FAQ

Trolling Kona style lures is the most common technique, but we can switch it up with live baiting or trolling diver lures, depending on conditions, experience of the angler and availability of bait. Blue Marlin is the target species, unless otherwise arranged with the Captain. We generally do not do bottom fishing. If the marlin are just not around, we may concentrate on other species such as Ono, Ahi, and Mahi-Mahi

There is no requirement for a fishing license for saltwater fishing in Hawaii.

Wear comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, such as tees and shorts. Fish blood permanently stains so be warned. Soft-soled non-marking rubber shoes are the go. Avoid hard belt-buckles, or anything that might scratch or hurt the boat, i.e, pliers in hip holsters. Bring a light rain jacket, and a change of clothes, especially for kids. Don't forget camera and NO SPRAY sunscreen. Bring snacks, lunch, any drinks including alcohol if you wish. We have plenty of ice to keep it all cold.

Kona has naturally calm waters, due to being in the lee of the mountains, and is affectionately called "Lake Kona". However, if you have a history of sea sickness, or are still unsure, we recommend you pre-medicated with and over-the-counter medication such as Dramamine. It's best to take the night before the charter, and again in the morning before you board. If you wait until you feel sick, it's too late.

We welcome kids over the age of five years old. It's a great time to introduce them to the sport and many IGFA Junior records were set by first time anglers. In Hawaii, children 12 years of age and under must wear a personal floatation device (PFD) while aboard a vessel operating or anchored offshore (HAR 13-243-1)

The costs of fuel, boat maintenance and crew are the same whether there is one angler or six, so unfortunatly, we cannot offer discounts to smaller parties. In Kona, there is a lot of competition and charter rates are already quite low, already some of the lowest in the U.S. The fishing charter business is, at the best of times, a break-even operation, so we really do it for the love of the sport, but we still have to pay the bills.

Tipping is appropriate and much appreciated. Much like the service industry, our crew rely on tips to earn their living. Tips are split between the Captain and crew. If you enjoyed your charter, a good place to start is 15-20% of the charter.

We use a combination of tournament-ready heavy and light tackle, depending upon conditions. All our gear is serviced regularly to ensure you have the best chances of landing a hooked fish. Line is regularly re-spooled, hooks sharpened, lures rotated. We have a big game chair, an absolute necessity for those granders, as well as stand-up gear for smaller game fish.

Yes, usually. We usually book one charter a day, and if the bite is really hot, it's hard to walk away. The captain is equipped to accept credit cards/cash to extend your time. If you have booked a morning 1/2 day charter, there is a chance that we have already scheduled an afternoon 1/2 day charter, in which case, we cannot extend your day. Be sure to ask, if we can, we will!

A 100% refund will be applied for cancellations made 15 days before from the date of charter. Cancellations less than 15 days of departure will be assessed a cancelation fee of 30%. A 50% refund will be applied for cancellations within 72 hours of departures. No shows on day of charter will be charged 100%, no refund will be applied.

Blue marlin is our primary target species, but pelagic species such as Ahi (yellowfin tuna), Ono (Wahoo), Mahi-mahi and short bill spearfish are often caught as by-catch. These are all excellent table fish, found on many local restaurant menus. You'll be happy to take a slab home for supper as well as enjoy a good fight. We encourage our guest to release marlin, to protect our fishery for tomorrow's generation. Occasionally, a marlin may become too exhausted from the fight, and won't survive being released. In that case, the fish is harvested. If fishing a tounament, a qualifying fish may be harvested for a chance at prize money. Sometimes the Captain has to weigh the odds, as to whether a weighed fish or a tagged/released fish will garner more points in a tournament. Your Captain will make that judgement. Outside of tournments we occassionally harvest a marlin if there is a genuine chance of IGFA line class record or if the customer chooses to do so.

Unfortunately, no. The U.S. Coast Guard approves us to 6 passengers maximum, plus 2 crew members. More than 6 puts us in violation of the rules. If you arrive to the dock with more than 6 people, the extras will be left ashore, waving you a bon voyage.

Absolutely! We'll even filet your fish for you. Please note, there isn't a facility in Kona that is equipped to flash freeze, pack and ship your fish home as there are in other places like Alaska. Some restaurants will cook your fish for you, but you should call ahead to check, as most won't, due to strict controls around food sanitation.

We have a toilet, shower, air-conditioned salon with a seating area, dinette and even a comfortable place to lie down and watch the lures.

Sorry, we don't offer open party charters. However, as a single, you are welcome to book the entire boat, which will maximize your chances of hooking up.

