The 11 Best Oahu Fishing Trips to Book

1.3-Hour Honolulu Bottom Fishing Adventure

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

Meet the Ohana Fun Fishing crew at Kewalo Basin Harbor for a three-hour shared boat trip near Honolulu. You fish with provided rods, bait, and tackle while the crew helps beginners. Jay, Savannah, and JP have been associated with the crew. Expect Waikiki views, possible triggerfish, and a group of up to 42.

“Captain and crew were so friendly and knowledgeable. They made the experience really fun for our family .”

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2.Private Luxury Sportfishing Experience Aboard Limitless

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 99 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) Top rated

Fish Oahu’s offshore waters aboard the private catamaran Limitless with a captain and first mate. You’ll troll for ahi, mahi-mahi, marlin, and other pelagic fish, then switch nearshore if needed. Gear, ice, a refrigerator, cabin, restroom, Wi-Fi, and catch cleaning are included. Bring your own food, drinks, and fishing license.

“Great day! Max and Jerry were patient and hard working. We caught two tuna…the boys were thrilled. Thank you!”

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3.Private Fishing Charter for Family and Friends in Honolulu

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

Set out from Kewalo Basin Harbor with up to five companions for a private two-hour bottom reef fishing trip. The crew provides rods, bait, safety instruction, ice chests, and hands-on help. Captains such as Sundance, Rick, Zach, and Marcus have helped families catch several species while watching for turtles and dolphins.

“🙂great experience and was very friendly and nice to our grandson. Very exciting fishing day and caught a lot of fish.”

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4.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 room for up to six people. The crew trolls for mahi mahi, ono, tuna, and Pacific blue marlin using Penn International and Shimano Tiagra gear. Choose a 4, 6, or 8-hour trip, but bring lunch and prepare for rough water.

“The crew did not try anything different. After trolling out for 3 hrs and not get a knock down. Change the lures change the spread try something to make it happen. I get it, it’s fishing but make every effort to catch some fish. The boat was having mechanical problems. Not only did we not catch any fish we got back an hr late. Not a good experience.”

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5.North Shore Tour Guide Shoreline Fishing

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

Meet guide Ashton or another North Shore Tour Guide at Mokulē‘ia Army Beach for about two hours of private shoreline fishing. Your guide supplies rods, tackle, bait, and local tips. You arrange your own transport to Waialua, and the outing runs in most weather-friendly conditions.

“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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6.Shared Deep Sea Full-Day Fishing Charter in Hawaiian Waters

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 19 reviews · from $425

Meet at 5 a.m. in Honolulu for an eight-hour shared charter aboard the 50-foot Magic, limited to six people. Captain Russell and crew members such as Jake and Austin help beginners handle the gear while targeting Pacific blue marlin, ahi, mahi mahi, ono, and more. Bring food, drinks, and a Hawaii fishing license if you are 15 or older.

“This was an absolutely amazing trip! I can’t wait to come back! The captain and the crew were awesome all the way around! I have no complaints about my trip!”

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7.Deep Sea Exclusive Fishing Charter in Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Set out from Kewalo Basin near Waikiki around 6 a.m. on a private 4, 6, or 8-hour charter aboard a 38-foot Hatteras. Your crew supplies Penn International and Shimano Tiagra gear and targets mahi mahi, ono, tuna, and Pacific blue marlin. Captains and deckhands such as Shane, Marty, Ruben, Gabe, and Mike help beginners and families learn the ropes.

“The skipper and assistant, Ruben and Gabe were very skilled people who knows what they’re doing.. Gabe even took the time to explain everything we need to know about deep sea fishing (reeling in fish etc). They even cleaned and cut up the fish as requested. It was awesome.”

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8.3-Hour Fishing Trip in Waikiki

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 10 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $80Best value

Join a three-hour shared fishing trip from Honolulu with poles, bait, and tackle provided. You fish off Waikiki, enjoy views of Diamond Head, and may spot turtles, dolphins, or seasonal whales. No experience is needed, and the trip can suit families and first-time anglers, though catches and boat conditions vary.

“Fishing crew was amazing and we caught much more fish than I expected. Beautiful view Only problem was a mess up from Viator not adding is to their schedule. Somehow it didn't show in their schedule and we had to reschedule for a later time. It was very inconvenient having to uber twice there to do it. Otherwise, I recommend to anyone wanting to fish with or without experience. Recommend to call them and confirm your reservation before you go.”

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9.Private Deep Sea Full-Day Fishing Charter in Hawaiian Waters

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5 reviews

Set out from Honolulu at 5:00 am aboard Magic, a private 50-foot Pacifica for up to five people. Captain Russell and crew members Jake and Austin are associated with the operation. Rods, bait, tackle, and cold storage are supplied, while you bring lunch and drinks. No fishing experience is needed.

“Great captain, crew, and operation. Fishing started off good then slowed way down for a few hours. The captain never stopped searching for birds, debris, or any other signs of life. The crew worked hard and made sure to explain what we Read more”

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10.Waikiki Deep Sea Fishing Charter from Oahu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 1 day (approx.)

You’ll fish from a private 47-foot Cabo Express with air conditioning, a bathroom, kitchen, and Shimano 80 and 130 reels. The crew supplies gear, bait when available, snacks, drinks, and a cut of the day’s fish to take home. Full-day trips include lunch and views of Diamond Head, Waikiki, and Oahu’s south and west coasts.

“Absolutely wonderful, beautiful and relaxing! Incredible captain/crew who made sure everything perfect with the gear and finding fish to catch! Amazing experience!”

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11.Full Day Sport Fishing Charter Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Set out from Honolulu with Casey and Clint for a private, eight-hour Oahu fishing charter for up to six people. Troll for pelagic fish using lures and bait, switch to reef fishing if needed, then have your catch cleaned and packed. The boat includes air conditioning, a restroom, Wi-Fi, and a refrigerator.

“Casey and Clint were amazing! Wonderful experience- the cabin had AC-a first for us on a fishing boat! Very comfortable with a fridge ( instead of the usual cooler!!) Can’t recommend them enough! We’ll be back!”

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