Fishing

Quepos is one of the best points of departure for deep-sea fishing in southwestern Costa Rica. The best months for hooking a marlin are from October to February and in May and June, whereas sailfish are abundant from November to May and are caught year-round. From May to October you're more likely to catch yellowfin tuna, roosterfish, mahimahi, and snapper. Sailfish and marlin are always catch-and-release.

Bluefin Sportfishing and Tours. A fleet of 27-, 29-, and 33-foot boats is used for catch-and-release sportfishing, conventional fishing, and fly-fishing. Downtown, next to Adobe Rent-A-Car and across from soccer field, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601. 2777–0000; 2777–2222; www.bluefinsportfishing.com. Full-day charters from $845.

Costa Mar Fishing. The largest fleet in Quepos has eight boats ranging from 26 to 60 feet and consequently has a wide range of rates. Entrance to Quepos, next to Café Milagro, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601. 2777–0593; www.costamarfishing.com . Full-day charters from $850.