Exit 8 Bass Hawaii
+11Hawaii is probably best known for its tropical climate, stunning beaches, and laid-back atmosphere – however, it’s also a serious hotbed of top-notch angling action. Want to experience some incredible freshwater fishing in a beautiful (and unexpected!) location? Come down to Wahiawa and join local guide and avid angler, Paul Lacerdo, aboard Exit 8 Bass Hawaii for the chance to reel in some world-famous freshwater fish!
Your guide, Paul, is a local fisherman through and through – he grew up on these waters, so it’s safe to say that he knows them like the back of his own hand! He’s been working as a professional guide since 2015 and loves nothing more than introducing guests to the fantastic fishing grounds that Wahiawa has to offer. He specializes in trips that target vibrant Peacock Bass, as well as other freshwater favorites such as Catfish and Largemouth Bass.
Your guide loves providing guests with a truly hands-on angling experience and is happy to take up to 2 anglers (new, or experienced!) on board his 17’ Tracker bass boat. This means that you’ll have a completely personalised trip, and can get some expert guidance from Paul when it comes to landing your dream catch! Your vessel is decked out with top-of-the-line navigational gear, life jackets for adults and children aged 8+, and a wireless trolling motor that’ll allow you to sneak up on the fish without spooking them.
Your guide will be on hand to show you the best techniques – as well as his favorite tips and tricks – to hook your catch, including jigging, popping, and spinning. Paul is happy to take you fly fishing, too, as long as you have previous experience and your own gear. Your guide practices catch and release only, so make sure you bring a camera along to capture your Peacock Bass on film – these fish are photogenic!
Your trip includes top-notch rods and reels, tackle, and bait. All you need to bring is a fishing license. Come aboard Exit 8 Bass Hawaii and see a whole new side of this island!
Captain
Paul Lacerdo
Highlights
Plan your trip
In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
Customer reviews
Rating summary
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+86Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
90%
Honolulu, HI
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A must do in Hawaii if you enjoy lake fishing
Half Day Trip – AM on May 19, 2025
Captain Paul put us on fish more than we could’ve asked for. He was very knowledgeable as to where the fish like to hang out, what baits and lures to use and when to use them, and the different techniques used to catch them. He was also very patient with us and very encouraging when things weren’t going as planned. He provided excellent feedback as to what needs to be adjusted in order to land more fish hence making this experience even more enjoyable. During this trip, I learned many new things and greatly improved my current set of fishing skills. I look forward to applying these new techniques and skills on our next session. Mahalo once again to Captain Paul for helping us catch our first ever Tucanares!👍🏼 We would definitely recommend Captain Paul to anyone interested in fishing for bass in Hawaii. We had an amazing overall experience and plan to book another trip with Captain Paul the next time we’re in town.
Captain Paul put us on fish more than we could’ve asked for. He was very knowledgeable as to where the fish like to hang out, what baits and lures to use and when to use them, and the different techniques used to catch them. He was also very patient with us and very encouraging when things weren’t going as planned. He provided excellent feedback as to what needs to be adjusted in order to land more fish hence making this experience even more enjoyable. During this trip, I learned many new things...
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Perfect!
Half Day Trip – AM on June 6, 2025
Fishing with Captain Paul was one perfect experience! From the beginning, he put me on fish almost immediately, catching my first peacock bass on the third cast. The day went on to be lots of fun, with great fishing for peacock bass and other exotics that cannot be found easily on the mainland using lures and bait. Paul made fishing so enjoyable and chill, and he really cared about the entire experience. Highly highly recommend!
Fishing with Captain Paul was one perfect experience! From the beginning, he put me on fish almost immediately, catching my first peacock bass on the third cast. The day went on to be lots of fun, with great fishing for peacock bass and other exotics that cannot be found easily on the mainland using lures and bait. Paul made fishing so enjoyable and chill, and he really cared about the entire experience. Highly highly recommend!
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Great time!!!
Half Day Trip – AM on January 22, 2025
Paul was awesome!! My son's real freshwater fishing trip and he caught 5 fish. Peacock bass galore and even a catfish. Paul took the time to teach him, setup his pole, reel and hooks. We had a great ride. Would of been better if it didn't rain but we can't control weather. Thanks for everything Paul!
Paul was awesome!! My son's real freshwater fishing trip and he caught 5 fish. Peacock bass galore and even a catfish. Paul took the time to teach him, setup his pole, reel and hooks. We had a great ride. Would of been better if it didn't rain but we can't control weather. Thanks for everything Paul!
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Butterfly Peacock Bass fishing on Oahu
Half Day Trip – AM on March 13, 2025
We had a great time fishing with Paul. My son and I fished with him mid March and had a blast. He was very knowledgeable of the fishery and had solid gear. The fish were not very active at first but turned on through the day. Hard fighting fish!
We had a great time fishing with Paul. My son and I fished with him mid March and had a blast. He was very knowledgeable of the fishery and had solid gear. The fish were not very active at first but turned on through the day. Hard fighting fish!
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Great Day
Half Day Trip – AM on June 9, 2025
Great day catching peacock bass. Highly recommend
Great day catching peacock bass. Highly recommend
FAQs about Exit 8 Bass Hawaii
What are the trip rates for Exit 8 Bass Hawaii?
Exit 8 Bass Hawaii offers the following trip to customers:
- US $300 per group - Half Day Trip – AM (4 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Exit 8 Bass Hawaii?
When you book a trip with Exit 8 Bass Hawaii, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
- Wireless Trolling Motor
What's included in the trip price with Exit 8 Bass Hawaii?
Trips booked with Exit 8 Bass Hawaii include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait (Prepared prior to trip)
- Lures
What types of fishing does Exit 8 Bass Hawaii offer?
Exit 8 Bass Hawaii offers the following type of fishing:
- Lake Fishing
What fishing techniques does Exit 8 Bass Hawaii offer?
Exit 8 Bass Hawaii offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Spinning
- Fly Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Exit 8 Bass Hawaii?
Top targeted fish species with Exit 8 Bass Hawaii include:
- Bass (Peacock)
Meet your captain
Wahiawa, Hawaii, United States
Paul Lacerdo has been working as a guide for 10 years now, but is a lifelong freshwater fishing fanatic. He's a local Hawaiian angler and grew up fishing these very waters, so it's safe to say he knows them like the back of his hand! He uses this wealth of knowledge to take his customers to the hottest spots around Wahiawa Reservoir, for the chance to reel in beautiful Peacock Bass, as well as other world-famous species. He loves getting customers on fish, and teaching them his favorite tips, tricks, and techniques!
Fish you can target
Your boat
Where you can fish
Lake Fishing
How you can fish
Light Tackle
Spinning
Fly Fishing
What's on board
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Included in the price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Prepared prior to trip
Lures
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
Listing policies
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Minimum age is 8
No Alcohol
Catch and Release Mandatory
How to pay
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
Cash
Visa
Mastercard
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.