Charter Operator
Reel Escapes Hawaii

Member since October 2023 Kailua-Kona, United States
Background
I've been fortunate to spend the better part of my life fishing but even more fortunate to turn that passion into a career. Growing up on the Great Lakes in Canada I fished for the typical freshwater fish but also in the big money Salmon Tournaments. Once I moved to Hawaii I was able to spend more time on big water and really developed a passion for chasing these bigger fish. I don't just operate a business, I love what I do and even on my days off, you'll find me out on the water dragging lines or dropping bait.
Techniques
While I love the troll for the big game fish, I also love dropping bait to bring in the big ahi's or mahi mahi's.If one style of fishing is producing better results than another, we will switch it up.

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Kailua-Kona, United States
Background
I've been fortunate to spend the better part of my life fishing but even more fortunate to turn that passion into a career. Growing up on the Great Lakes in Canada I fished for the typical freshwater fish but also in the big money Salmon Tournaments. Once I moved to Hawaii I was able to spend more time on big water and really developed a passion for chasing these bigger fish. I don't just operate a business, I love what I do and even on my days off, you'll find me out on the water dragging lines or dropping bait.
Techniques
While I love the troll for the big game fish, I also love dropping bait to bring in the big ahi's or mahi mahi's.If one style of fishing is producing better results than another, we will switch it up.
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4.9 / 5
(297 reviews)
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Kailua-Kona
 Last booking: 9 hours ago
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Trips from US $850
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(54 reviews)
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Kailua-Kona
 Last booking: 5 days ago
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Trips from US $1,075

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 351 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Absolutely Fantastic
What an amazing trip!!!
Entertaining crew & great day!
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Good experience
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
92%
Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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David M.
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Absolutely Fantastic

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Fishing Escape on April 2, 2026
When planning our family trip to Kona, an excursion to try big game fishing with my son was a must. I reviewed every option...
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Mark S.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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What an amazing trip!!!

VERIFIED   NEW  8 Hour Fishing Escape on March 24, 2026
We went on an 8 hour excursion with Capt. Brent and Deckhand Ian. It was truly amazing, they made the day so memorable for...
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Brian J.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Fishing Escape on March 21, 2026
Booked a 5 hour fishing trip while in Kona. Boat was very clean and crew were awesome from the start. During the trip, both...
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Ronald W.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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4.0 / 5
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VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Fishing Escape - 12:00 PM on March 4, 2026
I booked a one day charter with Captain Brent in Kona.ย  Two days before and before final payment, I received a text from Brent...
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Greg B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Unforgettable Experience โ€“ Hooked a Blue Marlin!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Fishing Escape on February 15, 2026
I booked a 5-hour trip with Captain Brent two months in advance, and I was impressed when he called me personally within minutes...
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