The 5 Oahu Fishing Charters Tours That Earn Their Price

1.3-Hour Honolulu Bottom Fishing Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 320 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $86Our pick

Meet at Kewalo Basin Harbor for a shared three-hour bottom-fishing trip near Waikīkī. The crew supplies rods, bait, and water, helps beginners, and fishes several spots. Jay, Savannah, and JP have all earned praise for friendly assistance, though catches and equipment quality can vary.

“The crew was great. Everyone (ages 10-71) had a great experience. Everyone caught at least one fish, several caught multiple fish. The crew explained the fish were and if edible, the fish could be taken home to eat. One hint: wear dark, old clothes since squid ink may end up on your clothes and it is really hard to get. We would highly recommend this tour.”

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2.Private Fishing Charter for Family and Friends in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $265Top rated

Set out from Kewalo Basin Harbor with up to six people for a two-hour private reef fishing trip. Captain Sundance, Zach, Rick, Hannah, and others help beginners and children bait lines, identify fish, and enjoy views of Diamond Head, Waikiki, and Honolulu.

“Great time out fishing with our captain Sundance! We all caught fish and really enjoyed the time out on the water. Sundance was very helpful and knowledgeable on what we caught and gave up guidance when we didn't it.”

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3.Deep Sea Shared Fishing Charter in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 43 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $314

Leave Kewalo Basin around 6am aboard a 38-foot Hatteras with up to six people. The crew sets Penn International and Shimano Tiagra gear for mahi mahi, ono, tuna, and possible Pacific blue marlin. Choose four, six, or eight hours, and return to the same Honolulu marina.

“It was our first time deep sea fishing and they make you feel very comfortable straight away. It is so exciting knowing a big fish can bite any moment.”

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4.North Shore Tour Guide Shoreline Fishing

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 39 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Meet your private North Shore guide at Mokulē‘ia Army Beach in Waialua for about two hours of shoreline fishing. North Shore Tour Guide supplies poles, tackle, and bait, then shares local tips. Guide Ashton has also worked especially well with children, including an 11-year-old angler.

“Great experience. Guide Ashton was very helpful and great with my 11 year old son. We caught 4 fish total and enjoyed our time.”

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5.3-Hour Honolulu Bottom Fishing Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 25 reviews · 3 hours · from $86

Meet the crew at Kewalo Basin Harbor 20 minutes before departure, under the 900-FISH sign, then board Sashimi II for a three-hour shared bottom-fishing trip. You get the rod, bait, instruction, water, and juice, with no fishing experience needed.

“This activity was a blast! I would recommend it!”

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