The professional, bilingual crew of Captain Junior Bustos Abarca, and First Mate Diego López are a pleasure to fish with. Specializing in fly-fishing for Billfish, their in-depth knowledge of all methods of fishing provide a world-class angling experience. They are expert guides to the seasoned angler and excellent teachers to newcomers to the sport. They are a sought after crew for tournament fishing, boasting the highest number of tournament wins out of Costa Rica’s Marina Flamingo fleet. Their most recent victory, Most Billfish caught, August 2022 at the Presidential Challenge Flamingo Fishing Rodeo.

Experience that enriches the program: Over the past 30 years, aside from being one of Costa Rica’s top sport fishing boats, the crew on the Gamefisher II has collaborated with marine biologists and underwater cinematographers in producing the following list of documentary films. Through these experiences the crew has a deep understanding and appreciation of the ocean and all marine life she supports. They are a seasoned team, who understand a great deal about the ocean and fish behavior. They practice and teach sustainable, responsible fishing and take pride in sharing the experience with others.