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Everything to Know About Booking a Kailua-Kona live bait fishing charter

What are the best live bait fishing charters in Kona?

The best live bait fishing charters in Kona are:

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in Kona with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 2 live bait fishing trips in Kona, and the most popular trips in the area are Kona Big Game Fishing - 31’ Bertram guided by Dale and Kona Coast Big Game Fishing guided by John.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in Kona? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Kona.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Kona?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Kona.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Kona are: 1. blue marlin, 2. mahi mahi, 3. skipjack tuna, 4. spearfish, and 5. striped marlin.

How much do Kailua-Kona live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Kona can range anywhere from about $850 to $1,480, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Kona is $963. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Kona is $1,314.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for on a live bait fishing charter in Kona?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Kona is spring, and most anglers book their trips 26 days in advance.

Do I need a Kona fishing license and what are the bag limits in Kona?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Kona, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Kona. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Kona.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Dale and his deckhand were extremely professional, my father is an older gentleman that is not very mobile, they went above and beyond and accommodating for him, and my son caught his first blue marlin!!!!! They were wonderful and I’m looking forward to another day on the ocean with him tomorrow, if it was anything like today, it will be a day to remember

    Kirk E. | July 16, 2023

    Trip: Kona Big Game Fishing - 31’ Bertram

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Dale and first mate Jack were great. The 31’ Bertram was clean and spacious and ran smooth as can be, and the canopy came in handy on a Sunny day. While the Marlin fishing was slow (listening to the radio, none of the boats in the tournament caught), we couldn’t have had a better time swapping stories with Dale and Jack, downing some Big Island brews, taking in the scenery, and watching whales breach. Hope to do it again soon! -Jonathan with Captain Experiences

    Jonathan N. | August 29, 2022

    Trip: Kona Big Game Fishing - 31’ Bertram

  • ★★★★★
    Everying as promised. If you want a fishing experience captain Dale is your man. We had an amazing day and Dale and Jack took care of us. Can't say enough about the experience and we had ages 8 to 80 involved. Great times.

    Tom H. | April 2, 2022

    Trip: Kona Big Game Fishing - 31’ Bertram

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