Konadice Sportfishing 

4.7/5 (680 reviews)
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 Kealakehe Parkway, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, United States

Konadice Sportfishing 

Kailua-Kona, HI, United States
35 ft
6
4.7/5 (680 reviews)

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'Konadice Sportfishing' invites you on the ultimate deep sea fishing adventure in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii! This tropical paradise is located on the Big Island and happens to be the former capital of the island. It was good enough for royalty and it's certainly great if you're hoping to explore the incredible rich blue surrounding it!

Kailua-Kona has, as you would expect in a tropical paradise, a tropical climate. The warm temperatures allow local charter operators to be on the water daily and catch fish year-round.

Hop aboard the 35ft Bertram wide body open cabin' offshore sportfishing boat, which can comfortably accommodate up to 6 guests. She's powered by twin 330 HP Cummings engines and boasts the latest GPS and Fishfinder technology. What's more, she has a flybridge & tuna tower. On calm days you can use to sight surface activity.a spacious 2 door toilet convenience. She also features outriggers, Tuna tubes, a live well, and a fighting chair. With 15.5 ft beem she accomidates plenty of room and places of shade. Highly recomend taking a look at the vessel you choose closed cabins if air conditioned its nice but doesnt feel like your fishing and deck space all importsnt to getting the most out of your money.

You'll explore the offshore waters off the coast of Kona for some of the world's most desirable fish around. Hook into the likes of Mahi Mahi, Ahi (Yellowfin Tuna), Blue and Striped Marlin, Ono (Wahoo), Shortbill Spearfish, Amberjack, and Giant Trevally.

The crew has two goals: making sure you catch the fish of a lifetime and ensuring you have a great time doing so! They offer kid-friendly charters and are able to accommodate beginner and experienced anglers alike. Keep in mind our crew and captain make a living catching fish, 60% of our income is from daily charters, 20% gratuity, and 20% from selling the fish we catch.

Set aside a day and come with us on a day to remember. Aloha!

'Konadice Sportfishing' invites you on the ultimate deep sea fishing adventure in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii! This tropical paradise is located on the Big Island and happens to be the former capital of the island. It was good enough for royalty and it's certainly great if you're hoping to explore the incredible rich blue surrounding it!

Kailua-Kona has, as you would expect in a tropical paradise, a tropical climate. The warm temperatures allow local charter operators to be on the water daily and catch fish year-round.

Hop aboard the 35ft Bertram wide body open cabin' offshore sportfishing boat, which can comfortably accommodate up to 6 guests. She's powered by twin 330 HP Cummings engines and boasts the latest GPS and Fishfinder technology. What's more, she has a flybridge & tuna tower. On calm days you can use to sight surface activity.a spacious 2 door toilet convenience. She also features outriggers, Tuna tubes, a live well, and a fighting chair. With 15.5 ft beem she accomidates plenty of room and places of shade. Highly recomend taking a look at the vessel you choose closed cabins if air conditioned its nice but doesnt feel like your fishing and deck space all importsnt to getting the most out of your money.

You'll explore the offshore waters off the coast of Kona for some of the world's most desirable fish around. Hook into the likes of Mahi Mahi, Ahi (Yellowfin Tuna), Blue and Striped Marlin, Ono (Wahoo), Shortbill Spearfish, Amberjack, and Giant Trevally.

The crew has two goals: making sure you catch the fish of a lifetime and ensuring you have a great time doing so! They offer kid-friendly charters and are able to accommodate beginner and experienced anglers alike. Keep in mind our crew and captain make a living catching fish, 60% of our income is from daily charters, 20% gratuity, and 20% from selling the fish we catch.

Set aside a day and come with us on a day to remember. Aloha!

Jim Wigzell
Captain
Jim Wigzell
31 years of experience
responds within an hour

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Trip availability and prices

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August 2026
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4 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Tuna (Skipjack)
Wahoo
+3
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (6:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Tuna (Skipjack)
Wahoo
+3
US $925
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Trevally (Giant)
+4
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip — Full Experience
In high demand Last booked: 2 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Trevally (Giant)
+4
US $1,300
Entire boat: up to 6 people
There are 23 people looking at this charter.

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Rating

4.7
680 reviews
4.6
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (663)

What anglers say

90%
Great experience
90%
Family friendly
98%
Friendly captain
95%
Good boat
89%
Recommended
72%
Caught fish

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Marc Rogers
Marc Rogers
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
BIG Ahi and some Aku
6 Hour Trip on August 5, 20263 adults

Jim and Sawyer know the drill. Jim ran the boat working the current seams and FAD buoys. Sawyer taught us how to fight fish properly, explained the different techniques we used, the fisheries biology, and Hawaiian history. They worked really hard changing lines, lures, and spots until the fish were dialed in! We caught some scad for bait and a couple skip jack tunas. Then we got a really nice yellowfin tuna trolling shortly after moonset! It was a blast being on the calm Kona waters. We saw lots of dolphins, a mega yacht, nice scenery, and the beautiful clear pacific blue water. The Ahi tuna fight and fresh lilikoʻi were awesome!

Tom Davis
Tom Davis
us
California, US
Member since 2026
The captain canceled
July 30, 2026
Trip was supposed to happen on July 30, 2026

The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.

