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About Your Trip

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

About Your Trip

Step aboard with Captain Kai and First Mate Manu for an exclusive offshore adventure built around world-class fishing, local knowledge, and serious firepower. These private 4 to 10-hour trips are limited to just six guests, giving you the space, focus, and personalized experience needed to chase down the biggest game in Kona’s legendary bluewater.

Captain Kai and Manu were raised right here on the Big Island, and they bring that homegrown passion and expertise to every trip. Whether you're here to chase your first Pacific Blue Marlin, haul in a hard-fighting Tuna, or simply enjoy a day offshore with your crew, this team is dedicated to helping you hook up and have a blast doing it.

The vessel is a tournament-proven 47’ Buddy Davis Convertible Sportfisher, purpose-built for big game fishing and fully modernized for peak performance and comfort. She’s undergone a full transformation, including twin 850hp Caterpillar engines, a brand-new deck and fuel system, and a 2024 electronics suite featuring Garmin systems, Furuno omni-directional sonar, a Furuno Doppler, and TimeZero navigation. Inside, you'll find three A/C units keeping things cool, plus a full salon, master stateroom, refrigerator, and microwave — making long days on the water as comfortable as they are exciting.

Every trip is outfitted for serious action, with heavy tackle Shimano 130 combos spooled with tournament-grade Amilan line. You’ll troll four lines with hooks, plus surface teasers and a dredge to maximize your odds at hooking into a monster. If the bite calls for something different, GreenStick tuna fishing is also available, along with light tackle setups perfect for mahi-mahi and other table fare.

From the first line in the water to the final run back to the harbor, Captain Kai’s goal is simple: give you the best possible shot at everything from dinner-worthy fish to one of Kona’s legendary marlin.

Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Air Conditioning

This boat has air conditioning.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	4 hours	6 hours	8 hours	10 hours
1 Person	$1,100.00	$1,400.00	$1,600.00	$1,800.00
2 People	$1,100.00	$1,400.00	$1,600.00	$1,800.00
3 People	$1,100.00	$1,400.00	$1,600.00	$1,800.00
4 People	$1,100.00	$1,400.00	$1,600.00	$1,800.00
5 People	$1,100.00	$1,400.00	$1,600.00	$1,800.00
6 People	$1,100.00	$1,400.00	$1,600.00	$1,800.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Kai H.

Independent Guide

About Your Guide

Kai H.

Independent Guide

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Kaiminani, Hawaii

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Buddy Davis
Year Built: 1989
Boat Length: 47'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Buddy Davis
Year Built: 1989
Boat Length: 47'
Boat Restroom: Yes
Engine Manufacturer: Caterpillar
Total Horsepower: 1700
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: Garmin electronics suite Furuno Omni-directional sonar Furuno Current Doppler TimeZero navigation suite

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Air Conditioning

This boat has air conditioning.

Weather

You won't lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

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Techniques

Bottom Fishing
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

All gear is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.

You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is home to thousands of quality, vetted fishing, hunting, and other outdoor sports guides across the US and beyond. Our mission is to Unlock the Outdoors by making it quick and easy to book the trip of a lifetime every time with our Damn Good Guides.

We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.