Bite Me Sportfishing – Bite Me 5 

4.4
(22 reviews)
 74-425 Kealakehe Parkway Suite 1, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740, United States–

Bite Me Sportfishing – Bite Me 5 

Kailua-Kona, HI, United States
–
53 ft
6
4.4
(22 reviews)

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The Bite Me 5, formaly know as the Kila, your top choice for sport fishing in Hawaii! Fishing out of Honokahau Harbor, this boat is enviably close to 'Grander Alley,' the number one fishing destination on the whole of the Kona Coast.

The Bite Me 5 is a stunning 53' Merritt vessel that rides the waves with ease thanks to her twin 500 HP Cummins engines. She is fitted with everything you could ask for when deep sea fishing in Hawaii, including a tuna tower.

The huge deck comes complete with a beautifully-finished fighting chair and plenty of space for six people plus the crew. Inside, she's equally luxurious. She features 3 AC sytems, two staterooms with 2 full private restrooms, a full galley kitchen and a spacious couch area, . As if that wasn't enough, the boat is finished with beautiful Koa wood throughout.

Not only are the Bite Me 5's features outstanding, she also boasts an impressive history. The largest Bluefin Tuna ever caught in the Bahamas was boated aboard this vessel, which also has numerous significant Hawaii tournaments and several world record game fish to her name.

Now it's your turn to fish like a world number one. The Bite Me 5 is set up to take 6 people fishing with 5 lines trolling at a time. This will give you plenty of chances to get in on the action as your knowledgeable crew hunts for Ahi, Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Ono, Spearfish and much more, depending on the season.

You will be fishing with top-of-the-line rods, reels, and artificial lures, which will be provided by the charter. Just bring some refreshments and get ready to turn your big game fishing dreams into reality!

See what these productive Hawaiian waters have to offer with Bite Me Sportfishing!

The Bite Me 5, formaly know as the Kila, your top choice for sport fishing in Hawaii! Fishing out of Honokahau Harbor, this boat is enviably close to 'Grander Alley,' the number one fishing destination on the whole of the Kona Coast.

The Bite Me 5 is a stunning 53' Merritt vessel that rides the waves with ease thanks to her twin 500 HP Cummins engines. She is fitted with everything you could ask for when deep sea fishing in Hawaii, including a tuna tower.

The huge deck comes complete with a beautifully-finished fighting chair and plenty of space for six people plus the crew. Inside, she's equally luxurious. She features 3 AC sytems, two staterooms with 2 full private restrooms, a full galley kitchen and a spacious couch area, . As if that wasn't enough, the boat is finished with beautiful Koa wood throughout.

Not only are the Bite Me 5's features outstanding, she also boasts an impressive history. The largest Bluefin Tuna ever caught in the Bahamas was boated aboard this vessel, which also has numerous significant Hawaii tournaments and several world record game fish to her name.

Now it's your turn to fish like a world number one. The Bite Me 5 is set up to take 6 people fishing with 5 lines trolling at a time. This will give you plenty of chances to get in on the action as your knowledgeable crew hunts for Ahi, Marlin, Mahi Mahi, Ono, Spearfish and much more, depending on the season.

You will be fishing with top-of-the-line rods, reels, and artificial lures, which will be provided by the charter. Just bring some refreshments and get ready to turn your big game fishing dreams into reality!

See what these productive Hawaiian waters have to offer with Bite Me Sportfishing!

Bite Me Sportfishing
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Bite Me Sportfishing
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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Tuna (Skipjack)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
+4
US $1,292
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Sailfish
Tuna (Skipjack)
+5
US $1,507
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Marlin (Blue)
Tuna (Skipjack)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
+4
US $1,723
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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Rating

4.4
22 reviews
4.5
Boat & equipment
4.4
Captain & crew
4.3
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (9)

Reviews (22)

  • Regis Baldauff
    Regis Baldauff
    Repeat angler
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2022
    7 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing Day with Bite Me

    3/4 Day Trip on March 25, 2025 • 6 adults • 2 children

    Nicest charter boat I have ever been on. Nice mahi, spearfish and a double blue marlin catch. Spectacular day on America’s best fishery with an experienced captain and professional crew. I will wait in line to fish with them again. Doubtful you will find a better kept charter boat.

  • Adam Noble
    Adam Noble
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Beautiful day on the Kila Kila

    Half Day Trip on June 9, 2022 • 6 adults

    Captain Nate and first hand Ryan were welcoming, professional and highly knowledgeable! Fun crew and great day even though the big blue marlin got away!

