Hooked Up Sportfishing 

4.7/5 (74 reviews)
 74-380 Kealakehe Parkway , Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, United States

Hooked Up Sportfishing 

4.7/5 (74 reviews)
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74-380 Kealakehe Parkway
Kailua-Kona, HI, United States

Get “Hooked Up” for an Unforgettable Fishing Experience in Kona!

Step aboard our spacious 40′ Uniflite with Captain Chuck Wigzell and his son Zac for ½, ¾, full-day, or last-minute deep sea charters. With over 30 years of local fishing experience and a strong daily catch record, Hooked Up targets Blue Marlin, Spearfish, Mahi Mahi, Ono, Tuna, and other pelagic species year-round.

Why Choose Hooked Up?

We’re one of the very few boats on Fishbooker equipped with a $100,000+ Omni Sonar system—a cutting-edge, 360° real-time fish finder that scans up to 1,500 away from the boat. Most boats simply don’t have it. This game-changing technology gives you a major advantage when hunting trophy fish like Blue Marlin. We just installed June 2025 so our catch reports will be rising dramatically.

So why did we do it?

Because we're committed to giving you the best possible shot at
success on the water.

Whether you're a seasoned
angler or it's your first time offshore, this technology gives you an
undeniable edge. We made the investment-because we're invested in your experience.

Fish in Comfort
You’ll be fishing from a 40′ Uniflite vessel that is spacious and extremely comfortable. She can accommodate up to 6 guests. Onboard, you’ll find a variety of top-notch rods, reels, and tackle that make fishing these waters easy and fun for anglers of all ages and abilities. She’s also decked out with top-of-the-line navigational and safety gear, as well as large side rails around the cockpit, and a shaded area to relax in. Get ready to travel in comfort and style!

Bonus Perk
After your trip, enjoy a true Kona treat—Captain Chuck’s family restaurant, Pancho and Lefty’s Cantina, will cook up your fresh catch in downtown Kona! It doesn’t get any fresher or better than that.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.7/5
out of 5 stars from 74 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.5/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (45)

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Angler rating

52
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

84%

Appropriate for children

89%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

88%

Caught fish

60%

Showing 1 - 5 of 74 reviews
Showing: 5 of 74 reviews
Tarrasina M.
Tarrasina M.
5.0/5

Aug 26, 2025

Half Day Big Game Trip (PM)

Fishing trip August 2025

VERIFIED

Thank you Captain Chuck & Deck Hand Blake 🤙🏼. My family of five had a great trip and caught a couple skip jack tuna. We’ll definitely book another next time we visit Kona, Mahalo 🤙🏼

Thank you Captain Chuck & Deck Hand Blake 🤙🏼. My family of five had a great trip and caught a couple skip jack tuna. We’ll...  

 Tarrasina M. recommends Hooked Up Sportfishing
1 person finds this review helpful
 Tarrasina M. recommends Hooked Up Sportfishing
1 person finds this review helpful

Christopher H.
Christopher H.
5.0/5

Jan 21, 2025

Half Day Big Game Trip (PM)

Short nose billfish

VERIFIED

Captain Zack and his First Mate Cameron were awesome. Very engaging and thorough in explaining everything, especially what to expect game fishing. Landed a short nose billfish, aka, spearfish. They even made a great recommendation where to have a local restaurant serve some of it up for us. Highly recommend and will book with them again.

Captain Zack and his First Mate Cameron were awesome. Very engaging and thorough in explaining everything, especially what to...  

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 Christopher H. recommends Hooked Up Sportfishing
 Christopher H. recommends Hooked Up Sportfishing

Adam S.
Adam S.
5.0/5

Jul 25, 2025

Half Day Big Game Trip (PM)

Both Captain and mate were excellent

VERIFIED

Book hooked up they will give you your moneys worth

Book hooked up they will give you your moneys worth  

 Adam S. recommends Hooked Up Sportfishing
 Adam S. recommends Hooked Up Sportfishing

Shawn M.
Shawn M.
5.0/5

Dec 6, 2024

Half Day Big Game Trip (AM)

December fishing trip

VERIFIED

 

 Shawn M. recommends Hooked Up Sportfishing
1 person finds this review helpful
 Shawn M. recommends Hooked Up Sportfishing
1 person finds this review helpful

Alexander P.
Alexander P.
4.0/5

Aug 14, 2025

Half Day Big Game Trip (AM)

Okay

VERIFIED

If you’re catching fish I’m sure the charter is a great time. If you’re not catching fish like us the crew is just not very engaged in conversation or anything like that. I understand fishing is a gamble so that’s not my issue but the crew just didn’t really add to anything and it made the whole trip feel like a waste of time other than the beautiful views.

