Sport Fishing

The Big Island of Hawaii boasts some of the bestbig game fishing found anywhere in the world. Kona is known for the trophy blue marlin caught each and every month of the year. Many of the giant blue marlin tip the scales at over 1000 pounds.

- Sue Vermillion

The gentle calm deep blue seas also yield a variety of other species of game fish which include: spearfish, tuna (ahi), Dorado (mahimahi) and wahoo (ono). The giant Pacific blue marlin are caught just a few minutes from the docks, and visiting anglers do not need fishing licenses here to enjoy the sport. Charter boats in Hawaii can be found in all shapes and sizes, and have a wide range of prices. Picking out the best charter boat for your fishing adventure can sometimes be a daunting task. 95% of the fishing boats in Kona are located at Honokohau Marina, located just a 10 minute drive south of the Kona airport 3 miles north of Kailua Kona town. Here you will find some of the best charter boats and captains in the Pacific. Take some time to go to the dock and view the boats in the marina. Honokohau Marina offers restaurants and shops for your v