CENTRAL AMERICA
Central America offers some of the most exciting adventures for anglers, with access to both the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea across countries like Costa Rica, Panama, Belize, and Guatemala. The Pacific side is famous for big-game species like marlin, sailfish, tuna, and roosterfish, while the Caribbean offers top-tier flats fishing for tarpon, bonefish, and permit. With year-round warm waters and stunning landscapes, the region caters to anglers of all levels seeking world-class action and variety.
Fishing trips in Central America
Frequently Asked Questions:
Why choose Central America for a fishing trip?
Central America offers one of the most diverse fishing playgrounds on earth, with two oceans, endless rivers, and vast freshwater systems packed into a small region. Anglers can chase trophy billfish offshore, stalk tarpon and permit in shallow flats, or target exotic freshwater species in jungle rivers—all within easy reach of major airports and charming coastal towns.
Where are the best fishing destinations within Central America?
Costa Rica – World-famous for tarpon, sailfish and marlin, plus roosterfish and pacific snook close to shore.
Panama – Known as the “crossroads of the seas,” where tuna, marlin, and cuberra snapper draw anglers year-round. More IGFA records than anywhere else.
Belize – A flats-fishing paradise, home to the “grand slam” of tarpon, bonefish, and permit.
Guatemala – The undisputed billfish capital of the world, with record numbers of sailfish released in a single day.
Trinidad – Arguably the top tarpon fishery on the planet.
Types of species you can expect?
Central America delivers variety for every style of angler. Offshore, expect billfish, tuna, and dorado in deep blue water. Inshore, roosterfish, snappers, and jacks patrol rocky points and beaches. On the flats, fly anglers sight-cast to tarpon, bonefish, and permit, while freshwater rivers hold rainbow bass, machaca, and snook in wild jungle settings.
What’s the best time of year for fishing trips in Central America?
Prime seasons vary by species and region—tarpon and permit peak in Belize’s dry season, billfish thrive in Costa Rica’s summer, while freshwater action heats up in rainy-season rivers. We’ll match your trip to the ideal calendar window.
How far in advance should I book fishing trips in Central America?
We recommend booking 6–12 months ahead to secure peak-season availability, preferred lodges, and the best pricing for top destinations across Costa Rica, Panama, Belize, and Guatemala.