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Deep Sea Fishing in Honolulu
12 charter boats in Honolulu, Kewalo Basin, Haleiwa and Waianae that run offshore and deep sea trips, listed A to Z with their boats and published prices. Call the captain directly – we never take a commission.
The boats
Honolulu deep sea fishing charters, A to Z
Every boat here lists offshore, reef or wreck trips on its own published trip menu. Confirm the trip, the price and what is included before you book.
Bob Marlin Charters
Haleiwa Harbor, 66-105 Haleiwa Road, Haleiwa, HI 96712
Targets: Mahi-mahi, Yellowfin tuna, Wahoo, Blue marlin
Boom Boom Sportfishing
85-471 Farrington Hwy, Waianae, HI
Targets: Striped marlin, Yellowfin tuna, Sailfish, Black marlin, Wahoo, Mahi-mahi, Skipjack tuna, Shortbill spearfish
Captain Jim Sportfishing
Kewalo Basin Harbor, Pier B, Slip B25, 1125 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI
Coast Guard license shown on their site checked October 2026
Targets: Yellowfin tuna, Blue marlin, Mahi-mahi
Kewalo Sport Fishing
1025 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI (Kewalo Basin)
Targets: Yellowfin tuna, Wahoo, Mahi-mahi
Live Bait Sport Fishing
Waianae Boat Harbor, 85-491 Farrington Hwy., Slip B-2, Waianae, HI 96792
Targets: Blue marlin, Wahoo, Mahi-mahi, Yellowfin tuna, Bigeye tuna, Sailfish, Amberjack, Striped marlin
Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters
Haleiwa Harbor
Targets: Mahi-mahi, Wahoo, Giant trevally, Bluefin trevally, Skipjack tuna, Yellowfin tuna, Striped marlin
Magic Sport Fishing
1125 Ala Moana Blvd #7, Honolulu, HI 96814 (Kewalo Basin)
Targets: Blue marlin, Mahi-mahi, Yellowfin tuna, Striped marlin
Oahu Charter Sport Fishing
1125 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96813 (Kewalo Basin)
Targets: Striped marlin, Shortbill spearfish, Yellowfin tuna, Wahoo, Mahi-mahi, Blue marlin
Oahu Pelagic Sportfishing (Honolulu Charter Fishing)
Kewalo Basin Harbor, Honolulu
Targets: Blue marlin, Mahi-mahi, Yellowfin tuna, Wahoo, Skipjack tuna
Playn Hooky Sportfishing
1125 Ala Moana Blvd., Slip A-4, Honolulu, HI (Kewalo Harbor)
Targets: Blue marlin, Black marlin, Striped marlin, Yellowfin tuna, Bigeye tuna, Skipjack tuna, Mahi-mahi, Wahoo
Tradewind Charters
1125 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, HI 96814 (Kewalo Basin)
Whipsaw Sportfishing
1125 Ala Moana Blvd., Slip A-6, Honolulu, HI (Kewalo Basin)
Targets: Yellowfin tuna, Blue marlin, Black marlin, Striped marlin, Sailfish, Mahi-mahi, Wahoo, Bigeye tuna
Listed alphabetically – this is not a ranking. Updated October 2026. All 13 operators: Honolulu fishing charters.
What to expect
Deep sea fishing in Honolulu at a glance
Offshore and deep sea trips run past the beaches to reefs, wrecks, ledges and open water for bigger fish. Expect longer runs, more swell and longer trips – full days are common.
- Trip lengths these boats publish: Half day (about 4 hours) – 6; Three-quarter day (about 6 hours) – 5; Full day (8 hours or more) – 5.
- Fish they list most: Mahi-mahi, Yellowfin tuna, Wahoo, Blue marlin, Striped marlin, Skipjack tuna, Sailfish, Black marlin.
- In season in October: Skipjack tuna (see the Honolulu season calendar).
- Group size: most of these boats that publish a limit take up to 6 guests.
- Coast Guard license: 1 of 12 show the captain’s US Coast Guard license on their own site.
Offshore water is rougher than the bay. If you get seasick, read how to avoid seasickness on a charter before you go, and check the Honolulu wind forecast – the captain always makes the final weather call.
Prices
What deep sea fishing costs in Honolulu
Calculated from the private-trip prices these boats publish, as of October 2026. Prices are for the whole boat, not per person; tips and fish cleaning can be extra.
| Trip | Median | Range | Boats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private half day (about 4 hours) | $1,050 | $800 – $1,399 | 6 |
| Private full day (about 8 hours) | $1,400 | $1,300 – $1,899 | 5 |
More: fishing charter prices across the US · half day vs full day.
Questions
Deep sea fishing in Honolulu: questions
How much is deep sea fishing in Honolulu?
Among 6 boats that publish a private half-day price, the median is $1,050 (from $800 to $1,399), and the median full day is $1,400. Prices are for the whole boat. Confirm the price and what is included when you book.
What fish can you catch deep sea fishing in Honolulu?
The fish these boats list most often are Mahi-mahi, Yellowfin tuna, Wahoo, Blue marlin, Striped marlin, Skipjack tuna. What bites depends on the month – see the season calendar.
Is deep sea or inshore fishing better in Honolulu?
Inshore trips are calmer, shorter and better for kids and first-timers; offshore trips run farther for bigger fish and take more time. Honolulu also runs inshore trips: 2 inshore guides. Inshore vs offshore explained.
Does Gone Fishing HQ take a commission?
No. You book with the captain directly by phone or on their own website, and they keep 100% of the trip price.
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