Trolling Kona style lures is the most common technique, but we can switch it up with live baiting or trolling diver lures, depending on conditions, experience of the angler and availability of bait. Blue Marlin is the target species, unless otherwise arranged with the Captain. We generally do not do bottom fishing. If the marlin are just not around, we may concentrate on other species such as Ono, Ahi, and Mahi-Mahi

There is no requirement for a fishing license for saltwater fishing in Hawaii.

Wear comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, such as tees and shorts. Fish blood permanently stains so be warned. Soft-soled non-marking rubber shoes are the go. Avoid hard belt-buckles, or anything that might scratch or hurt the boat, i.e, pliers in hip holsters. Bring a light rain jacket, and a change of clothes, especially for kids. Don't forget camera and NO SPRAY sunscreen. Bring snacks, lunch, any drinks including alcohol if you wish. We have plenty of ice to keep it all cold.

Kona has naturally calm waters, due to being in the lee of the mountains, and is affectionately called "Lake Kona". However, if you have a history of sea sickness, or are still unsure, we recommend you pre-medicated with and over-the-counter medication such as Dramamine. It's best to take the night before the charter, and again in the morning before you board. If you wait until you feel sick, it's too late.

We welcome kids over the age of five years old. It's a great time to introduce them to the sport and many IGFA Junior records were set by first time anglers. In Hawaii, children 12 years of age and under must wear a personal floatation device (PFD) while aboard a vessel operating or anchored offshore (HAR 13-243-1)

The costs of fuel, boat maintenance and crew are the same whether there is one angler or six, so unfortunatly, we cannot offer discounts to smaller parties. In Kona, there is a lot of competition and charter rates are already quite low, already some of the lowest in the U.S. The fishing charter business is, at the best of times, a break-even operation, so we really do it for the love of the sport, but we still have to pay the bills.

Tipping is appropriate and much appreciated. Much like the service industry, our crew rely on tips to earn their living. Tips are split between the Captain and crew. If you enjoyed your charter, a good place to start is 15-20% of the charter.

We use a combination of tournament-ready heavy and light tackle, depending upon conditions. All our gear is serviced regularly to ensure you have the best chances of landing a hooked fish. Line is regularly re-spooled, hooks sharpened, lures rotated. We have a big game chair, an absolute necessity for those granders, as well as stand-up gear for smaller game fish.

Yes, usually. We usually book one charter a day, and if the bite is really hot, it's hard to walk away. The captain is equipped to accept credit cards/cash to extend your time. If you have booked a morning 1/2 day charter, there is a chance that we have already scheduled an afternoon 1/2 day charter, in which case, we cannot extend your day. Be sure to ask, if we can, we will!

A 100% refund will be applied for cancellations made 15 days before from the date of charter. Cancellations less than 15 days of departure will be assessed a cancelation fee of 30%. A 50% refund will be applied for cancellations within 72 hours of departures. No shows on day of charter will be charged 100%, no refund will be applied.

Blue marlin is our primary target species, but pelagic species such as Ahi (yellowfin tuna), Ono (Wahoo), Mahi-mahi and short bill spearfish are often caught as by-catch. These are all excellent table fish, found on many local restaurant menus. You'll be happy to take a slab home for supper as well as enjoy a good fight. We encourage our guest to release marlin, to protect our fishery for tomorrow's generation. Occasionally, a marlin may become too exhausted from the fight, and won't survive being released. In that case, the fish is harvested. If fishing a tounament, a qualifying fish may be harvested for a chance at prize money. Sometimes the Captain has to weigh the odds, as to whether a weighed fish or a tagged/released fish will garner more points in a tournament. Your Captain will make that judgement. Outside of tournments we occassionally harvest a marlin if there is a genuine chance of IGFA line class record or if the customer chooses to do so.

Unfortunately, no. The U.S. Coast Guard approves us to 6 passengers maximum, plus 2 crew members. More than 6 puts us in violation of the rules. If you arrive to the dock with more than 6 people, the extras will be left ashore, waving you a bon voyage.

Absolutely! We'll even filet your fish for you. Please note, there isn't a facility in Kona that is equipped to flash freeze, pack and ship your fish home as there are in other places like Alaska. Some restaurants will cook your fish for you, but you should call ahead to check, as most won't, due to strict controls around food sanitation.

We have a toilet, shower, air-conditioned salon with a seating area, dinette and even a comfortable place to lie down and watch the lures.

Sorry, we don't offer open party charters. However, as a single, you are welcome to book the entire boat, which will maximize your chances of hooking up.

