Fly fishing Costa Rica’s hidden rivers and streams in search of the ultimate in exotic fish species

A lot of our readers are seasoned saltwater fisherman who visit Costa Rica’s blue waters and inshore volcanic reefs annually in search of big game fish. The art of pitching bait to sailfish or popping for roosterfish and cubera has even become “routine” for some anglers. Anglers love a challenge, and there is nothing more exciting than completely moving out of ones comfort zone in search of new aquatic environments and the interesting salt or freshwater species that thrive there.

Our friends at 506 Outdoors are masters of seeking out hidden jungle rivers that yield elusive fish species such as the Guapote, Machaca, and in the following video – the Moga. These are not easy fish to catch, but that’s the thrill. Catching these little-known fish definitely offers anglers, especially fly fisherman, a welcome cure for that desire to experience a new challenge. If you’re ready to break out of your comfort zone and dive into some of Costa Rica’s rawest and most savage rivers – look no further than this video.