4-Hour Private Sunset Fishing Charter in Kona

Troll, drift and bottom fish in afternoon light when the big pelagic fish bite hardest

A 4-hour private sunset fishing charter in Kona aboard a 33-foot offshore sport fishing boat for up to six passengers. You troll, drift and bottom fish for blue marlin, wahoo, mahi mahi, yellowfin tuna and striped marlin, using the morning's catch reports to locate active fish. The boat carries outriggers, a fighting chair, live bait station and all tackle. A small cabin with table and bathroom is inside.

The experience

Four hours is the sweet spot for anglers who want to fish without committing to a full day. You sleep in, spend the morning on the beach or exploring, then board the 33-foot boat in the afternoon when fewer charters are on the water and the sunset is still ahead. The crew gathers reports from the morning trips and uses that intel to position you where the fish are feeding. Kona is one of the few places on earth that lands blue marlin over 1,000 pounds in every month of the year, so the species you're after depends on the season, but trolling, drifting and bottom fishing all happen here year-round.

The boat itself is built for serious fishing: outriggers spread the lines wide, a fighting chair anchors you when something large takes hold, and a live bait station keeps your offerings fresh. You get all the gear and tackle you need. Inside, a small sitting area with a table and a clean bathroom with sink and toilet give you a place to rest between bites or step out of the sun. The guide speaks English and fishes alongside you, reading the water and adjusting the approach as conditions change.

What’s included

• Bottled water.
• all fishing gear and tackle.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 14:00

Book up to1d before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPets welcomeInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Reel Escapes Hawaii

Is this one for you?You fish the boat yourself with the guide's help, not as a spectator. This suits anyone who wants hands-on action and doesn't mind the work of landing a fish. The afternoon timing lets you keep the morning free and still catch the sunset bite, ideal if you're splitting your day between land and water.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What fish can I expect to catch off Kona?

Blue marlin, wahoo, mahi mahi, yellowfin tuna, striped marlin and shortbill spearfish all bite in Kona waters, depending on the time of year. Kona is known for landing blue marlin over 1,000 pounds in every month, so trophy-sized fish are possible year-round.

How many people can fish on the boat?

The 33-foot sport fishing boat holds up to six passengers, so you can bring a group or book it as a private charter for your party.

What fishing methods do you use?

You'll troll, drift and bottom fish depending on where the crew locates active fish that day. The guide uses morning reports from other charters to choose the most productive spots.

Is the boat equipped for beginners, or do I need experience?

All fishing gear and tackle are provided, and the guide is there to help. You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness to handle the boat's motion and the work of fighting a large fish, but experience is not required.