Trolling Kona style lures is the most common technique, but we can switch it up with live baiting or trolling diver lures, depending on conditions, experience of the angler and availability of bait. Blue Marlin is the target species, unless otherwise arranged with the Captain. We generally do not do bottom fishing. If the marlin are just not around, we may concentrate on other species such as Ono, Ahi, and Mahi-Mahi

There is no requirement for a fishing license for saltwater fishing in Hawaii.

Wear comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, such as tees and shorts. Fish blood permanently stains so be warned. Soft-soled non-marking rubber shoes are the go. Avoid hard belt-buckles, or anything that might scratch or hurt the boat, i.e, pliers in hip holsters. Bring a light rain jacket, and a change of clothes, especially for kids. Don't forget camera and NO SPRAY sunscreen. Bring snacks, lunch, any drinks including alcohol if you wish. We have plenty of ice to keep it all cold.

Kona has naturally calm waters, due to being in the lee of the mountains, and is affectionately called "Lake Kona". However, if you have a history of sea sickness, or are still unsure, we recommend you pre-medicated with and over-the-counter medication such as Dramamine. It's best to take the night before the charter, and again in the morning before you board. If you wait until you feel sick, it's too late.

We welcome kids over the age of five years old. It's a great time to introduce them to the sport and many IGFA Junior records were set by first time anglers. In Hawaii, children 12 years of age and under must wear a personal floatation device (PFD) while aboard a vessel operating or anchored offshore (HAR 13-243-1)

The costs of fuel, boat maintenance and crew are the same whether there is one angler or six, so unfortunatly, we cannot offer discounts to smaller parties. In Kona, there is a lot of competition and charter rates are already quite low, already some of the lowest in the U.S. The fishing charter business is, at the best of times, a break-even operation, so we really do it for the love of the sport, but we still have to pay the bills.

Tipping is appropriate and much appreciated. Much like the service industry, our crew rely on tips to earn their living. Tips are split between the Captain and crew. If you enjoyed your charter, a good place to start is 15-20% of the charter.

We use a combination of tournament-ready heavy and light tackle, depending upon conditions. All our gear is serviced regularly to ensure you have the best chances of landing a hooked fish. Line is regularly re-spooled, hooks sharpened, lures rotated. We have a big game chair, an absolute necessity for those granders, as well as stand-up gear for smaller game fish.

Yes, usually. We usually book one charter a day, and if the bite is really hot, it's hard to walk away. The captain is equipped to accept credit cards/cash to extend your time. If you have booked a morning 1/2 day charter, there is a chance that we have already scheduled an afternoon 1/2 day charter, in which case, we cannot extend your day. Be sure to ask, if we can, we will!

A 100% refund will be applied for cancellations made 15 days before from the date of charter. Cancellations less than 15 days of departure will be assessed a cancelation fee of 30%. A 50% refund will be applied for cancellations within 72 hours of departures. No shows on day of charter will be charged 100%, no refund will be applied.

Blue marlin is our primary target species, but pelagic species such as Ahi (yellowfin tuna), Ono (Wahoo), Mahi-mahi and short bill spearfish are often caught as by-catch. These are all excellent table fish, found on many local restaurant menus. You'll be happy to take a slab home for supper as well as enjoy a good fight. We encourage our guest to release marlin, to protect our fishery for tomorrow's generation. Occasionally, a marlin may become too exhausted from the fight, and won't survive being released. In that case, the fish is harvested. If fishing a tounament, a qualifying fish may be harvested for a chance at prize money. Sometimes the Captain has to weigh the odds, as to whether a weighed fish or a tagged/released fish will garner more points in a tournament. Your Captain will make that judgement. Outside of tournments we occassionally harvest a marlin if there is a genuine chance of IGFA line class record or if the customer chooses to do so.

Unfortunately, no. The U.S. Coast Guard approves us to 6 passengers maximum, plus 2 crew members. More than 6 puts us in violation of the rules. If you arrive to the dock with more than 6 people, the extras will be left ashore, waving you a bon voyage.

Absolutely! We'll even filet your fish for you. Please note, there isn't a facility in Kona that is equipped to flash freeze, pack and ship your fish home as there are in other places like Alaska. Some restaurants will cook your fish for you, but you should call ahead to check, as most won't, due to strict controls around food sanitation.

We have a toilet, shower, air-conditioned salon with a seating area, dinette and even a comfortable place to lie down and watch the lures.

Sorry, we don't offer open party charters. However, as a single, you are welcome to book the entire boat, which will maximize your chances of hooking up.

