Crocodile Bay October 2026 Fishing Report
What an incredible October here at Crocodile Bay! The month delivered outstanding fishing, beautiful weather, and calm seas. Blue skies, sunshine, and plenty of action offshore and inshore made for some memorable days on the water.
Inshore Fishing: Big Cubera Snapper and Double-Digit Roosterfish Days
One of October’s biggest highlights was the increase in big Cubera Snapper activity. Our crews put anglers on some impressive fish, and these powerful predators made them work for every release.
If you’ve ever battled a big Cubera, you know exactly what we’re talking about. They hit hard, head straight for the rocks, and give you just a few precious seconds to turn their heads before they cut you off. It’s a battle of strength, reflexes, and determination. Blink at the wrong moment, and the fish wins!
There’s nothing quite like watching an angler go toe-to-toe with one of these fish. October gave us plenty of those battles, followed by the satisfaction of watching the Cubera swim away.
And then there was the Roosterfish bite. Wow!
Double-digit days became the norm throughout October, with our anglers enjoying consistently strong inshore action. Roosterfish ranging from 20 to 60 pounds gave guests plenty of opportunities to connect with one of Costa Rica’s most iconic sportfish.
Whether you were chasing your first Roosterfish or hoping to beat your personal best, the waters around the Osa Peninsula delivered. As always, all Roosterfish and Cubera Snapper caught aboard our boats were released.
Offshore Fishing: Mahi-Mahi and More Billfish Action
Offshore, we started seeing an increase in billfish activity, adding even more excitement to an already productive month. Dorado, also known as Mahi-Mahi, made a strong showing, bringing color, acrobatic action, and some fresh fish for dinner.
Our chefs made the most of that fresh catch. After a full day offshore, sitting down to a meal prepared with fish you caught yourself is a great way to finish the day.
Costa Rican Sportfishing Academy Takes to the Water
Another October highlight came through the Costa Rican Sportfishing Academy, a collaboration between Crocodile Bay and FECOP. After months of studying the fundamentals, students took to the water to put those lessons into practice, focusing on inshore fishing and proper fish handling and release techniques.
We were especially pleased to have several women participating in the program. Sportfishing has traditionally been a male-dominated industry, and we’re proud to help create opportunities for more women to develop their skills and pursue careers on the water. We look forward to seeing where their training takes them.
Looking Ahead: The New Fishing Season at Crocodile Bay
Behind the scenes, October was also an important month for preparing the Crocodile Bay fleet for the upcoming season. Our team has been upgrading boats, refreshing equipment, and investing in new tackle so our crews have what they need to give guests a great experience on the water.
If you’ve been thinking about a trip to Crocodile Bay, there’s plenty to look forward to. Big Cubera Snapper, double-digit Roosterfish days, increasing billfish activity, and hungry Mahi-Mahi gave us an encouraging finish to October as we head toward the new season.
The boats are getting dialed in, the fish are biting, and we’re looking forward to welcoming you aboard.
I’ll see you in paradise!
Diego Camacho
Fishing and Fleet Director
Crocodile Bay