  • Ronald Roseborough
    Ronald Roseborough
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2021
    5.0
    Verified

    3/4 Day Trip with Captain Brad and Aaron

    3/4 Day Trip on June 28, 2021 • 4 adults

    Captain Brad and Aaron were great. Our family had so much fun and caught a lot of fish. I would Highly Recommend Bite Me Sport Fishing and this crew on the Kila Kila. Also the 53 Ft Kila Kila was very clean and comfortable. Ron Roseborough

  • Parind Vora
    Parind Vora
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2023
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    awesome trip

    Full Day Trip on September 17, 2026 • 2 adults

    lots of fun on a big comfortable boat that had service oriented capt and mate. both knew their stuff. Will book again. soon.

  • Steven Bakos
    Steven Bakos
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    September fishing trip

    Full Day Trip on September 28, 2026 • 6 adults
  • Regis Baldauff
    Regis Baldauff
    Repeat angler
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2022
    7 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great boat, excellent crew

    3/4 Day Trip on March 24, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 children

    Captain Brian and Mate Cameron are world class

  • Marc Biencourt
    Marc Biencourt
    Repeat angler
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    2.7
    Verified

    Did not honor # of individuals fishing

    Half Day Trip on February 28, 2026 • 6 adults

    When booking a particular boat We requested a boat for 8-9 people with no more than 7 fishing We show up before sailing and were informed that only 6 people on the boat period! Office was called with no response

  • Matt Schaefer
    Matt Schaefer
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great captain and crew

    3/4 Day Trip on March 30, 2025 • 2 adults

    Awesome time with captain and crew, caught a beautiful spear fish, exactly what we were looking for!

  • Kelly Hennager
    Kelly Hennager
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    October fishing trip

    3/4 Day Trip on October 5, 2025 • 6 adults
  • James Andrews
    James Andrews
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2025
    4.7
    Verified

    The boat is very comfortable!

    Full Day Trip on June 11, 2025 • 6 adults

    The only concern was that it isn’t handicapped accessible to get onto the boat!

FAQs about Bite Me Sportfishing – Bite Me 5

Bite Me Sportfishing – Bite Me 5 offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,292 per group - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $1,507 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,723 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Bite Me Sportfishing – Bite Me 5, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Enclosed restroom.
  • Air conditioning
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna tubes
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Bite Me Sportfishing – Bite Me 5 include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (If we choose to live bait during your trip it would be no extra charge. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We do not charge extra to clean your catch. )
  • Snacks (Please bring your own food and drink.)
  • Drinks (Please bring your own drinks. We have coolers with ice for your use.)
  • First mate (Our captain will always have a first mate to assist you. Tipping him is appropriate and appreciated. )
Bite Me Sportfishing – Bite Me 5 offers the following types of fishing:
  • Offshore fishing (We travel only a few miles offshore as it gets deep very fast off the Kona coast. )
  • Reef fishing
Bite Me Sportfishing – Bite Me 5 offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Trolling
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Bite Me Sportfishing – Bite Me 5 include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (Striped)
  • Spearfish (Shortbill)
  • Tuna (Bigeye)
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Bite Me Sportfishing
Bite Me Sportfishing
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, United States
245 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
240 Customer reviews
Typical response within 9 hours
Member since November 2015
Bite Me Sportfishing is the largest sportfishing charter company in Hawaii. Their captains have been fishing the Kona coastline for most of their lives and will do everything in their power to put you on fish. The team includes Hawaii's only female captain, Deneen Wargo, who is also the only female angler to participate in the Hawaiin International Billfish tournament (and she came very close to winning it, too)! Deneen is married to Brian Wargo, the owner of Bite Me Sportfishing. Brian has done everything, from tackling down a shark to save a life to winning a Carnegie award and medal. He has even been on the cover of Reader's Digest! An amazing fisherman, he is a really good guy with a big heart, who takes care of his employees. The Bite Me team is made up of 30 people, from captains and crew to operations managers. They consider themselves to be one big family, and every team member goes out of their way on a daily basis to ensure every customer has a memorable experience.
Our Team
Nate F.
Nate F.
Captain
Brian H.
Brian H.
Captain
Cameron H.
Cameron H.
First mate
Andy D.
Andy D.
Captain
Bite Me Sportfishing
Bite Me Sportfishing
Fully verified
245
reports
240
reviews
2015
member since
~9h
response
Bite Me Sportfishing is the largest sportfishing charter company in Hawaii. Their captains have been fishing the Kona coastline for most of their lives and will do everything in their power to put you on fish. The team includes Hawaii's only female captain, Deneen Wargo, who is also the only female angler to participate in the Hawaiin International Billfish tournament (and she came very close to winning it, too)! Deneen is married to Brian Wargo, the owner of Bite Me Sportfishing. Brian has done everything, from tackling down a shark to save a life to winning a Carnegie award and medal. He has even been on the cover of Reader's Digest! An amazing fisherman, he is a really good guy with a big heart, who takes care of his employees. The Bite Me team is made up of 30 people, from captains and crew to operations managers. They consider themselves to be one big family, and every team member goes out of their way on a daily basis to ensure every customer has a memorable experience.
The crew
Nate F.
Nate F.
Captain
Brian H.
Brian H.
Captain
Cameron H.
Cameron H.
First mate
Andy D.
Andy D.
Captain

