Bahía de Samara
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Bahía de Samara
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![Pop & Jig]()
Pop & Jig
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![Sep – May]()
Sep – May
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![4–6 anglers + guide]()
4–6 anglers + guide
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![5 days of fishing]()
5 days of fishing
Bahía de Samara
Pop & Jig
Sep – May
4–6 anglers + guide
5 days of fishing
The vast fishing territory of Central America still unexplored by Brazilian anglers!
Heading a little further northwest of Panama, in the neighboring country, we find the perfect place to begin expeditions with the same Panamanian fishing styles.
In coastal fishing with light-to-medium tackle targeting Roosters and Snappers, and moving a bit farther offshore, we may encounter huge schools of large tuna where the pound test of the gear cannot be anticipated. We must always be prepared with heavy rods, reels, lines, and leaders, as the chance of hooking a monster is always high.
In coastal fishing, we will also focus on jigging. Most of the time, with light-to-medium tackle, we will target the grouper family (such as dusky and gag groupers), as well as the countless other species often caught with this style of fishing, like amberjack, blue jack, snappers, among others.
Trip Details
Itinerary
Departing from a reasonable number of Brazilian capitals (São Paulo, Brasília, Florianópolis), Copa Airlines flights will always be the best option to land in San José, the capital of Costa Rica.
Unfortunately, there are still no direct flights; all of them stop in Panama, and in 99% of cases, a plane change is required. Therefore, if some group members wish, it is possible to spend a few days in the Panamanian capital by paying a little extra.
Our recommendation is to travel directly from Brazil to San José, where the Wild Sea Nomads team will be waiting outside the airport to continue the journey to the lodge. The transfer takes about 4 hours by car or minibus.
Upon arrival at the lodge, we will adjust all the fishing gear so that the next day we can start with a hearty breakfast and head out to sea in search of the giants.
There will be 5 full days of thrilling fishing in Costa Rican waters!
At the end of the fifth day of fishing, reels will be washed, rods packed in tubes, and everything stored in the luggage so that, the next morning, we begin the return trip to San José and head back to our homes in Brazil.
Accommodations &
Vessels
Amazing lodge just 5 km from Bahía Sámara!
Live this experience immersed in wild landscapes, abundant seas, and local hospitality.
Simplicity that brings us right to the fish! Equipped with what is essential and ready for what truly matters: high-level fishing in the waters of Costa Rica.
Diversity of fish and a completely unknown world
Species
Everything you need for your trip
Gear
Surface Fishing
- Brazilian coastal tackle (size 8000) adding a set of Stella or Saltiga 14000 for large cuberas (caranhas);
- 14000 line, PE8 - 80 lbs;
- 8000 line, PE6 - 60 lbs;
- Nylon leaders from 100 to 130 lbs;
- Rods, with casting capacity from 60 grams to 180 grams, from 7’ to 8’5’’;
- Small treble hooks, 3, 4 and 5 (size BKK) zero bar to balance the lures;
- Single hooks of all brands and various sizes! Options with or without a "string" and even with a solid ring will be well accepted;
- Split rings starting with a minimum of 200 pounds of power and going up to a maximum of 500 pounds. Don't forget a swivel with a split ring for easy lure changes and large pliers compatible with opening these split rings;
- Various stickbaits ranging in size from 100mm to 200mm and weighing 60 to 120 grams;
- Medium-sized poppers, up to 120 grams, preferably slim poppers with smaller mouths;
- Diving poppers, also well-received, weighing up to 120 grams.
Note: This new Wild Sea Nomads destination will not focus on fishing for large tuna! However, we advise all anglers to bring a rod with a 14000 reel and at least 300 meters of 100-pound line. Large schools of tuna are frequently encountered during these trips.
// Jigging Fishing
Light Jigging:
- Shimano Stella or Daiwa Saltiga reels in sizes 5000 and 6000 that can hold up to 300 meters of PE2 or PE3 line;
- Fluorocarbon (not nylon) shock leaders of 60 lbs;
- Rods capable of working jigs up to 120 grams;
- Size 2 and 3 (Shout size) zero bar hooks;
- Jigs in various colors weighing up to 100 grams.
Focus: working the jigs in true Speed Jigging style! Medium Jigging:
- Shimano Stella and Daiwa Saltiga reels in medium sizes, i.e., 8000 and 10000, that can hold 300 meters of PE4 or PE5 line;
- Fluorocarbon (not nylon) shock leaders of 80 lbs;
- Rods capable of handling jigs weighing 180 to 300 grams;
- Hooks sizes 5, 6, and 7 (zero bar), respecting the SHOUT brand size;
Important: Diversify your jigs as much as possible. Colors, sizes, holographic, shapes, etc.
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