La Fortuna de San Carlos · Costa Rica
A Costa Rican expedition on Laguna Tabacón, 10 km from La Fortuna. Calm water, rainforest, volcanic rock and the rainbow bass as the main character.
The experience
Picture yourself casting in the middle of the rainforest, Arenal in the background, birds calling and the water perfectly still. That is what we look for every time we head out.
We are 10 kilometers from downtown La Fortuna, on the slopes of Arenal Volcano, surrounded by rainforest, volcanic rock and Laguna Tabacón. Our goal is the rainbow bass (guapote azul), a fish with vivid colors and a fighting spirit that has become the emblem of these waters.
This is more than a fishing outing. We want you to live a real Costa Rican expedition: unhurried, close to nature and led by people who know the place. The boat, the fly and the volcano set the scene; the memories do the rest.
Explore the full tour
01 — The tour
Fly fishing from a boat on Laguna Tabacón, with Arenal Volcano as the backdrop.
We fish the banks, the shade lines and the calm water for rainbow bass. We adapt the technique and the flies to your level, whether it is your first cast or you have been fishing for years. Your guide handles the boat, the gear and safety; you focus on fishing.
02 — The species
Guapote azul. Vivid colors, a stubborn fight and a reputation for getting away.
The rainbow bass is one of the most prized freshwater species in Costa Rica. In the lagoon it holds along the banks and in the shade, and when it eats, it does not give up easily. That is why we chase it with a fly: reading the water, presenting well and waiting for that moment when the line goes tight.
We admire it, photograph it and release it. The kind of fishing we care about leaves the lagoon the same or better than we found it.
03 — The place
Laguna Tabacón is a recreation center and eco-camp on the slopes of Arenal. The tour is the excuse; the park is the plan.
Paths through rainforest and volcanic rock, with Arenal always nearby.
Calm water for a swim or simply sitting on the shore.
Green spaces to spend the day and eat outdoors.
Birds, plants and animals: the whole park is part of the experience.
Every activity in the park is environmentally friendly.
04 — Close to everything
If you are staying in the Arenal area, the lagoon is closer than you think. These are approximate driving times from the park.
Approximate driving times; not affiliated with the hotels. If your hotel is not listed, message us and we will help you work out the distance.
Check my hotel05 — Why us
We are not a mass operation. We are a Costa Rican company with more than 16 years on the water and one clear idea: do it properly.
Guanacaste Fly Fishing has been fishing Costa Rican waters for over 16 years.
We know the lagoon, the weather and the banks like home.
Rod, line, flies and life vest; you bring the enthusiasm.
Spanish and English, from booking to the last photo.
Responsible fishing, careful handling and respect for the water.
If the weather turns, we find another date.
06 — The lagoon
Photos and video from the water, the boat and the volcano. No heavy filters: this is what you will find.
At Laguna Tabacón, 10 km from downtown La Fortuna de San Carlos, at the foot of Arenal Volcano. The map shows an approximate location; we send the exact pin when you book.
Message us on WhatsApp or fill in the form. We will confirm availability, details and a personalized quote.
No. We adapt the trip to your level, from your first cast to advanced techniques.
Timing is arranged around your group and the conditions of the day. Message us and we will put a plan together.
Local guide, boat, fly fishing gear, life vest, drinks and snacks, photos and coordination. Final details are confirmed when you book.
Yes. The park has trails, the lagoon and a picnic area for anyone who prefers to come along without a rod.
Your next story
Tell us when you are coming and how many of you there are. We will reply with availability and a personalized quote.
We reply between 5:00 AM and 8:00 PM.
