There are as many Hawaii fishing options as there are Hawaiian fish. Whether you decide to stand on the shore and leisurely cast your line, take a half-day to do some bottom fishing or head off on a full-out deep sea adventure, you're sure to have the experience of a lifetime. That said, fishing in Hawaii is a popular activity (for good reason) so unless you have fishermen friends on the island, be sure to charter your boat far in advance!
What should I bring on my Hawaii fishing trip?
Most charter boats will provide you with equipment, but you should always call ahead and make sure you have everything you need before you go. Many boats also offer lunch, snacks, and/or drinks as well as other amenities such as hot and cold fresh water, restrooms and music.
If you are prone to motion sickness, be sure to take medication beforehand. Count on bringing your own sunscreen, suit, and towel. Don't forget some sunglasses to cut the glare and a light jacket to cut the wind!
What kind of fish can I catch?
If you're bottom fishing around Oahu and using squid for bait, you'll likely be targeting species such as Opelu, Ta'ape, Akule, Moana, Weke, Ulua, Menpachi, Snapper, Bonefish and O'ie.
Big game fishing off Kauai might bring you Pacific Blue Marlin, Yellow Fin Tuna, Wahoo or Dolphin Fish.
Exploring the Big Island's fishing grounds around Kona could land you Mahi Mahi, Ono, tuna, Short Nose Spearfish, Striped Marlin or Blue Marlin.
Truthfully, the fishing is good on nearly every island year round and you never know just what you'll pull out of the water – which, of course, is half the fun.
Can I keep the fish I catch?
This depends on the type of boat you've chartered. While it is often customary to leave your catch with the captain and crew to help defray their expenses, there's plenty of operations who let you keep it all, help you mount it (if that's what you want to do) or even cook it up for you right on the boat while you reminisce about the day's excitement.
Anything else I should know about planning my Hawaii fishing trip?
There are generally two types of fishing trips you can charter: private and shared. "Private" means that you will be the only people on the boat, whoever you bring with you, and the crewman. "Shared" means the crew will try to schedule your trip together with other people wanting to go around the same time. Private tours are generally more expensive, but offer more customized experiences. Shared tours offer the opportunity to make friends with new people who share your interests.
Taking a Hawaii fishing trip is an opportunity to give yourself a one-of-a-kind experience. If the thought of basking on a deck out in the middle of the ocean, having a belly full of fish you caught yourself, watching for the green flash of the Hawaiian sunset and listening for whale-song appeals to you, then a Hawaii fishing trip is the way to go!
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