Fly Fishing in Costa Rica

Fly Fishing in Costa Rica

Join Marlin U for its first-ever Fly-Fishing session. Held in Guanamar, Costa Rica, the same action-packed spot where we hold all of our Costa Rica sessions, this special class will have you casting the long wand under the two of the world’s best — Hal Chittum and Capt. George Sawley. Chittum has caught billfish on the fly all over the world and has even released three blue marlin in a single day while fly-fishing. Capt. George Sawley holds several billfish on fly world records and specializes in catching blue marlin on fly on his Spencer Boat, Stalker. Sawley has arguably caught more blue marlin on the fly than any other captain.

Both of these experts bring years of experience to this special session, and they will provide hands-on instruction to make sure that you come away with good lessons in every aspect of targeting billfish on the fly. From what flies to use to what knots to tie, no question will go unanswered.

This new class accommodates only 12 students!

Trip Information

Playa Carrillo, located on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica, is less than a two-hour drive from Liberia and approximately 60 miles north of Los Sueños. Nestled in a cove overlooking a white-sand, coconut-studded beach, the Hotel Guanamar offers a spectacular panoramic view of the most incredible beaches and breathtaking sunsets.

From the hotel terrace, you can hear howler monkeys screeching in the thick rainforest. Charming palm-thatched roofs top the original villas, and the large area of green gardens is home to many exotic birds. The open-air restaurant and bar serve a wide variety of local specialties and freshly prepared seafood that will awaken your appetite. Each morning, we are met on the beach by a dinghy or panga that takes us to our game boats waiting in the mooring. After a full day of billfishing, we settle in for dinner and additional instruction at our nightly seminars. 

Non-fishing guests don’t have to miss out on the fun — you can opt for a rainforest canopy tour, horseback riding in the jungle, snorkeling or mangrove kayaking. Playa Samara, only three miles from the hotel, is a small surf town that offers car rentals, as well as a few bars, restaurants and an Internet cafe.

Students are met at the Liberia Airport by a Marlin University representative. The group will travel through the lush tropical forest to our destination, Carrillo Beach. This class accommodates 16 students and includes four days of fishing.