Trolling Kona style lures is the most common technique, but we can switch it up with live baiting or trolling diver lures, depending on conditions, experience of the angler and availability of bait. Blue Marlin is the target species, unless otherwise arranged with the Captain. We generally do not do bottom fishing. If the marlin are just not around, we may concentrate on other species such as Ono, Ahi, and Mahi-Mahi

There is no requirement for a fishing license for saltwater fishing in Hawaii.

Wear comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, such as tees and shorts. Fish blood permanently stains so be warned. Soft-soled non-marking rubber shoes are the go. Avoid hard belt-buckles, or anything that might scratch or hurt the boat, i.e, pliers in hip holsters. Bring a light rain jacket, and a change of clothes, especially for kids. Don't forget camera and NO SPRAY sunscreen. Bring snacks, lunch, any drinks including alcohol if you wish. We have plenty of ice to keep it all cold.

Kona has naturally calm waters, due to being in the lee of the mountains, and is affectionately called "Lake Kona". However, if you have a history of sea sickness, or are still unsure, we recommend you pre-medicated with and over-the-counter medication such as Dramamine. It's best to take the night before the charter, and again in the morning before you board. If you wait until you feel sick, it's too late.

We welcome kids over the age of five years old. It's a great time to introduce them to the sport and many IGFA Junior records were set by first time anglers. In Hawaii, children 12 years of age and under must wear a personal floatation device (PFD) while aboard a vessel operating or anchored offshore (HAR 13-243-1)

The costs of fuel, boat maintenance and crew are the same whether there is one angler or six, so unfortunatly, we cannot offer discounts to smaller parties. In Kona, there is a lot of competition and charter rates are already quite low, already some of the lowest in the U.S. The fishing charter business is, at the best of times, a break-even operation, so we really do it for the love of the sport, but we still have to pay the bills.

Tipping is appropriate and much appreciated. Much like the service industry, our crew rely on tips to earn their living. Tips are split between the Captain and crew. If you enjoyed your charter, a good place to start is 15-20% of the charter.

We use a combination of tournament-ready heavy and light tackle, depending upon conditions. All our gear is serviced regularly to ensure you have the best chances of landing a hooked fish. Line is regularly re-spooled, hooks sharpened, lures rotated. We have a big game chair, an absolute necessity for those granders, as well as stand-up gear for smaller game fish.

Yes, usually. We usually book one charter a day, and if the bite is really hot, it's hard to walk away. The captain is equipped to accept credit cards/cash to extend your time. If you have booked a morning 1/2 day charter, there is a chance that we have already scheduled an afternoon 1/2 day charter, in which case, we cannot extend your day. Be sure to ask, if we can, we will!

A 100% refund will be applied for cancellations made 15 days before from the date of charter. Cancellations less than 15 days of departure will be assessed a cancelation fee of 30%. A 50% refund will be applied for cancellations within 72 hours of departures. No shows on day of charter will be charged 100%, no refund will be applied.

Blue marlin is our primary target species, but pelagic species such as Ahi (yellowfin tuna), Ono (Wahoo), Mahi-mahi and short bill spearfish are often caught as by-catch. These are all excellent table fish, found on many local restaurant menus. You'll be happy to take a slab home for supper as well as enjoy a good fight. We encourage our guest to release marlin, to protect our fishery for tomorrow's generation. Occasionally, a marlin may become too exhausted from the fight, and won't survive being released. In that case, the fish is harvested. If fishing a tounament, a qualifying fish may be harvested for a chance at prize money. Sometimes the Captain has to weigh the odds, as to whether a weighed fish or a tagged/released fish will garner more points in a tournament. Your Captain will make that judgement. Outside of tournments we occassionally harvest a marlin if there is a genuine chance of IGFA line class record or if the customer chooses to do so.

Unfortunately, no. The U.S. Coast Guard approves us to 6 passengers maximum, plus 2 crew members. More than 6 puts us in violation of the rules. If you arrive to the dock with more than 6 people, the extras will be left ashore, waving you a bon voyage.

Absolutely! We'll even filet your fish for you. Please note, there isn't a facility in Kona that is equipped to flash freeze, pack and ship your fish home as there are in other places like Alaska. Some restaurants will cook your fish for you, but you should call ahead to check, as most won't, due to strict controls around food sanitation.

We have a toilet, shower, air-conditioned salon with a seating area, dinette and even a comfortable place to lie down and watch the lures.

Sorry, we don't offer open party charters. However, as a single, you are welcome to book the entire boat, which will maximize your chances of hooking up.

