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Spend four hours fishing the deep Kona slope aboard a 33' sportfisher at sunset. Expect trolling, drifting, and bottom fishing for blue marlin, mahi mahi, tuna and more with a private crew for up to six.
Spend four hours fishing the deep Kona slope aboard a 33' sportfisher at sunset. Expect trolling, drifting, and bottom fishing for blue marlin, mahi mahi, tuna and more with a private crew for up to six.
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Operated by Reel Escapes Hawaii · Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
The sun slips low over Kona and the sea turns molten gold as your 33' sportfishing boat slips from Honokohau Harbor. Lines click, the outriggers spread like wings, and the ocean seems to test you — currents nudging the hull, fish scents carried in warm upwellings.
moderate.
4 hours.
Moderate — able to stand and move on a rocking deck, lift light to moderate gear, and follow crew instructions
No — the charter operator covers required commercial licensing and permits; guests should confirm any personal possession limits with the captain if keeping fish.
Common targets include mahi mahi, yellowfin tuna, wahoo, and seasonal pelagics like striped or blue marlin; availability varies by season and sea conditions.
Yes — the 33' boat accommodates families up to six people; infants must sit on an adult’s lap and service animals are permitted.
Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure; operators may cancel for unsafe weather and will notify you in advance.
Kona’s offshore slope has supported both traditional Hawaiian subsistence fishing and modern big-game fisheries; the area’s records include very large marlin caught year-round.
Captains in Kona commonly practice selective harvesting and encourage catch-and-release for large pelagics; be mindful of marine protected areas and reef-safe sunscreens.
Reel Escapes Hawaii operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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