Zack Deakin
Zack Deakin
Repeat angler
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
doesnt get any better than this
6 Hour Trip - 6:30 AM on July 19, 20261 adult2 children

The captain and his deckhand were very genuine and so knowledgable. I had smaller children ages 5 and 7 and they had a blast and we caught tuna all day and ate some of our catch fresh there. We seen so much wildlife dolphins whales in the distance and it couldnt of been any better. They were very family orirented and gentle why we fished for giants and gave us so many pointers including telling us of a great beach for the rest of our trip I am so thankful we rolled the dice with these guys.

Michael Burch
Michael Burch
Repeat angler
us
Nevada, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
We will be back!
6 Hour Trip - 10:30 AM on July 24, 20262 adults1 child

Teven and Dallas made our trip absolutely awesome! We have done a few charters in Kona over the years and this was the best yet. Dallas got us on the fish and Teven was excellent with helping my son and I bring them in. They made us comfortable on the boat and kept things simple, you couldn't ask for a better crew... not to mention we had a fun day and my son brought in 4 tuna alone! Our Konadice charter was premier living, and we highly recommend!

Reported catch:
Skipjack Tuna
Kacen Helsten
Kacen Helsten
us
Utah, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
We had a once in a lifetime experience!
4 Hour Trip - 2:30 PM on July 12, 20266 adults

We went deep sea fishing for my wife’s birthday hoping to catch something big! We found this boat and ended up absolutely loving it. We also felt like it was a good deal for what you get. The crew was super knowledgeable, experienced, helpful, great at teaching and very professional. We ended up catching some big tuna and had a great time. We were able to take a few smaller fish home to cook as well that they cut up for us. We seriously had a once in a lifetime experience and I mean that because I am not the type of person to write reviews. Definitely consider this charter if you are in Kona!

Reported catch:
Skipjack Tuna
Bigeye Tuna

FAQs about Konadice Sportfishing

Konadice Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $800 per group - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 4 Hour Trip - 10:30 AM (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 4 Hour Trip - 12:30 PM (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 4 Hour Trip - 2:30 PM (4 hours)
  • US $925 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $925 per group - 6 Hour Trip - 10:30 AM (6 hours)
  • US $925 per group - 6 Hour Trip - 12:30 PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group - 10 Hour Trip — Full Experience (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Konadice Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Galley Maid push button saltwater Head.
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna tubes
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Konadice Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (I like to live bait a lot there's no policy we gotta find it and catch it . We don't just pull up and buy bait here we gotta go find and catch.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We will cut and clean fish for you. No charge.)
  • Drinks (I have coolers and ice. Bring whatever you like for food and beverage )
  • First mate (95% of the time, yes a first mate is on the Board. Gratuity is appreciated. View it the same as going to a restaurant. Avg 15-20%)
Konadice Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing (Wahoo mahi mahi sailfish)
  • Offshore fishing (Our ledges are close by. Ferthest out we go no more than 7-10 miles)
Konadice Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle ( Penn 80 And 130 Rods And Reels )
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Konadice Sportfishing include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Spearfish (Shortbill)
  • Tuna (Bigeye)
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Jim Wigzell
Jim Wigzell
Jim Wigzell

Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States

11 Fishing Reports
680 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2017

Captain Jim, who owns and operates Kontadice Sportfishing charters, has been living in Kona since 1984 and fishing here since 1985. He is on the water 365 days a year, and his family owns restaurants Pancho and Lefty's Cantina! Captain Jim grew up in the hospitality industry so he knows it's most important making sure clients catch fish and have a great time doing what they're doing!

11 Fishing Reports
680 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2017

Captain Jim, who owns and operates Kontadice Sportfishing charters, has been living in Kona since 1984 and fishing here since 1985. He is on the water 365 days a year, and his family owns restaurants Pancho and Lefty's Cantina! Captain Jim grew up in the hospitality industry so he knows it's most important making sure clients catch fish and have a great time doing what they're doing!

The fish you can target

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin
Shortbill Spearfish
Shortbill Spearfish
Bigeye Tuna
Bigeye Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Striped Marlin
Striped Marlin
Shortbill Spearfish
Shortbill Spearfish
Bigeye Tuna
Bigeye Tuna

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
35 ft
Year built
1973
Restored in
2018
Boat manufacturer
Bertram
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
6bta 5.9l Cummins Diesel
Powered by
2 x 330HP
Max cruising speed
17 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Wahoo mahi mahi sailfish
Offshore Fishing
Our ledges are close by. Ferthest out we go no more than 7-10 miles

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Penn 80 And 130 Rods And Reels
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Galley Maid push button saltwater Head.
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live bait well
Outriggers
Tuna tubes
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
I like to live bait a lot there's no policy we gotta find it and catch it . We don't just pull up and buy bait here we gotta go find and catch.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We will cut and clean fish for you. No charge.
Drinks
I have coolers and ice. Bring whatever you like for food and beverage
First mate
95% of the time, yes a first mate is on the Board. Gratuity is appreciated. View it the same as going to a restaurant. Avg 15-20%

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
All ages. Including Handicap/wheelchairs. No problem plenty of room and shade.
You keep catch
Happy to cut fish under 50#'s
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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 3.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Kailua-Kona right now

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
Marlin (Striped)Marlin (Striped)
Spearfish (Shortbill)Spearfish (Shortbill)
Spearfish (Shortbill)Spearfish (Shortbill)
Tuna (Bigeye)Tuna (Bigeye)
Tuna (Skipjack)Tuna (Skipjack)
WahooWahoo

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