Charter Operator
Fishing Lake Arenal

Member since January 2019 La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Background
Dear Valued Clients, Since September 2025, while my father, Marc Delvaux, is in the hospital, I, Phillip Delvaux, will manage all bookings and administration for our Lake Arenal fishing tours. Please contact me directly for inquiries or reservations. Marc, known as “El Belga,” has been fishing Lake Arenal for 30 years, turning his passion into a trusted business since moving to Costa Rica in 1981. Our lead captain, Erwin, who’s fished with Marc for five years, will guide your tours, using Marc’s proven techniques to ensure a great experience. For bookings, reach out to me. Our captains’ contact details are available upon request. Thank you for your support, and we wish Marc a speedy recovery. Best, Phillip Delvaux
Techniques
I offer spinning and baitcasting Rods and like casting in the early morning and late afternoon and trolling and jigging when it gets to warm and fish go to deeper waters. I also fish with life bait when water color requires it.

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La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Background
Dear Valued Clients, Since September 2025, while my father, Marc Delvaux, is in the hospital, I, Phillip Delvaux, will manage all bookings and administration for our Lake Arenal fishing tours. Please contact me directly for inquiries or reservations. Marc, known as “El Belga,” has been fishing Lake Arenal for 30 years, turning his passion into a trusted business since moving to Costa Rica in 1981. Our lead captain, Erwin, who’s fished with Marc for five years, will guide your tours, using Marc’s proven techniques to ensure a great experience. For bookings, reach out to me. Our captains’ contact details are available upon request. Thank you for your support, and we wish Marc a speedy recovery. Best, Phillip Delvaux
Techniques
I offer spinning and baitcasting Rods and like casting in the early morning and late afternoon and trolling and jigging when it gets to warm and fish go to deeper waters. I also fish with life bait when water color requires it.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.6 / 5
(205 reviews)
La Fortuna
 Last booking: 1 day ago
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Trips from US $175

Customer reviews

Beoordelingsoverzicht
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 205 reviews
Boot
Excellent
4.4 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (257)
October fishing trip
October fishing trip
Great Day on Lake Arenal
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Beoordeling van Vissers
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
96%
Recommend this charter
92%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
83%
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Jack C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Algemeen

Great day on the lake!

GECONTROLEERD   Half Day Trip (AM) on Januari 28, 2024
We had a great day on the lake! Caught Machaca and several rainbow bass. Highly recommend these guys!
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Paul G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Algemeen

January fishing trip

GECONTROLEERD   Volcano/Sunset Tour on Januari 6, 2024
Captain Marc is very experienced and knows the lake and its good spots for fishing.
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Rachelle B.
Atlanta, GA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Algemeen

Half day with Captain Marc

GECONTROLEERD   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 3, 2023
Marc was a great guide! He was both patient and a good teacher. He took us to several different spots, including great views...
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Antony F.
Palmetto Bay, FL
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Algemeen

Fishing in a beautiful environment

GECONTROLEERD   Half Day Trip (AM) on Maart 21, 2023
The lake is beautiful and Captain Marc and his mate were great and very patient with my young kids. We caught a few small bass...
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Elizabeth M.
Long Branch, NJ
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Lake Arenal Fishing with Captain Mark

GECONTROLEERD   Half Day Trip (AM) on Maart 4, 2023
Captain Mark showed us a great day on the water.ย  He worked hard to keep us on fish all day and he even came and picked us...
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