Thursday with Javi and his son Andy. I felt welcomed and had complete confidence in Javi and Andy from the start. Javi's boat and fishing equipment is in top notch shape. Considering the weather conditions, we did very well and completely felt safe the entire trip. I was so impressed, we invited Javi and Andy to share in our catch at a local restaurant. Javi and Andy are great people and I consider them friends. 100% recommend Javi and Andy for your sport fishing trip in Costa Rica!
Wow, what a superb day and experience with Waltrip Cortez! The best sea fishing trip of my life. Sailfish after sailfish. Javier and Marlon worked hard all day to keep us on the fish. Changing baits and lures to keep working at the fish, and it paid off.
Unbelievable day. We had a sailfish on within 15 minutes of starting to troll. We had our 5 mahi within 90 minutes with many more hooked and released. Javier and his mate took unbelievably great care of us. What an amazing day!!! Our crew ranged from 11 years old to 57 years old. Recommend 5 out of 5 stars!!!!
Javier and Andy are a power Father/Son team working together to give their customers a great experience! They provided a bunch of snacks, water, juice, soda, and beer for the day. Though it was a slow start of the day, Javier was able to navigate the waters and find the best spots to catch fish! We ended up with 7 Mahi Mahi! Andy rigged every line up with bait, assisted you with the rod when a fish was on, hooked the fish to bring into the boat, and also filet the fish. Javier and Andy's family business is amazing and would recommend them for your next fishing trip!
My husband and I had such a great time with Captain Javier and his first mate — from the very beginning Captain Javier's communication was timely and transparent. We got to head out early before 7 AM and were the first on the water. We caught 3 Sailfish and 1 Mahi Mahi. The boat was clean and perfect for fishing. The pineapple, watermelon, drinks, and snacks were very much appreciated too. We also got to see dolphins up close and personal. If you're considering booking, do it! It was worth every penny spent — great value and even better experience that we'll remember forever!
Book Your Trip
Ready to Reel In
Your Trophy?
Contact us via WhatsApp or phone to check availability and book your charter. We'll help you plan the perfect fishing adventure.