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!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Shared trip
    Half Day Trip - Shared (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    $500
    We do everything we can to catch. We own our boat and it matters. Plus when we are hooked up we are not burning fuel. All we want to do is stay on fish!
  • Shared trip
    Half Day Trip - Shared (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    $500
    Spend the afternoon out targeting Blue and Strpied Marlin, Spearfish, Mahi Mahi, Ahi, and Ono on this four-hour afternoon charter.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip - Private (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    $975
    The boat is yours, so spend the morning targeting Ahi, Ono, Spearfish, Marlin, and more!
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip - Private (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    $975
    The boat is yours, for the whole afternoon get out there and start fishing for Ahi, Ono, Spearfish, Marlin, and more!
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    $1,150
    We do everything we can to catch. We own our boat and it matters. Plus when we are hooked up we are not burning fuel. All we want to do is stay on fish!
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Whale Watch-Snorkle-Fish
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    $1,150
    We will fish you to Kealekekua Bay. Captain Cook Monument the best snorkeling in the state. We are one of the only Charter Boats with a Special Use permit for the bay. 2 hours there, 2 hours snorkeling, and 2 hours back. It is our most popular family outing as in 6 hours you can get 3 water activities done instead of 3 days doing these activities separately.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    $1,400
    We do everything we can to catch. We own our boat and it matters. Plus when we are hooked up we are not burning fuel. All we want to do is stay on fish!
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FAQs about Camelot Sportfishing

Camelot Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • $250 per person - Half Day Trip - Shared (AM) (4 hours)
  • $250 per person - Half Day Trip - Shared (PM) (4 hours)
  • $975 per group - Half Day Trip - Private (AM) (4 hours)
  • $975 per group - Half Day Trip - Private (PM) (4 hours)
  • $1,150 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • $1,150 per group - 3/4 Day Whale Watch-Snorkle-Fish (6 hours)
  • $1,400 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

About the Captain

Robert Hudson
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States
15 Customer reviews
Response time 3 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.

About this listing

Targeted species

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue) Blue Marlin
Marlin (Striped) Striped Marlin
Rainbow Runner Rainbow Runner

Boat specs

Bayliner (Flybridge) originally built in 1984, and restored in 2015. Powered by 2 170HP Yanmar engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 8 knots.

Length
34 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Offshore Fishing
2 to 15 miles

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

Toilet
Fighting Chair
1
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
yes
Fishing License
No need in Hawaii

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

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

Payment

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

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Customer reviews

Rating Summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 15 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (5)
16lb Ono
Family friendly fishing
Family friendly fishing
+2
Angler Rating
13
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Anglers Claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Catch intended fish
73%
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Charles V.
Springfield, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Trip with Capt. Robert

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip on May 7, 2023
Fantastic. Totally recommend this charter
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John B.
Kea‘au, Hawaii
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
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5.0 / 5
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Shaina O. H.
Arlington, Washington
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Family friendly fishing

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 13, 2021
My husband, son and I had a blast fishing with the crew of Camelot Sport Fishing! We fished a whole day and caught a Marlin,...
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Scott M.
Pueblo West, CO
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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The Best Fishing Day EVER!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Whale Watch-Snorkle-Fish on February 13, 2021
We had an awesome trip. The crew were friendly and knowledgeable. They switched lures often like we do at home in order to...
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Mike M.
Denver, CO
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best time ever for beginners!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Private (AM) on December 22, 2018
Run up communication was perfect. Everything we needed to know in advance was provided. The startup briefing in the cabin and...
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