Deep Sea Fishing Charter Honolulu: Reel in Pacific Fish

You're fighting the fish, not planning the logistics

A shared deep sea fishing charter from Honolulu puts you on a 38-foot Hatteras in the Pacific within minutes of Waikiki, where you handle the rods and reels targeting pelagic fish from 5 pounds to over 500 pounds. Choose a half-day, three-quarter-day or full-day departure starting around 6am. The boat, tackle and a live English-speaking guide are included. Not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnancy.

The experience

The boat leaves Kewalo Basin before sunrise, and you're on the water in minutes instead of hours of driving. The 38-foot Hatteras carries Penn International and Shimano Tiagra rods rated for 80 and 130 class. The gear is rigged and ready, so you step aboard and start fishing without assembling anything. The captain and crew handle navigation and the boat. You handle the rod when something hits.

The Pacific here holds mahi mahi, ono, tuna and occasionally Pacific blue marlin. What you catch depends on the season and the day's conditions, but the boat is known for its bite. You're fishing the open ocean, not a reef or a bay, so the species and the fight are different from what you'd find closer to shore. The morning departure means you fish the peak hours and get back by early afternoon: long enough to feel the day, short enough to fit it around other plans.

A live guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese or Japanese, and children from age 8 are welcome. The boat's twin Cummins motors handle the swells, and the vessel is built for the work it does. You bring sunscreen and a willingness to get wet. The boat provides the tackle, the expertise and the access to the grounds where the fish are.

What’s included

• Use of fishing rods and reels.
• live guide in English, Spanish, Portuguese or Japanese.
• boat and crew.
• access to deep water fishing grounds minutes from Waikiki.

Options for this experience

3 options

Shared charter, half dayGuide in 5 languages · 06:00, 12:00 and 13:00Lasts 4 hours

Shared charter, 3/4 dayGuide in 5 languages · 06:00 and 11:00Lasts 6 hours

Shared charter, full dayGuide in 5 languages · 06:00Lasts 8 hours

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 06:00, 11:00, 12:00 and 13:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (8 to 17 years) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch and Japanese

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 or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated yesterday

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Waikiki Sport Fishing

Is this one for you?Book the half-day if you're fitting this around other plans or visiting Oahu for the first time and want to try it without committing a full morning. The three-quarter-day and full-day options give you more time on the grounds and a better shot at the larger pelagic species, so pick those if you're serious about the fight and have the schedule to match.

Traveler reviews

3.63★★★★★★★★★★

57 verified traveler reviews

5 ★29

4 ★6

3 ★5

2 ★6

1 ★11

Read all the reviews ›

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese and Dutch.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (8 to 17 years). Children under 8 can't be included in the booking.

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.

How early do I need to be at Kewalo Basin to board?

The charter departs around 6am, so you'll want to arrive 15–20 minutes before to check in and get oriented on the boat. Kewalo Basin is minutes from Waikiki hotels, so the early start doesn't mean a long drive.

What fish are actually out there this time of year?

Mahi mahi, ono and tuna are the regular catch. Pacific blue marlin show up seasonally. What you encounter depends on the month and the day's conditions, but the boat fishes grounds known for consistent activity.

Do I need fishing experience to book this?

No. The crew handles the boat and the navigation. You handle the rod when you hook something. First-timers and experienced anglers fish the same charter, and the guide will show you how to work the reel and set the hook.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to bring?

Rods, reels and tackle are included. The guide and the boat are included. Bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and a towel. Lunch is not included, so eat before you board or bring snacks.

How rough is the ocean, and will I get seasick?

You're on the open Pacific, so there's always some swell. The 38-foot Hatteras is built for these conditions and handles them well, but if you're prone to seasickness, take medication before boarding and stay on deck where the horizon is visible.