Trolling Kona style lures is the most common technique, but we can switch it up with live baiting or trolling diver lures, depending on conditions, experience of the angler and availability of bait. Blue Marlin is the target species, unless otherwise arranged with the Captain. We generally do not do bottom fishing. If the marlin are just not around, we may concentrate on other species such as Ono, Ahi, and Mahi-Mahi

There is no requirement for a fishing license for saltwater fishing in Hawaii.

Wear comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, such as tees and shorts. Fish blood permanently stains so be warned. Soft-soled non-marking rubber shoes are the go. Avoid hard belt-buckles, or anything that might scratch or hurt the boat, i.e, pliers in hip holsters. Bring a light rain jacket, and a change of clothes, especially for kids. Don't forget camera and NO SPRAY sunscreen. Bring snacks, lunch, any drinks including alcohol if you wish. We have plenty of ice to keep it all cold.

Kona has naturally calm waters, due to being in the lee of the mountains, and is affectionately called "Lake Kona". However, if you have a history of sea sickness, or are still unsure, we recommend you pre-medicated with and over-the-counter medication such as Dramamine. It's best to take the night before the charter, and again in the morning before you board. If you wait until you feel sick, it's too late.

We welcome kids over the age of five years old. It's a great time to introduce them to the sport and many IGFA Junior records were set by first time anglers. In Hawaii, children 12 years of age and under must wear a personal floatation device (PFD) while aboard a vessel operating or anchored offshore (HAR 13-243-1)

The costs of fuel, boat maintenance and crew are the same whether there is one angler or six, so unfortunatly, we cannot offer discounts to smaller parties. In Kona, there is a lot of competition and charter rates are already quite low, already some of the lowest in the U.S. The fishing charter business is, at the best of times, a break-even operation, so we really do it for the love of the sport, but we still have to pay the bills.

Tipping is appropriate and much appreciated. Much like the service industry, our crew rely on tips to earn their living. Tips are split between the Captain and crew. If you enjoyed your charter, a good place to start is 15-20% of the charter.

We use a combination of tournament-ready heavy and light tackle, depending upon conditions. All our gear is serviced regularly to ensure you have the best chances of landing a hooked fish. Line is regularly re-spooled, hooks sharpened, lures rotated. We have a big game chair, an absolute necessity for those granders, as well as stand-up gear for smaller game fish.

Yes, usually. We usually book one charter a day, and if the bite is really hot, it's hard to walk away. The captain is equipped to accept credit cards/cash to extend your time. If you have booked a morning 1/2 day charter, there is a chance that we have already scheduled an afternoon 1/2 day charter, in which case, we cannot extend your day. Be sure to ask, if we can, we will!

A 100% refund will be applied for cancellations made 15 days before from the date of charter. Cancellations less than 15 days of departure will be assessed a cancelation fee of 30%. A 50% refund will be applied for cancellations within 72 hours of departures. No shows on day of charter will be charged 100%, no refund will be applied.

Blue marlin is our primary target species, but pelagic species such as Ahi (yellowfin tuna), Ono (Wahoo), Mahi-mahi and short bill spearfish are often caught as by-catch. These are all excellent table fish, found on many local restaurant menus. You'll be happy to take a slab home for supper as well as enjoy a good fight. We encourage our guest to release marlin, to protect our fishery for tomorrow's generation. Occasionally, a marlin may become too exhausted from the fight, and won't survive being released. In that case, the fish is harvested. If fishing a tounament, a qualifying fish may be harvested for a chance at prize money. Sometimes the Captain has to weigh the odds, as to whether a weighed fish or a tagged/released fish will garner more points in a tournament. Your Captain will make that judgement. Outside of tournments we occassionally harvest a marlin if there is a genuine chance of IGFA line class record or if the customer chooses to do so.

Unfortunately, no. The U.S. Coast Guard approves us to 6 passengers maximum, plus 2 crew members. More than 6 puts us in violation of the rules. If you arrive to the dock with more than 6 people, the extras will be left ashore, waving you a bon voyage.

Absolutely! We'll even filet your fish for you. Please note, there isn't a facility in Kona that is equipped to flash freeze, pack and ship your fish home as there are in other places like Alaska. Some restaurants will cook your fish for you, but you should call ahead to check, as most won't, due to strict controls around food sanitation.

We have a toilet, shower, air-conditioned salon with a seating area, dinette and even a comfortable place to lie down and watch the lures.

Sorry, we don't offer open party charters. However, as a single, you are welcome to book the entire boat, which will maximize your chances of hooking up.