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: 2 days 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
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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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Jody H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Algemeen

Not many fish but nice views/boat ride

GECONTROLEERD   Volcano/Sunset Tour on December 26, 2024
We learned when we got on the boat that itโ€™s pretty hard to catch fish this time of year.ย  We went out 3 hours and did...
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Megan P.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Algemeen

Good trip!

GECONTROLEERD   Half Day Trip (AM) on Juli 13, 2025
It was our first time in Costa Rica and decided we wanted to do both fresh and salt water fishing. First stop was Lake Arenal,...
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Ryan S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Algemeen

Great guide

GECONTROLEERD   Half Day Trip (PM) on April 16, 2025
Marc and his crew were great.ย  They worked hard and were knowledgeable.ย  I arrived a little early so we started a little...
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LJ C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Algemeen

Great Time

GECONTROLEERD   Half Day Trip (AM) on Juli 28, 2025
Although we didnโ€™t catch much, my wife and I had a blast. Fishing can be like the lottery, itโ€™s never guaranteed youโ€™ll...
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Timber H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Algemeen

Fishing with Marc

GECONTROLEERD   NIEUW  Half Day Trip (AM) on November 11, 2025
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