Reel Havoc Sportfishing
Reel Havoc Sportfishing
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Welcome to the "Blue Marlin Capital of the World", known for it's calm seas and incredible year-round fishing. There's a fish with your name on it in and Captain Dusty will help you catch it! His passion and dedication shine through every trip. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned angler after the trophy of a lifetime, you'll find that fishing with Reel Havoc is more than a charter- it's an unforgettable Kailua-Kona adventure.
Depending on the fish season, you might hook into Blue Marlin, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo (Ono), Striped Marlin, Shortbill Spearfish, and Mahi Mahi. Depending on the species you’re after, you may find yourself trolling, baiting or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Your adventure begins aboard a 39' Topaz Sportfishing with Flybridge and Tuna Tower Vessel. It has space for 6 passengers plus crew. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, as well as lures.
Before coming aboard, it is required to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. You will find the link on your confirmation email. You will also need to sign your waivers, which are also found in the confirmation email.
Don't forget to bring snacks and drinks, sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water and sodas. Alcohol is also allowed in moderation; just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Welcome to the "Blue Marlin Capital of the World", known for it's calm seas and incredible year-round fishing. There's a fish with your name on it in and Captain Dusty will help you catch it! His passion and dedication shine through every trip. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned angler after the trophy of a lifetime, you'll find that fishing with Reel Havoc is more than a charter- it's an unforgettable Kailua-Kona adventure.
Depending on the fish season, you might hook into Blue Marlin, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo (Ono), Striped Marlin, Shortbill Spearfish, and Mahi Mahi. Depending on the species you’re after, you may find yourself trolling, baiting or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Your adventure begins aboard a 39' Topaz Sportfishing with Flybridge and Tuna Tower Vessel. It has space for 6 passengers plus crew. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, as well as lures.
Before coming aboard, it is required to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. You will find the link on your confirmation email. You will also need to sign your waivers, which are also found in the confirmation email.
Don't forget to bring snacks and drinks, sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water and sodas. Alcohol is also allowed in moderation; just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
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Customer reviews
Rating
Anglers' gallery (8)
All reviews (7)
Had an absolutely fantastic fishing trip yesterday with Captain Dusty! Call him directly to book! From the moment we stepped aboard, his positive energy and enthusiasm made the day even better. The boat was spotless and well-maintained, and he had great snacks on hand to keep everyone happy. Captain Dusty is incredibly knowledgeable—he put us right on the fish, and we ended up reeling in 7 huge skipjack tuna, plus a bunch of other smaller fish once we switched to bottom fishing for the kids. Everyone had a blast, with non-stop action. To top it off, he expertly filleted our catch right on the dock. We left exhausted but thrilled, with coolers full of fresh fish and amazing memories. Excellent trip all around—highly recommend Captain Dusty and his crew for a wonderful, family-friendly fishing adventure!
Thank you Andrea for taking the time to share such an awesome and detailed review! We are so grateful you and your family chose to spend your day on the water with us. We take great pride in creating fun, safe and memorable experiences for adults and kids. We loved that everyone had nonstop action and that switching to bottom fishing which made the kids' day, means a lot. We are thrilled you enjoyed the clean boat, snacks and of course the haul of skipjack tuna! Truly happy we could fillet some the fish for you to have a true Kona style dinner. Mahalo again for the kind words and the high recommendation. We would be honored to have you back on another family fishing adventure.
Awesome fishing trip, even catch ZZZzzz. Thanks captain Dusty and Noah. Mahalo
Dusty is the definition of a great captain. He and his crew got us fish on the boat while teaching my three boys. He is an owner operator in a corporate environment. Book him and you will not regret it.
Mahalo, Derek! It was a pleasure having you and your three sons aboard Reel Havoc Sportfishing. We’re glad we could put some awesome fish in the boat while creating memories for your family and sharing a little knowledge about fishing the Kona waters. Thank you for the kind words about our crew and operation. We truly appreciate families choosing us for their Kona fishing charter experience, and we hope to welcome you all back for another adventure the next time you’re on the Big Island. Tight lines! ~ Captain Dusty
REEL HAVOC was REEL AWESOME Kids are 10 and 12 and we all had an a lot of fun. Captain and crew were great, very organized and knowledgeable. Would definitely come back and fish with them again! Thank you!!
“Mahalo Dustin! We’re so glad you and your family had a great time with us on the water. It’s awesome to hear the kids had fun, that’s what we love most about running family-friendly Kona fishing charters. We appreciate you choosing Reel Havoc Sportfishing and hope to have you back out fishing with us again soon. Tight lines! ~ Captain Dusty & Crew
Crew was knowledgeable and great at answering any questions we had. Unfortunately fish weren’t biting that day but we were hard after them! Boat was clean. Ice filled cooler and snacks were provided. Highly recommend booking an excursion with Reel Havok!
