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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.

12 boats7 publish prices$1,050 typical half day$1,400 typical full day
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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.

Boom Boom Sportfishing

85-471 Farrington Hwy, Waianae, HI

50 ft Boom Boom IIUp to 6 guests

OffshoreDeep sea

Targets: Striped marlin, Yellowfin tuna, Sailfish, Black marlin, Wahoo, Mahi-mahi, Skipjack tuna, Shortbill spearfish

Private 4 Hours $1,000Private 6 Hours $1,150Private 8 Hours $1,300+3 more on their site
(808) 306-4162Website

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Captain Jim Sportfishing

Kewalo Basin Harbor, Pier B, Slip B25, 1125 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI

Capt. JimKristaUp to 6 guests

Coast Guard license shown on their site checked October 2026

OffshoreDeep seaReef

Targets: Yellowfin tuna, Blue marlin, Mahi-mahi

Trolling Fishing Charter 4HR $1,100Trolling Fishing Charter 6HR $1,250Trolling Fishing Charter 8HR $1,400+3 more on their site
(808) 475-5584Website

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Live Bait Sport Fishing

Waianae Boat Harbor, 85-491 Farrington Hwy., Slip B-2, Waianae, HI 96792

Up to 6 guests

OffshoreDeep sea

Targets: Blue marlin, Wahoo, Mahi-mahi, Yellowfin tuna, Bigeye tuna, Sailfish, Amberjack, Striped marlin

Full-Day Charter (min 8 hr) $1,3003/4 Day Charter (min 6 hr) $1,100Half-Day Charter (min 4 hr) $900+1 more on their site
(808) 696-1604Website

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Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters

Haleiwa Harbor

Capt. MattUp to 3 guests

InshoreNearshoreOffshoreReef

Targets: Mahi-mahi, Wahoo, Giant trevally, Bluefin trevally, Skipjack tuna, Yellowfin tuna, Striped marlin

Beginners and Kids (3 hour) – per group $5505 Hour Half Day – per group $800Evening Trip Light Gear (2 hour) – per group $500
(808) 594-7799Website

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Playn Hooky Sportfishing

1125 Ala Moana Blvd., Slip A-4, Honolulu, HI (Kewalo Harbor)

Capt. Teoni Black41 ft Hatteras flybridgeUp to 6 guests

OffshoreDeep sea

Targets: Blue marlin, Black marlin, Striped marlin, Yellowfin tuna, Bigeye tuna, Skipjack tuna, Mahi-mahi, Wahoo

Private 1/2 Day (4 hours) $1,399Private 3/4 Day (6 hours) $1,599Private Full Day (8 hours) $1,799+2 more on their site
(808) 788-6553Website

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Whipsaw Sportfishing

1125 Ala Moana Blvd., Slip A-6, Honolulu, HI (Kewalo Basin)

Up to 6 guests

OffshoreDeep sea

Targets: Yellowfin tuna, Blue marlin, Black marlin, Striped marlin, Sailfish, Mahi-mahi, Wahoo, Bigeye tuna

Private 1/2 Day (4 hours) $1,299Private 3/4 Day (6 hours) $1,599Private Full Day (8 hours) $1,899+2 more on their site
(808) 393-2000Website

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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.

TripMedianRangeBoats
Private half day (about 4 hours)$1,050$800 – $1,3996
Private full day (about 8 hours)$1,400$1,300 – $1,8995

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.

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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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