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
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin 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

  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Yellowfin Tuna aboard the Bite Me 5, showcasing a successful deep-sea fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Anglers had a fantastic day with Captain Ryan and Crew Lucas, catching a blue marlin and taking home some fresh yellowfin tuna for dinner!! Fantastic job guys!
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large Yellowfin Tuna aboard a fishing charter, showcasing their successful catch in a vibrant ocean setting.
    Fish 1
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Beautiful yellowfin Ahi tuna & Spearfish catch for our anglers on the Bite Me 5 today with Captain Brad & crew Neil.
  • Anglers actively reeling in a large fish while aboard the 'Bite Me 5' charter boat in deep blue waters.
    Fish 1
    Blue Marlin
    Our anglers enjoyed catching this 125lb Blue Marlin with Captain Nate of the Bite Me 5!
  • An excited angler proudly displaying a large Ahi tuna weighing 125 lbs aboard the Bite Me 5, showcasing a successful deep-sea fishing adventure.
    Fish 1
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Multi repeat anglers catching this beautiful 125# yellowfin Ahi tuna and losing the fight on a nice Blue Marlin. Great job anglers with Captain Ryan Knoll and Crew Neil Charles.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large 90-pound Ahi yellowfin tuna aboard the Bite Me 5, showcasing a successful deep-sea fishing adventure.
    Fish 1
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Anglers on the Bite Me 5 happy with their fresh catch bringing back a beautiful 90lb yellowfin Ahi tuna. I’m sure they are enjoying a great dinner tonight!
  • Two adult anglers proudly display a large spearfish aboard the Bite Me 5 offshore fishing boat.
    Fish 1
    Shortbill Spearfish
    Our anglers enjoying their day fishing with a couple Spearfish catches.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Marlin aboard a sport fishing boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Sailfish
    Matt S.
    Matt S.
    Awesome time with captain and crew, caught a beautiful spear fish, exactly what we were looking for!
  • A thrilling moment capturing a fish leaping out of the water during a deep-sea fishing trip, showcasing the excitement of sport fishing.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Striped Marlin
    Regis B.
    Regis B.
    Nicest charter boat I have ever been on. Nice mahi, spearfish and a double blue marlin catch. Spectacular day on America’s best fishery with an experienced captain and professional crew. I will wait in line to fish with them again. Doubtful you will find a better kept charter boat.
  • Interior view of a fishing boat showcasing the helm and seating area, with fishing rods ready for action against a backdrop of open ocean.
    Adam N.
    Adam N.
    Captain Nate and first hand Ryan were welcoming, professional and highly knowledgeable! Fun crew and great day even though the big blue marlin got away!
  • A family poses on the exterior of a large fishing boat, showcasing a fun day out on the water with a scenic marina backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Ronald R.
    Ronald R.
    Captain Brad and Aaron were great. Our family had so much fun and caught a lot of fish. I would Highly Recommend Bite Me Sport Fishing and this crew on the Kila Kila. Also the 53 Ft Kila Kila was very clean and comfortable. Ron Roseborough

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
53 ft
Year built
1979
Restored in
2024
Boat manufacturer
Merritt
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
23 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Enclosed restroom.
Air conditioning
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Wireless trolling motor
Outriggers
Tuna tubes
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
If we choose to live bait during your trip it would be no extra charge.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We do not charge extra to clean your catch.
Snacks
Please bring your own food and drink.
Drinks
Please bring your own drinks. We have coolers with ice for your use.
First mate
Our captain will always have a first mate to assist you. Tipping him is appropriate and appreciated.

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Well behaved kids are welcome.
You keep catch
Our policy is to share the catch
Crew keeps catch
Whatever client doesn't want
Catch and release allowed

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.

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)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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