Maggie Joe Sportfishing – Ku’uipo

If you’re going to cast a line in Kailua-Kona, look no further than Maggie Joe Sportfishing! With Captain Kevin at the helm, you’ll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.

Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Marlin, Shortbill Spearfish, Wahoo, and more can be found in these waters, depending on when you go. For these species, you’re likely to troll using light or heavy tackle. You can bring home part of the fish you catch, and the crew will clean and fillet it for you, so you can take your fish home to eat. How’s that for fresh seafood?

Get on board a 38’ Phoenix boat that can carry up to 6 passengers. It has outriggers, a fighting chair, and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without, and there’s a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but it’s good to ask about this, so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself.

A First Mate will be there to assist you and make sure everything is running smoothly. It’s customary to tip the Mate 10%–20% at the end of the day to show your appreciation. Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids 5 years old and older are absolutely welcome!

There’s no need to buy a fishing license. Just show up ready for some fishing! It’s never a bad idea to bring sunglasses, sunblock (non-spray), snacks, water, and a hat. If you’d like to bring other drinks, just ask. Shared and private fishing trips are available.

Now, time to hit the water with Maggie Joe Sportfishing!

*** IMPORTANT POLICIES ***

Fish Policy:  Any fish that you catch that weighs less than 100lbs we will cut for you. We will cut half the catch up to 50lbs maximum leaving the boat per trip.

Shared trip:  For shared charters we require a minimum of 4 guests to confirm a trip.

Payment policy: We require a credit card to hold reservations. Once your reservation is placed we will contact you.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Shared trip
    Full Day Trip – Shared
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip (Tue, Sat)
    US $600
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Tuna (Skipjack)
    Skipjack Tuna
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Spearfish (Shortbill)
    Shortbill Spearfish
    Marlin (Black)
    Black Marlin
    Marlin (Striped)
    Striped Marlin
    Tuna (Bigeye)
    Bigeye Tuna
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    US $900
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Tuna (Skipjack)
    Skipjack Tuna
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Spearfish (Shortbill)
    Shortbill Spearfish
    Marlin (Black)
    Black Marlin
    Marlin (Striped)
    Striped Marlin
    Tuna (Bigeye)
    Bigeye Tuna
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $970
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Tuna (Skipjack)
    Skipjack Tuna
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Spearfish (Shortbill)
    Shortbill Spearfish
    Marlin (Black)
    Black Marlin
    Marlin (Striped)
    Striped Marlin
    Tuna (Bigeye)
    Bigeye Tuna
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $1,160
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Tuna (Skipjack)
    Skipjack Tuna
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Spearfish (Shortbill)
    Shortbill Spearfish
    Marlin (Black)
    Black Marlin
    Marlin (Striped)
    Striped Marlin
    Tuna (Bigeye)
    Bigeye Tuna
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $1,350
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Tuna (Skipjack)
    Skipjack Tuna
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Spearfish (Shortbill)
    Shortbill Spearfish
    Marlin (Black)
    Black Marlin
    Marlin (Striped)
    Striped Marlin
    Tuna (Bigeye)
    Bigeye Tuna
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FAQs about Maggie Joe Sportfishing – Ku’uipo

Maggie Joe Sportfishing – Ku’uipo offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $300 per person - Full Day Trip – Shared (8 hours)
  • US $900 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $970 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,160 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,350 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Maggie Joe Sportfishing – Ku’uipo, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Maggie Joe Sportfishing – Ku’uipo include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Maggie Joe Sportfishing – Ku’uipo offers the following type of fishing:
  • Offshore Fishing

Maggie Joe Sportfishing – Ku’uipo offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Maggie Joe Sportfishing – Ku’uipo include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Spearfish (Shortbill)
  • Tuna (Bigeye)
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Charter Operator

Maggie Joe Sportfishing
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States
46 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since February 2023
Fishing runs in the family, and at Maggie Joe Sport Fishing, they know this because they have been running fishing charters in Oahu's waters for generations. Maggie Sport Fishing has been in the industry for over 60 years, making great memories on these Hawaiian waters. Their experienced crew knows exactly how to get the fish hooked!
Our Team
Darryl C.
Captain
Kevin H.
Captain
Kristi B.
Business associate
Michael D.
Captain

About this listing

Targeted species

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Black) Black Marlin
Marlin (Blue) Blue Marlin
Marlin (Striped) Striped Marlin

Boat specs

Phoenix (Sportfishing) originally built in 1994. Powered by 2 450HP Cummins engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 24 knots.

Length
38 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

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
You Keep Catch
Part of catch
Crew Keeps Catch

Payment

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
American Express

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 10 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (6)
Highly recommend!!
Excellent Experience!
Excellent Experience!
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Angler rating
9
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1
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
56%
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Aaron F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Highly recommend!!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on March 26, 2024
Captain Kevin and Jason, his deckhand, were phenomenal hosts and instructors for my family as this was our first deep sea fishing...
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Leon L.
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Excellent
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5.0 / 5
Boat
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Overall

10/10 would recommend

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 14, 2023
Did full day charter with my father and brothers in mid-July. Captain Kevin, first mate and Captain Kevin’s young son were...
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Doug F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing trip in June

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 9, 2023
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Amy C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent Experience!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Shared on January 30, 2024
My husband and I booked a full day trip with Jason and Kevin. The waters were a bit rough due to a recent storm that passed...
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Robert G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Shared on September 26, 2023
We had a great time, wish things would have turned out a little different. Kevin and Jason are great to be around and they...
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