Reel Escapes Hawaii – A'u Nui
There's a fish with your name on it in Kailua-Kona and Reel Escapes Hawaii will help you catch it!
Reel Escapes Hawaii is excited to add to its fleet of boats with a new 40' Cabo called A'u Nui. Fish with comfort and the amenities of a large comfortable air conditioned salon, sectional couch, 2 bathrooms, multiple coolers and a panoramic sitting area on the flybridge with the captain.
Kona has the unique distinction of being one of the few places in the world that has a caught over a 1,000 lbs Blue Marlin in each month of the year, meaning you have the opportunity to land a massive trophy fish. We are also home to other species and the captain and crew are always willing to accommodate any special request you may have to target a particular species.
Blue Marlin, Ono (Wahoo), Mahi Mahi, Yellowfin Tuna, Striped Marlin, Shortbill Spearfish, and more are in the cards if you come at the right time of year.
All experience levels are welcome as we go through a complete safety briefing and tutorial regarding how the fish will bite, and how to properly use a fighting chair. Families are always welcome, and we love sharing fishing experience's with children. For some young anglers it can be a long day on a boat, so parents are encouraged to keep that in mind or please call us with any questions. If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, there's one on board. On these trips, you can expect to troll using light or heavy tackle.
A First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. Mates often work for tips and it's customary to offer them a 20% tip. You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen (non-spray). Bottled water and light snacks are included. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.
Now, come aboard with Reel Escapes Hawaii and get hooked!
There's a fish with your name on it in Kailua-Kona and Reel Escapes Hawaii will help you catch it!
Reel Escapes Hawaii is excited to add to its fleet of boats with a new 40' Cabo called A'u Nui. Fish with comfort and the amenities of a large comfortable air conditioned salon, sectional couch, 2 bathrooms, multiple coolers and a panoramic sitting area on the flybridge with the captain.
Kona has the unique distinction of being one of the few places in the world that has a caught over a 1,000 lbs Blue Marlin in each month of the year, meaning you have the opportunity to land a massive trophy fish. We are also home to other species and the captain and crew are always willing to accommodate any special request you may have to target a particular species.
Blue Marlin, Ono (Wahoo), Mahi Mahi, Yellowfin Tuna, Striped Marlin, Shortbill Spearfish, and more are in the cards if you come at the right time of year.
All experience levels are welcome as we go through a complete safety briefing and tutorial regarding how the fish will bite, and how to properly use a fighting chair. Families are always welcome, and we love sharing fishing experience's with children. For some young anglers it can be a long day on a boat, so parents are encouraged to keep that in mind or please call us with any questions. If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, there's one on board. On these trips, you can expect to troll using light or heavy tackle.
A First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. Mates often work for tips and it's customary to offer them a 20% tip. You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen (non-spray). Bottled water and light snacks are included. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.
Now, come aboard with Reel Escapes Hawaii and get hooked!
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Ashley Smotherman5.0VerifiedGreat Day on the Water!
6 Hour Trip — Fishing Escape on August 9, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 childWe had a great experience from start to finish. From booking the trip to getting back to the dock, everything was easy and well organized. They were upfront from the beginning about it being a slower fishing season, which we really appreciated because it helped us set our expectations. They were also super communicative and accommodating, especially when we decided to add two family members to the trip at the last minute. We had a pretty slow start, but about four hours in we hooked a 100-pound yellowfin. They also found a school of aku so our boys could reel in some fish too, which was such a fun bonus and made the trip even more special for our family. Captain Dan and Logan were awesome! They were extremely knowledgeable, patient, and accommodating, and you could genuinely tell they wanted us to catch fish just as much as we did. They worked hard to give us the best experience possible, and we really appreciated it. We had an absolute blast and would 100% recommend this charter! We’ll definitely be booking with them again next time we’re in Hawaii!
David GiordaniRepeat angler5.0VerifiedFirst Blue Marlin and Shortbill Spearfish
6 Hour Trip — Fishing Escape on May 30, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child4 of us hit the water on Saturday at 6:30 AM for a 6-hour trip. My best friend’s son caught his first ocean fish a Shortbill Spearfish. The 2nd up was his dad and he caught his first Blue Marlin (roughly 200 lbs). 3rd up was my wife, she battled 2 shark bits but came up dry. I was the 4th at bat and enjoyed watching the other 3 have a good time. The weather was perfect and Captain Dan and first mate Logan made it an even better experience. Thank you again for a great day on the water! David, Kristin, Jon, Joshua
Tracy Lorance5.0VerifiedCaptain Dan and Logan
6 Hour Trip — Fishing Escape - 12:00 PM on June 10, 2026 • 4 adultsWe had a great time even though we didnt catch anything. We had 2 bites, saw some pilot whales and we had a relaxing time. My husband is fisherman and he enjoyed chatting with Capt Dan and Logan learning alot about the fish and such. Would definitely do it again! Mahalo 🤙
Daniel BrowneRepeat angler5.0Verifiedamazing adventure with a great crew and captain
8 Hour Trip — Fishing Escape on June 6, 2026 • 5 adultsWe caught 2 fish and missed 2 blue Marlin. It was an amazing experience that the captain and crew made possible. They were very professional and made all the difference. Have been on fishing carters before and they are way better than any before.