James, thanks for coming out with Reel Havoc Sportfishing. Mahalo for the 5-star review! Some days the ocean keeps her fish, but we truly appreciate you recognizing the effort, professionalism, and experience we bring to every trip. We always fish hard, adjust tactics, and put safety and guest experience first. We’d be honored to have you back out when you are back in town. Mahalo again for choosing us!
FAQs about Reel Havoc Sportfishing
- US $1,100 per group - 3 Hour – Sunset Bite (3 hours)
- US $1,158 per group - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
- US $1,158 per group - 4 Hour Trip - 11:00 AM (4 hours)
- US $1,380 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
- US $1,598 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
- US $2,132 per group - 10 Hour Trip – Hardcore (10 hours)
- Toilet The bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Fighting chair
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Flybridge
- Live bait well
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Multimedia system Music onboard
- Outriggers
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (We catch live bait at the start of the trip free of charge on the 3/4 and full day charters only. Unfortunately on the four hour charters, there's not enough time to catch bait and fish.)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (I will fillet 20# of fish at the harbor for the booking from one fish. )
- Snacks (We have chips, protein bars)
- Drinks (Water, and some sodas available )
- First mate (Customary tips are typically 20% of your charter shared between the captain and first mate who work very hard to help you find and land the fish, creating special memories for you. A first mate and Captain are always on board. Both are Captains as well. )
- Offshore fishing (Due to the topography of the island, you will be in 1000 feet of water just a few miles offshore. No need to head 15 miles out, but we can. We go to where the fish are. Thankfully Kona offers excellent fishing grounds just a few minutes from the harbor! )
- Light tackle (If we choose live bait, there's no additional fees)
- Heavy tackle
- Trolling
- Deep sea fishing
- Barracuda (Pacific)
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Marlin (Blue)
- Marlin (Striped)
- Sailfish
- Spearfish (Shortbill)
- Tuna (Bigeye)
- Tuna (Skipjack)
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
- Wahoo
Your operator
Captain Dusty isn't your typical salty sea captain, he's the guy who instantly makes everyone feel welcome on board. Known for his calm, friendly demeanor and easy sense of humor, Dusty creates a wholesome, upbeat atmosphere on Reel Havoc. He starts every trip with a smile and ends it with new friends. Families, first-timers, and seasoned anglers all feel at ease with him. Kids love him. Adults love him. Even the fish seem to like him. Dusty takes the time to teach, encourage, and share the excitement of being on the water, making every moment fun, relaxed, and full of good energy. What a lot of guests don't realize is that Dusty grew up acting and has even appeared in films like Murder Mystery 2. His background as a SAG actor shows in his storytelling; it's one of the reasons people say he's the most entertaining captain they've ever fished with. His passion for the ocean shows in the way he tells stories, explains the bite, and celebrates every catch. Whether you're looking for a bucket-list marlin or just want a positive, memorable day on the water, Captain Dusty is the kind of captain who makes the experience just as special as the fishing.
Captain Dusty S.
Captain
Donna L.
Business partner
Garrett S.
First mate
Captain Dusty isn't your typical salty sea captain, he's the guy who instantly makes everyone feel welcome on board. Known for his calm, friendly demeanor and easy sense of humor, Dusty creates a wholesome, upbeat atmosphere on Reel Havoc. He starts every trip with a smile and ends it with new friends. Families, first-timers, and seasoned anglers all feel at ease with him. Kids love him. Adults love him. Even the fish seem to like him. Dusty takes the time to teach, encourage, and share the excitement of being on the water, making every moment fun, relaxed, and full of good energy. What a lot of guests don't realize is that Dusty grew up acting and has even appeared in films like Murder Mystery 2. His background as a SAG actor shows in his storytelling; it's one of the reasons people say he's the most entertaining captain they've ever fished with. His passion for the ocean shows in the way he tells stories, explains the bite, and celebrates every catch. Whether you're looking for a bucket-list marlin or just want a positive, memorable day on the water, Captain Dusty is the kind of captain who makes the experience just as special as the fishing.
Captain Dusty S.
Captain
Donna L.
Business partner
Garrett S.
First mate
Real catches by this captain
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How cancellations work
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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 50% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 50% 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
PayPal
Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Kailua-Kona right now
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (Striped)
Spearfish (Shortbill)Spearfish (Shortbill)
Tuna (Bigeye)
Tuna (Skipjack)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
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