Inshore and Offshore Action from July Out of Crocodile Bay, Costa Rica
Crocodile Bay Fishing Report: July’s Action-Packed Waters
July was an incredible month on the water here in the Osa Peninsula. With mostly calm seas and great weather, conditions were perfect for both inshore and offshore fishing. As we move deeper into the green season, the action is really heating up!
Inshore: A Roosterfish Frenzy and Cubera Snapper Challenge
The inshore bite was the definite highlight of July. We saw a fantastic arrival of fully grown roosterfish, ranging from 30 to 65 pounds. These powerful fighters put up an incredible battle and provided our guests with some amazing photo opportunities before being released. July is truly one of the best times of year to target these prized gamefish.
Another bucket-list catch that made a strong appearance was the Cubera snapper. Known for their hard-fighting nature, these toothy predators are a real challenge to land. Anglers had to react fast—once hooked, this species makes a beeline for the rocks, and you only have seconds to muscle it up before it breaks you off. Luckily, several of our guests were up for the challenge and landed some impressive-sized Cubera!
Offshore: Yellowfin Tuna and Blue Marlin
Offshore, crews located multiple schools of yellowfin tuna running with dolphins. The adrenaline rush of watching these torpedoes smash lures and live will get you fired up! It’s a fast-paced, high-energy experience that left everyone grinning from ear to ear.
While sailfish activity slowed, the blue marlin were still out there, actively feeding on smaller tuna. Numerous anglers got a shot at these sought-after predators while targeting tuna, making for some unforgettable moments on the water.
Looking Ahead to August
As we move into August, we expect the inshore bite to remain hot, with more monster roosterfish and huge Cubera snappers on the prowl. Offshore, we anticipate multiple schools of yellowfin tuna and blue marlin will continue to hunt in the same areas. If you don’t mind a little rain paired with tropical temperatures, this is one of the most exciting times to fish the Osa Peninsula. The action is red-hot, and the memories are unforgettable.
We hope to see you on the water soon!
Diego Camacho
Fishing and Fleet Director
