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Last updated on January 1st, 2024 at 10:18 am EST

Our Costa Rica fishing expedition on Lake Arenal can now be done in one of our specialized fishing kayaks. You will love this expedition-style fishing excursion, paddling along the peaceful and picturesque bays of Lake Arenal early in the morning. We tend to hug the shallower parts of the exposed islands and inlets for better fish-catching possibilities. As you cast your line along the quiet waters and whispering reeds, you’ll probably be humbled by the views of the mammoth Arenal Volcano.

This is a great activity for hardcore fishing enthusiasts and also works great for couples and families. We bring along our Desafío Explorer boat as a backup so other family members can just hang out on the boat and enjoy the ride as you explore Lake Arenal together. (There is an extra charge for family members who wish to be on the boat but not fish.)

There are three main types of fish in Lake Arenal that we’ll be fishing for: You will be delighted by the frisky nature of our Machaca fish (scientific name: Brycon behreaeon). This fish is best caught fly-casting from your kayak or the shore. The Rainbow Bass (scientific name: Parachromis dovii) lurks in the tall brush areas of the lagoon and are known to have a strong fight like its cousin the Largemouth Bass. The hardest to catch is the Bobo (scientific name: Joturus Pichardi) which, as we have experienced, have a good appetite for green, yellow, and red lures that have a good drag.

They say the early bird catches the worm but in the case of fishing on Lake Arenal, the early bird has a better chance at striking some fun fish. Don’t miss out on some excellent angling while in the Arenal Volcano area!

Additional details

• This tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run. Please contact us to inquire about tour availability if your travel group is comprised of less than the tour operator’s required minimum number of participants.
• This tour is equipped with 4 kayaks, so a maximum of 4 people can participate in this fishing tour at one time. Additional group members may board the boat but are not permitted to fish. (There is an extra charge for these participants.)

Minimum/maximum age/weight/height/other requirements

• Children must be at least 15 years old to participate.
• Individuals must be no older than 85 years old to participate.

What to bring for tour participation

• Raingear
• Sunscreen
• Hat
• Sunglasses
• Strap-on sandals (flip flops are not recommended)
• Cash for souvenirs

Map (tour operator’s headquarters; mapped as “Hunters & Gatherers Costa Rica”)