Keith Rethemeyer5.0VerifiedGreat day on the water
8 Hour Trip — Fishing Escape on January 21, 2026 • 5 adultsDan and Logan were very welcoming guides. They answered many randoms questions and gave us lots of good ideas for other things to do on the island. The boat was very nice and clean as well. We got to see a few whales and tuna. We didn’t catch anything on our trip but Dan and Logan definitely tried their best and taught us a lot about Hawaii sport fishing.
Brad Chambers5.0VerifiedFantastic trip!
6 Hour Trip — Fishing Escape on July 4, 2026 • 2 adultsWe had an amazing time! The crew was excellent and I would highly recommend it to others. Caught a couple of ono’s! Captain Dan and Deckhand Dave were the best! Thanks for a great day!
Melanie JohnsonRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat Time!
6 Hour Trip — Fishing Escape on June 22, 2026 • 2 adultsThe trip was just great! Captain Dan and Logan were so helpful snd accommodating. The boat was comfortable and spacious. We would definitely go again.
Randy Cole5.0VerifiedFishing with Brent
8 Hour Trip — Fishing Escape on August 7, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 child
Chris Tatham5.0VerifiedGreat Crew!
6 Hour Trip — Fishing Escape - 12:00 PM on June 28, 2025 • 6 adultsThe owner, Brent, was great. He reached out before we left to be sure we were ready. We had an outstanding day with Rooster and Captain Dan. These guys were on time and ready to go when we arrived, and they wanted to catch Blue marlin as much as we did - if not more. Very few boats reported catching fish, so after 5 hours without any bites, we decided to head back to the marina, and just as we were about to go in, we caught a 320lb blue marlin. It was amazing!!! To make things even better, Rooster had a camera with a telephoto lens, so he got great shots of the fish jumping out of the water.
Kahilah AtooliRepeat angler5.0VerifiedBig Game Fishing in Kona’s Deep Blue Water
Private Fishing Charter on May 14, 2025 • 1 adultWe headed out into the deep waters off Kona’s coast, and before long, we had a strike and it was a good one. After a solid fight, we landed a gorgeous Ono (wahoo)! We also got to encounter wildlife such as pilot whales ,hawaiian spinner dolphins, and even a iwa bird. The crew was just as excited as we were and helped us every step of the way. We had Captain Dan and Captain Corey who provided excellent customer service they also cleaned and filleted the fish once we got back and we even got tips on how to cook it! The boat was clean, well-maintained, and equipped with everything we needed for a successful day of fishing This is not my first trip with Reel Escapes and it will definitely not be my last. Whether you’re an experienced angler or just out for fun, I highly recommend this charter if you’re in Kailua Kona.
FAQs about Reel Escapes Hawaii – A'u Nui
- US $1,075 per group - 4 Hours — Sunset Bite Escape (4 hours)
- US $1,350 per group - 6 Hour Trip — Fishing Escape (6 hours)
- US $1,350 per group - 6 Hour Trip — Fishing Escape - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
- US $1,600 per group - 8 Hour Trip — Fishing Escape (8 hours)
- Toilet This boat offers two bathrooms with flushable toilets. Running water in each and complete privacy.
- Air conditioning
- Fighting chair
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Flybridge
- Live bait well
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Multimedia system
- Outriggers
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (TBD on charter and availability )
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (All of our fishing charters include complimentary fish cleaning and filleting for your catch at no additional charge. This service applies to all fish under 75 pounds, which can be safely and efficiently handled dockside. For fish over 75 pounds, the cat)
- Drinks (We provide complimentary bottled water on all of our charters to help keep everyone hydrated while out on the water. Any other beverages—including soft drinks, juices, or alcoholic drinks—are the responsibility of the guests to bring along. Alcohol is ab)
- First mate (The first mate plays a critical role in ensuring a safe, smooth, and successful fishing experience from start to finish. He works closely with the captain and guests to make sure everyone is comfortable, informed, and ready when the action starts. Before)
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing (One of the things that makes Kona such a world-class fishery is how close the deep water is to shore. We're incredibly fortunate to be big-game fishing within just a few hundred yards of the coastline, which means we don't spend hours running just to get )
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Trolling
- Deep sea fishing
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Marlin (Blue)
- Marlin (Striped)
- Spearfish (Shortbill)
- Tuna (Skipjack)
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
- Wahoo
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