Camelot Sportfishing 

4.8/5 (27 reviews)
 74-381 Kealakehe Pkwy, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, United States

Camelot Sportfishing 

Kailua-Kona, HI, United States
34 ft
6
4.8/5 (27 reviews)

Camelot Sportfishing operates out of the famous fishing town of Kona, one of the most renowned sites for big game sportfishing in the world. Marlin, Spearfish, Ono (Wahoo) Ahi (Yellowfin Tuna), and more are waiting in the deep waters just offshore, ready to give anglers the fight of their life.

Captain Robert has been running charters in the area of over 40 years and is widely recognized as one of the most experienced captains in the area. Captain Robert and his son Chris have competed in and won countless tournaments, and the Camelot crew have built a reputation for getting clients hooked on unbelievable catches.

The 'Camelot' is a 34' Bayliner sportfishing boat, which was completely overhauled in 2015 and now comes ready for action, armed with everything you will need for some world-class sportfishing. She also has plenty of luxuries to keep you comfortable in between hook-ups.

The vessel is equipped with GPS and fishfinder to get you in prime position. She boasts a wide variety of lures and a livewell bursting with bait, as well as custom Tuna tubes to tempt in real big game beasts. Her Penn downriggers and custom outriggers will let you find your target, wherever it is lurking.

Camelot Sportfishing is a family-run, family-friendly business, which welcomes anglers of all ages aboard. Captain Robert and his world-class crew will be happy to teach beginners the tricks and techniques which have made them so successful in the Island's tournaments. They will also confidently guide the most seasoned anglers to their personal best.

All trips come with tackle, bait, and lures. You do not need a fishing license in Hawaii, so all you have to bring is sunscreen. The crew will even clean and fillet your catch at the end of the day, ready to take home and enjoy - you will definitely have worked up an appetite!

Camelot Sportfishing operates out of the famous fishing town of Kona, one of the most renowned sites for big game sportfishing in the world. Marlin, Spearfish, Ono (Wahoo) Ahi (Yellowfin Tuna), and more are waiting in the deep waters just offshore, ready to give anglers the fight of their life.

Captain Robert has been running charters in the area of over 40 years and is widely recognized as one of the most experienced captains in the area. Captain Robert and his son Chris have competed in and won countless tournaments, and the Camelot crew have built a reputation for getting clients hooked on unbelievable catches.

The 'Camelot' is a 34' Bayliner sportfishing boat, which was completely overhauled in 2015 and now comes ready for action, armed with everything you will need for some world-class sportfishing. She also has plenty of luxuries to keep you comfortable in between hook-ups.

The vessel is equipped with GPS and fishfinder to get you in prime position. She boasts a wide variety of lures and a livewell bursting with bait, as well as custom Tuna tubes to tempt in real big game beasts. Her Penn downriggers and custom outriggers will let you find your target, wherever it is lurking.

Camelot Sportfishing is a family-run, family-friendly business, which welcomes anglers of all ages aboard. Captain Robert and his world-class crew will be happy to teach beginners the tricks and techniques which have made them so successful in the Island's tournaments. They will also confidently guide the most seasoned anglers to their personal best.

All trips come with tackle, bait, and lures. You do not need a fishing license in Hawaii, so all you have to bring is sunscreen. The crew will even clean and fillet your catch at the end of the day, ready to take home and enjoy - you will definitely have worked up an appetite!

Robert  Hudson
Captain
Robert Hudson

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip - Shared (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $590
Shared tour: 2 people
Half Day Trip - Shared (PM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
US $590
Shared tour: 2 people
Half Day Trip - Private (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $995
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip - Private (PM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
US $995
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $1,192
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Whale Watch-Snorkle-Fish
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $1,195
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $1,495
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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4.8
27 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

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Ron Resavy
Ron Resavy
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great day on the water!
3/4 Day Trip on June 15, 20262 adults2 children

Our family of 4 (with kids 14 and 9) has done quite a few private charters in many different places and Camelot rose to the top of the list. From setting foot on the boat for the very first time to the end of the charter we felt welcomed and the crew, Captain Lincoln and Mekai, did everything they could to find fish and make it a special day. We enjoyed chatting and shared all kinds of stories. It was a great vibe all day. They also know what they are looking for and how to find it. The prize if the day was a 6 foot spearfish although we had a monster marlin on the line who simply refused to be reeled all the way in this day. He did jump out of the water during battle though before saying goodbye. The day was great, the crew was great, and very easy to work with Camelot. Pick them for your trip whether you are a family or a group serious anglers, you will be happy you did.

Reported catch:
Shortbill Spearfish
Robert  Hudson
Response from Captain

Thanks so much for the review... We try so hard to make your day with us the best ever.. Thanks again Much aloha and God Bless

Clayton Killinger
Clayton Killinger
Repeat angler
us
San Antonio, TX, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
4.7
Verified
Fishing with Robert
3/4 Day Trip on May 15, 20262 adults

Didn’t catch anything but that happens ( no control over the fish). Great crew and conversation. We enjoyed the peaceful ride.

