BIG ISLAND
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The 10 most popular fishing on the Big Island. What they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Half-day morning private fishing charter on Big Island of Hawaii with Capt. Shawn. Max four people, gear included, cooler with ice.
“Took a 1/2 day morning trip on the Kona Cowboy. Captain and crew were both very friendly and knowledgeable. My 13 year old caught a 124 1/2 lb blue marlin. He described the experience as the best day of his life.”
Shared sport fishing off Kona with a max-6 crew, gear and cooler included. Learn technique, sail the coast, and fish for a few hours.
“Caught a Hawaiian Ono. Very fun. Crew was knowledgable”
Private 6-hour Kona fishing charter on Big Island. Up to 4 anglers, IGFA tackle, choose your target, crew helps you reel it in.
“They were super professional and polite. We are a family that is comfortable being outside and they were super mellow about us all being up top. Ryan, the deck hand, was almost more excited about us ALMOST snagging a huge blue marlin. He was very excited about our catch, the meat quality and size, which…”
Private Kona deep sea fishing on the Bite Me 4. Learn hands-on, bring your own food, and enjoy a cooler with ice for up to 6.
“Our trip was scheduled for 6:30 am, we drove 45 minutes, arrived early, only to find out at 6:20 am that trip was cancelled ( I have the captains email). What a perfectly terrible experience, still haven’t gotten a refund, and we would have to given them 48 hours notice, hmmmmm, think they’ll reimburse us…”
Private 5-hour Kona fishing charter for up to 5, with tackle and cold drinks included, targeting trophy blue marlin off Kailua-Kona.
“Brent and William were so nice! Brent explained a lot to us about fishing, tides, etc. The lures were the biggest I’ve ever seen. Fishing on Hawaii was a bucket list item for us and it was amazing!!! The day was beautiful and we enjoyed ourselves. We will definitely go again with them if we…”
Private 6-hour fishing charter in Kailua-Kona. All tackle included, flexible fishing styles, and possible humpback whales in season.
“Super exciting experience with the crew! Dean and Logan were both super knowledgeable and easy to converse with. The trip was slow until the last 30 mins where we caught a good sized wahoo and 250LB Marlin back to back. Made it all worth it and then some!”
Private Big Island charter with provided fishing gear, friendly crew, and a cooler-ready food and drink plan for up to 10.
“Our crew was very helpful and taught us basic deep sea fishing skills. They were very friendly and entertained us while we waiting for fish to bite. When pilot whales were spotted they took us to the area to watch. Highly recommend this company!”
Private 8-hour big-game trolling charter in Kailua-Kona. All tackle and bottled water included, guided by Captain Brent.
“Captain Brent and crew were great!”
Kona private fishing on OE II for up to 10: marlin and tuna odds, optional snorkel, onboard cooler, and expert coaching.
“Best fishing charter yet! Brian and cam are definitely the guys I want to go with again! Saw pilot whales, tons of porpoise and a sea turtle at the end! Not to mention the fish!! Got one beautiful tuna and 2 marlin at the same time but lost one! Definitely worth the full day! Cam,…”
Kona’s Bite Me 6 private half-day on a 41’ Hatteras for marlin, tuna, mahi, and ono, plus wildlife spotting and hands-on fishing.
“Brian and Cam on Bite Me 6 are the men! You want top notch, know what they are doing effortlessly, efficiently, effectively to deliver you the best experience on the Kona coast. In a flawless vessel operation and line launching, smooth trolling will find you in the thrill of a lifetime as the lure catches…”
