Located on southwestern Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula, an area described by National Geographic as the most ecologically intense place on earth, Crocodile Bay Lodge is a classy, turn-key operation dedicated to showing clients not only the country’s finest inshore and offshore fishing, but all the various wonders of the this remarkable little nation. While fly and conventional fishing for pacific sailfish takes much of the spotlight here, the region also boasts an impressive inshore fishery. Additionally anglers can choose from a wide variety of boats that best suit their budgets and fishing preferences. The lodge, situated on 44 acres of tastefully manicured tropical gardens, features spacious, air-conditioned rooms with private baths and decks, a splendid pool with swim-up bar, Jacuzzi, fine cuisine, and a staff of seasoned professional guides. In addition to a serious fishing program, Crocodile Bay is also a natural for families and non-anglers featuring a wide variety of outdoor and eco-tourism activities including birding, horseback riding, nature walks, kayaking, snorkeling and surfing. All trips include meet and greet service at the airport, overnights in San Jose, and flights from San Jose into the lodge. There are stays of varying lengths available. Crocodile Bay offers a wide range of inshore and offshore fishing in the rich waters of the Pacific and Gulfo Dulce. Target species include marlin, sailfish, dorado, roosterfish, amberjack, snapper grouper, barracuda, pompano, sierra mackerel, snook, wahoo, and tuna. For serious fly anglers we recommend concentrating your efforts on the offshore sailfish fishery, as the inshore fly fishing is challenging at somewhat inconsistent.
Crocodile Bay Lodge Travel:
To reach Crocodile Bay anglers must make flight reservations in and out of San Jose, Costa Rica. Be sure to reconfirm your flights directly with your carrier 72 hours prior to departure. After clearing customs, anglers are met in the airport by a lodge representative and escorted either to over night accommodations in San Jose (included) or taken directly to an air charter headed to Puerto Jimenez. Upon departure anglers will also be escorted to their overnight accommodations or directly to the airport. NOTE: Carry all film in carry on luggage, do not check!
Crocodile Bay Lodge Documentation:
Passports must be valid for at least 6 months after your date of entry to Costa Rica.
Crocodile Bay Lodge Accommodations and Meals:
Crocodile Bay Lodge is Costa Rica’s newest and finest Sport Fishing and Eco-Tour Resort. The sport fishing resort is located on 44 acres with 34 air-conditioned rooms in Puerto Jimenez on the Osa Peninsula. The “Osa” has been described by National Geographic as, "The most ecologically intense place on earth." The exquisite lodge features a top of the line daily menu, swimming pool with swim up bar, hot tub, a deluxe new full service day spa and a conference center that accommodates up to 80 people. Rooms include handsome hand carved furniture and many have private Jacuzzi baths. All rooms have AC. fans, bottled water, en-suite baths, irons, hair dryers, laundry service (not included), and coffee makers. The lodge structures are strategically located throughout the 44-acre landscaped property with the main building housing the restaurant, bar and reception area. There's also a tackle and gift shop where one can purchase inshore or offshore fishing lures (made on the premises) for souvenirs or for use at another time, as well as locally made gifts of all kinds. The pool and Jacuzzi were designed utilizing our unique property characteristics including waterfalls and jungle environment. They are conveniently accessible to all guests. The lodge is staffed by friendly, English-speaking and well experienced personnel guaranteed to make your stay an exciting and unforgettable one. After a day on the water, or returning from an adventure tour, enjoy your favorite cocktail or beverage at our open bar, take a relaxing swim, dine in our elegant air-conditioned restaurant or walk through our tropical gardens. Watch and listen for the sounds of local wildlife. At any given time you may see one of several species of monkeys or other mammals, lizards and other reptiles, or perhaps a parrot. Or what is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful birds in the world, the scarlet macaw. The lodge also has two impressive butterfly gardens and a pond where guests can view and feed wild caimens and crocodiles.
Crocodile Bay Lodge Season:
Year round with prime dry time December – April
Crocodile Bay Lodge Fish Species:
Marlin, sailfish, dorado, roosterfish, amberjack, snapper, grouper, barracuda, sierra mackerel, snook, wahoo, and tuna
Crocodile Bay Lodge Capacity:
60 anglers
Crocodile Bay 2008 Rates:
Standard Boat Package: Offshore, Inshore, and estuary fishing based on double occupancy.
7 nights / 5 days $4420.00 per person depending on number of anglers.
Included:
First and last nights lodging at a first class hotel in San Jose, ground transfers between airport and hotels, round trip air transportation between San Jose and The Lodge. At the Lodge, your package includes; lodging, fishing boat with fuel, fishing gear, guide, fishing license, and all meals including beer, local liquor, soft drinks.
Not Included:
International airfare, meals in San Jose, airport departure tax, gratuities.
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