English-speaking guides fish just two anglers per boat, delivering personalized instruction, focused attention, and maximum opportunity throughout the day.

Returning guests consistently praise the guides for their professionalism, deep expertise, and uncanny ability to locate fish—especially during peak tarpon and trophy snook seasons.

Fly Fishing

• Guests can fly fish for giant tarpon and trophy snook, both in the rivers and offshore.

• The guides are experienced in fly techniques, including sight-casting to surface-feeding tarpon.

• The lodge provides the right fly rods, reels for different species and conditions.

• Fly fishing works well in calm river waters, estuaries, and when fish are visible near the surface.

Spin Fishing

• Spin fishing is widely used for both tarpon and snook, offering versatility across offshore and jungle river environments.

• Anglers can cast spoons, jigs, soft plastics, and lures, depending on the conditions.

• Guides tailor spin fishing tactics to the species, structure, and seasonal patterns.

• Spin fishing is ideal for quick action, longer casts, and situations where fly fishing may be less practical.

Giant Tarpon — Known as the “Silver King,” this iconic gamefish is abundant in the Rio Parismina River mouth and Caribbean waters, offering world-class action for anglers.

Snook — A premier trophy species, with the Parismina system producing multiple IGFA world-record snook catches.

Jack Crevalle — Powerful and plentiful, found near the river mouth and throughout the estuary waters, providing exciting fights for all anglers.

12 generously sized guest rooms, thoughtfully designed to combine comfort and practicality. Each room features two full‑size beds, perfect for anglers traveling together, couples, or anyone seeking extra space.

Every room now includes air conditioning and complimentary Wi‑Fi, allowing guests to relax and stay connected after a day on the water. Rooms also feature a private en‑suite bathroom with hot water shower, ceiling fan and screened windows for natural ventilation, a walk-in closet and shelving for storing gear and personal items, and an in-room safe for valuables.

Primary Seasons

• Mid‑January to May — During this winter and spring window, river conditions are ideal and waters are clearer, making it one of the best times for tarpon fishing.

• Mid‑August to November — The fall season offers excellent snook fishing and another strong period for tarpon.

Peak Periods

• Mid‑March to Mid‑May — Widely regarded as the peak tarpon season, with outstanding action on the river and nearshore waters.

• September to Mid‑November — Prime snook fishing combined with continued tarpon opportunities, offering some of the most productive days of the year.

2026 Rates (USD)

Double Occupancy: Two anglers sharing a room and boat
Single Occupancy: One angler per room and boat

Note: If there are two guests and only one is fishing, the angler is charged the single-occupancy rate.

Guided Fishing Packages

7 Nights / 7 Days Guided Fishing

• Double: $7,980 per person

• Single: $9,310 per person

4 Nights / 4 Days Guided Fishing

• Double: $4,800 per person

• Single: $5,600 per person

3 Nights / 3 Days Guided Fishing

• Double: $4,200 per person

• Single: $4,200 per person

Non-Angler Sharing a Room

7 Nights / 7 Days: $4,000 per person
4 Nights / 4 Days: $2,800 per person
3 Nights / 3 Days: $2,500 per person

Fly Fishing Gear

Rod & Reel:

• 12‑ to 14‑weight fly rods, strong enough for large tarpon in offshore waters or big rivers

• Saltwater-rated reels with smooth, powerful drag

• Reels with ample backing capacity to handle long runs

Fly Line & Leaders:

• Intermediate sinking or sinking-tip lines to reach feeding fish

• Heavy 80–100 lb monofilament or shock tippet for tarpon and large snook

• Flies with 3/0–6/0 hook sizes to ensure secure hookups on big fish

Spinning & Conventional Tackle

Tarpon & Larger Saltwater Species

• Medium-heavy to heavy-action spinning or casting rods, 7–9 ft in length

• High-capacity saltwater spinning reels in the 6000–10000 size range, or equivalent conventional reels

• Smooth, strong drag systems to handle long runs

• 30–80 lb braided main line with 100–200 lb fluorocarbon leader for abrasion resistance and managing jumps

Big tarpon are strong fighters, so reels with large line capacity and robust drag are essential.

Snook & Estuary Fishing

• 6½–7½ ft medium-heavy spinning or casting rods

• Quality reels rated 4000–6000

• 12–30 lb braided main line with 40–60 lb shock leader for sensitivity and strength

• Versatile for jigs, plugs, and live bait presentations in estuaries and river structure

Rio Parismina Lodge accommodates up to 24 guests across its 12 spacious rooms, each featuring two full-size beds.

The lodge features 21-foot modified V-hull Ocean Craft boats equipped with T-tops, fighting chairs, marine radios, fish finders, and well-maintained, adequately powered engines—custom-built for safe crossings of the river bar. In the jungle rivers, anglers fish from flat-bottom Jon boats. Each boat carries two anglers per guide, ensuring personalized attention and a premium fishing experience.

• Arrival in San José

  • A lodge representative will meet you at the airport and assist with your transfer to the DoubleTree Cariari Hotel.

  • Note: The package does not include the first or last hotel nights.

• Morning Transfer to Airport

  • At 5:00 a.m., a lodge representative will drive you to the local airport in San José.

• Charter Flight to Rio Parismina

  • Enjoy a 30-minute charter flight to the Rio Parismina airstrip.

  • Roundtrip charter flights are included in the package.

  • Guests are allowed one 30-pound bag and a rod case.

• Arrival at Rio Parismina Airstrip

  • Lodge staff will meet you, transfer your luggage to the dock, and escort you through the village of Parismina.

• Boat Transfer to the Lodge

  • Complete your journey with a short boat ride across the Parismina River to the lodge.

The Packages Include:

• Airport reception in San José
• Ground transfers between the international airport and the hotel
• Ground transfers between the hotel and the local airport
• Roundtrip charter flight between San José and Rio Parismina Lodge
• Accommodations at the Lodge
• all meals and open bar at the Lodge
• Wine with lunch and dinner
• Wi-Fi access at the Lodge
• Daily laundry service
• Guided fishing
• Use of rods and reels for all species
• All package taxes.

The Packages Do Not Include:

• Airfare to and from Costa Rica
• First and last night hotel stay in San José
• Meals in San José
• Fishing license, $15
• Gratuities for guides and lodge staff
• Terminal tackle and fishing lures
   (average $20 to $25 p.p., based on use/loss)
• Tortuguero National Park entrance fee ($15 p.p./day, if fishing there)
• Massages at the Lodge
• Global Rescue coverage
• Travel insurance
• Any items not listed under inclusions.
•Note: All prices are subject to change.