Robert  Hudson
Response from Captain

Thanks so much for the review. We do try hard. My guys are great. Thanks again and next hopefully we catch. Much aloha and God Bless

Mycah Grant
Mycah Grant
us
Arizona, US
Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
Hawaii short nose spearfish ??️??
Half Day Trip - Private (PM) on July 8, 20232 adults

Michael and I arrived super early to the harbor, it was still dark outside but the crew was already there and getting the boat ready for us. We watched the sunrise as we coasted, it was so beautiful and relaxing!!! I reeled in a ShortNose Spearfish, a rare encounter and only in Hawaii do you see these fish if your lucky enough! He was huge!!! ?? Watching our awesome crew filet it up my mouth started to water, the colors on that fish are beautiful! We are cooking it tonight with my best friend who just recently moved to Hawaii ?? it’s going to be a big Feast!!!! Thank you for the wonderful experience, we will definitely be back for a full day next time! Aloha

Jeffrey Luckey
Jeffrey Luckey
Repeat angler
us
Nevada, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Thank you Camelot
Full Day Trip on July 18, 20242 adults

We had a really great trip fishing with Camelot. I’ve tried other charters at Kona and never have had such a good experience. Caption Lael and James went above and beyond to show my son and I a fantastic time. We got a bite from a large Marlin and my son caught a large ocean tip shark. They also hooked a Mahi Mahi but it jumped off. All in all it was the best time we’ve had fishing in Kona and we will come back to Camelot!

Darin Asbury
Darin Asbury
us
California, US
Member since 2024
4.7
Verified
Great experience, Nice boat ride.
3/4 Day Trip on June 17, 20243 adults

It was a nice 6 hr boat ride but zero fishing action. Calm water, beautiful sky, the crew, Lincoln and Maki were great. Just didn’t result in anything more than an expensive boat ride. I understand that it’s fishing and nothing is guaranteed, but still disappointed.

Robert  Hudson
Response from Captain

WE appreciate you liking the experience.. The last thing we want also is a boat ride Cost us more money in fuel but never the less no guarantees except a great boat ride Thanks so much Much aloha and God Bless

FAQs about Camelot Sportfishing

Camelot Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $295 per person - Half Day Trip - Shared (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $295 per person - Half Day Trip - Shared (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $995 per group - Half Day Trip - Private (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $995 per group - Half Day Trip - Private (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,192 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,195 per group - 3/4 Day Whale Watch-Snorkle-Fish (6 hours)
  • US $1,495 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Camelot Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting chair 1
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling equipment bring your own and we do snorkle trips
  • Live bait well very nice
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers custom
  • Tuna tubes custom
  • Radio
  • Sonar
Trips booked with Camelot Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate (yes)
  • Fishing license (No need in Hawaii)
Camelot Sportfishing offers the following type of fishing:
  • Offshore fishing (2 to 15 miles)
Camelot Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle (Amillon T)
  • Heavy tackle (Amillon T)
  • Trolling (Penn International)
  • Popping (Yozuri)
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Camelot Sportfishing include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Rainbow Runner
  • Spearfish (Shortbill)
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Robert  Hudson
Robert  Hudson
Robert Hudson

Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States

27 Customer reviews
Typical response within 9 hours
Member since August 2015

I am an Air Force brat and I have lived all over the United States. My Mom had me fishing every river lake and stream as a kid. When I moved to Southern California I jumped on a big game boat and never looked back. I believe that the Lord put me here to do this.

27 Customer reviews
Typical response within 9 hours
Member since August 2015

I am an Air Force brat and I have lived all over the United States. My Mom had me fishing every river lake and stream as a kid. When I moved to Southern California I jumped on a big game boat and never looked back. I believe that the Lord put me here to do this.

The fish you can target

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin
Rainbow Runner
Rainbow Runner
Shortbill Spearfish
Shortbill Spearfish
Skipjack Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin
Rainbow Runner
Rainbow Runner
Shortbill Spearfish
Shortbill Spearfish

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
34 ft
Year built
1984
Restored in
2015
Boat manufacturer
Bayliner
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Yanmar
Powered by
2 x 170HP
Max cruising speed
8 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Offshore Fishing
2 to 15 miles

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Amillon T
Heavy Tackle
Amillon T
Trolling
Penn International
Popping
Yozuri
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Fighting chair
1
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Snorkeling equipment
bring your own and we do snorkle trips
Live bait well
very nice
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Outriggers
custom
Tuna tubes
custom
Radio
Sonar

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First mate
yes
Fishing license
No need in Hawaii

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
No smoking
only on private can you smoke out side the cabin on
You keep catch
we gladly share as we like to eat it also
Catch and release allowed

How you can 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

What’s biting in Kailua-Kona right now

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (Striped)Marlin (Striped)
Spearfish (Shortbill)Spearfish (Shortbill)
Spearfish (Shortbill)Spearfish (Shortbill)
Tuna (Skipjack)Tuna (Skipjack)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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