If you’re catching fish I’m sure the charter is a great time. If you’re not catching fish like us the crew is just not very engaged...  

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 Alexander P. does not recommend Hooked Up Sportfishing
 Alexander P. does not recommend Hooked Up Sportfishing

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Big Game Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:30 PM
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Big Game Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
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US $850 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Big GameTrip (Noon)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip Apr 1 - May 31
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US $850 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Light Tackle Fishing Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Jun 1
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US $950 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Light Tackle Fishing Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:30 PM
Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Jun 1
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US $950 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Big Game Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
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US $1,123 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Big Game Trip (Mid-Morning)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 10:30 AM
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US $1,123 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Big Game Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
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US $1,391 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.7/5
out of 5 stars from 74 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.5/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (45)

Okay
Okay
It was ok
+42

Angler rating

52
20
1
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

84%

Appropriate for children

89%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

88%

Caught fish

60%

Showing 1 - 5 of 74 reviews
Showing: 5 of 74 reviews
Tarrasina M.
Tarrasina M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing trip August 2025

VERIFIED

Half Day Big Game Trip (PM) on August 26, 2025

Thank you Captain Chuck & Deck Hand Blake 🤙🏼. My family of five had a great trip and caught a couple skip jack tuna. We’ll definitely book another next time we visit Kona, Mahalo 🤙🏼

Thank you Captain Chuck & Deck Hand Blake 🤙🏼. My family of five had a great trip and caught a couple skip jack tuna. We’ll definitely book another next time we visit Kona, Mahalo 🤙🏼  

 Tarrasina M. recommends Hooked Up Sportfishing
1 person finds this review helpful

Christopher H.
Christopher H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Short nose billfish

VERIFIED

Half Day Big Game Trip (PM) on January 21, 2025

Captain Zack and his First Mate Cameron were awesome. Very engaging and thorough in explaining everything, especially what to expect game fishing. Landed a short nose billfish, aka, spearfish. They even made a great recommendation where to have a local restaurant serve some of it up for us. Highly recommend and will book with them again.

Captain Zack and his First Mate Cameron were awesome. Very engaging and thorough in explaining everything, especially what to expect game fishing. Landed a short nose billfish, aka, spearfish. They even made a great recommendation where to have a local restaurant serve some of it up for us. Highly recommend and will book with them again.  

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Review media 1
 Christopher H. recommends Hooked Up Sportfishing

Adam S.
Adam S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Both Captain and mate were excellent

VERIFIED

Half Day Big Game Trip (PM) on July 25, 2025

Book hooked up they will give you your moneys worth

Book hooked up they will give you your moneys worth  

 Adam S. recommends Hooked Up Sportfishing

Shawn M.
Shawn M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

December fishing trip

VERIFIED

Half Day Big Game Trip (AM) on December 6, 2024

 

 Shawn M. recommends Hooked Up Sportfishing
1 person finds this review helpful

Alexander P.
Alexander P.
4.0/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

4.0/5

Crew

4.0/5

Overall

Okay

VERIFIED

Half Day Big Game Trip (AM) on August 14, 2025

If you’re catching fish I’m sure the charter is a great time. If you’re not catching fish like us the crew is just not very engaged in conversation or anything like that. I understand fishing is a gamble so that’s not my issue but the crew just didn’t really add to anything and it made the whole trip feel like a waste of time other than the beautiful views.

If you’re catching fish I’m sure the charter is a great time. If you’re not catching fish like us the crew is just not very engaged in conversation or anything like that. I understand fishing is a gamble so that’s not my issue but the crew just didn’t really add to anything and it made the whole trip feel like a waste of time other than the beautiful views.  

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 Alexander P. does not recommend Hooked Up Sportfishing

FAQs about Hooked Up Sportfishing

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
40 ft
Year built
1983
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
Uniflite
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 385HP
Max cruising speed
28 knots
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