Nearshore Fishing Charters In Kona

Embark on an unforgettable Hawaii trophy hunting adventure with Captain Gaige. A quick boat ride offshore will take you to the perfect waters to catch huge Pacific species, including Blue Marlin, shortbill spearfish, striped marlin, Ono (Wahoo), Yellowfin Tuna, and more. Captain Gaige's 42’ Merritt is well-equipped with top-of-the-line Shimano reels and quality rods and tackle, all IGFA qualified in case you happen to catch a potential record breaker. Plus, the sturdy fighting chair will provide comfort during the intense battles with these magnificent creatures. Captain Gaige's trips focus on targeting trophy-sized fish, such as giant Yellowfin Tuna and Blue Marlin, rather than medium-sized fish like Mahi Mahi found in the nearshore waters. The waters off Hawaii get very deep quickly, meaning you can catch trophy gamefish without having to venture too far out. Thisepic sportfishing trip includes everything you need, from fishing licenses to tackle and bait, fish cleaning and packaging, coolers full of ice, and even complimentary photos and video of the trip! All reels are Shimano made, and the rods and tackles are of the highest quality and IGFA qualified. So, if you're looking to catch the trophy of a lifetime, Captain Gaige is the right person for the job! Read More

The water gets very deep just a short boat ride off the island. This means that trophy gamefish species like yellowfin tuna, blue marlin, sailfish, and mahi-mahi can be caught without having to take a long ride out to the prime fishing waters. This trip includes fishing licenses, tackle & bait, fish cleaning and packaging, coolers full of ice, and even complimentary photos and video of the trip! All the gear on board is IGFA qualified, so if you catch a trophy, you may be in the running for a record. All reels are made by Shimano, and the rods and tackles are of the highest quality. Whether you're just looking to catch your next meal, or chasing after the trophy of a lifetime, this is the trip for you! Read More

Join Captain Mark for an unforgettable fishing experience off the coast of Kalaoa, where the target is big Yellowfin and Marlin. Captain Mark is serious about catching trophy-sized fish, so don't expect to go after smaller species like Mahi Mahi or Wahoo. Instead, you'll be reeling in massive gamefish like giant Yellowfin Tuna and big Blue Marlin, which put up an impressive fight and are known for their aerial displays. Hawaii is home to deep waters that are just a short, 15-minute ride offshore. This means that you won't have to spend hours on a boat to get to the prime fishing waters. In fact, thousands of feet of water can be reached within minutes, where you can target trophy gamefish. Captain Mark's trip includes everything you need for a successful day of fishing: fishing licenses, tackle, bait, fish cleaning and packaging, and coolers filled with ice. Plus, you'll even receive complimentary photos and videos of your trip. All of the gear on board is of the highest quality, with Shimano reels and IGFA-qualified rods and tackles. If you're looking to catch the trophy of a lifetime, Captain Mark is the man for the job! Read More