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Chuck Wilson
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Chuck Wilson

Kailua-Kona, United States
100+ reviews
We have over 50 years of fishing experience in California, Mexico, Hawaii, and Texas and have won or placed in numerous Marlin Tournaments. We do not do 'share charters', when you book with us it is your boat and you are not sharing it with strangers.
Scott H.
Scott H.
First mate
Daron C.
Daron C.
First mate

Charter

Rating

4.7
112 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
4.7
Captain & Crew
4.5
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

87%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
92%
Recommend this charter
90%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
55%
Caught fish

All reviews (112)

Showing 1 – 5 of 112 reviews
  • Jimi Michalscheck
    Jimi Michalscheck
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great boys day out!

    Half Day With Fuel Service Charge • 3 adults

    Caught 110 pound blue marlin and was the experience of a lifetime for my son who really wanted to catch that exact fish. fantastic experience overall because of the captain and crew. They also made great recommendations were to have lunch after and we really enjoyed their stories. make sure to bring non-spray sunscreen so the boat deck doesn’t get slippery. bare feet is the best when you’re walking around on the boat deck as you get the best feel and balance.

    Reported catch:
    Blue Marlin
    Response from Captain

    rhank you Jim. we are fishermen just like you and ever take for granted the thrill and opportunity to fish in KONA Hawaii. captain Chhuck

  • David Kirk
    David Kirk
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2024
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Blue Marlin!

    Full Day With Fuel Service Charge • 3 adults

    The captain and his mate were very knowledgeable about the waters around the Big Island, ran a very safe boat, and we hooked and released a blue marlin that might have been bug enough to win the tournament going on that day off Kailua-Kona. All in all, a great day on the water. Would definitely fish with them again.

    Reported catch:
    Blue Marlin
    Response from Captain

    Thank you David. That is the trip we try for every time. Come back and do a Tournament one day. Captain Chuck

  • Mike Stahmer
    Mike Stahmer
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Boat for Marlin and Yellowfin

    3/4 Day With Fuel Service Charge • 2 adults

    Great crew with pro experience. You get right on the fish quick trolling out of the harbor. The boat is super comfortable and big with top notch equipment to fish with. They have the best lures ready and use them according to conditions properly. I’ll be back in Kona and fish with them again next year.

  • Bryan Ji
    Bryan Ji
    Repeat angler
    us
    Hawaii, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    no catch. But still awesome.

    3/4 Day +Snorkel W / Fuel Surcharge - 7:00 AM • 2 adults

    this is a very comfortable boat and the crew is always very professional and fun. We caught a a huge marlin the last time but this time even though we didn’t catch one it’s always great. It was south and my 16-year-old nephew we will be back. 

  • Paul Thompson
    Paul Thompson
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    January fishing trip

    Full Day With Fuel Service Charge • 2 adults

    Had a wonderful trip. The captain and mate were very personable and professional. The weather that day was a factor. The rain, wind and swell caught up to us. The captain tried the best he could to put us on fish. The mate continually swapped out different lures with different shapes and colors. At the end of the day we didn’t catch any marlin but we still had a great time.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Fire Hatt Sportfishing Charters
    Fire Hatt Sportfishing ChartersKailua-Kona, HI
    An angler actively reeling in a large fish while fishing in deep blue waters, showcasing the excitement of sport fishing.
    Fish 1
    Blue Marlin
    David K.
    David K.
    The captain and his mate were very knowledgeable about the waters around the Big Island, ran a very safe boat, and we hooked and released a blue marlin that might have been bug enough to win the tournament going on that day off Kailua-Kona. All in all, a great day on the water. Would definitely fish with them again.
  • Fire Hatt Sportfishing Charters
    Fire Hatt Sportfishing ChartersKailua-Kona, HI
    Angler proudly displaying a large Yellowfin Tuna on a sport fishing boat, showcasing a successful deep-sea fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Mike S.
    Mike S.
    Great crew with pro experience. You get right on the fish quick trolling out of the harbor. The boat is super comfortable and big with top notch equipment to fish with. They have the best lures ready and use them according to conditions properly. I’ll be back in Kona and fish with them again next year.
  • Fire Hatt Sportfishing Charters
    Fire Hatt Sportfishing ChartersKailua-Kona, HI
    An angler actively reeling in a large fish, showcasing the excitement of deep-sea fishing in clear blue waters.
    Fish 1
    Blue Marlin
    Peak of the season in Kona Hawaii. Come on out. All our species are here and for the rest of the summer your chances are excellent for catching a Big Blue Marlin. Welcome
  • Fire Hatt Sportfishing Charters
    Fire Hatt Sportfishing ChartersKailua-Kona, HI
    A group of anglers on a boat actively reeling in a large fish, showcasing the excitement of deep-sea fishing in vibrant blue waters.
    Fish 1
    Striped Marlin
    Jimi M.
    Jimi M.
    Caught 110 pound blue marlin and was the experience of a lifetime for my son who really wanted to catch that exact fish. fantastic experience overall because of the captain and crew. They also made great recommendations were to have lunch after and we really enjoyed their stories. make sure to bring non-spray sunscreen so the boat deck doesn’t get slippery. bare feet is the best when you’re walking around on the boat deck as you get the best feel and balance.
  • Fire Hatt Sportfishing Charters
    Fire Hatt Sportfishing ChartersKailua-Kona, HI
    An angler is actively fishing in deep blue waters, casting a line with a lure visible in the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Sailfish
    Absolute bst time of year in Kona. Until September vast numbers of Blue Marlin here. Give us a call and come on out. Captain Chuck
  • Fire Hatt Sportfishing Charters
    Fire Hatt Sportfishing ChartersKailua-Kona, HI
    Angler proudly displaying a large fish while aboard a boat in open waters, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Lester had this Tado to the boat in minutes. We were just getting started. We ended up with One Blue Marlin release , boated this Tado, lost another Blue Marlin and finished the day with an awesome 90+lb Ahi.
  • Fire Hatt Sportfishing Charters
    Fire Hatt Sportfishing ChartersKailua-Kona, HI
    Angler proudly displaying a large Yellowfin Tuna on the deck of a sportfishing boat during a deep-sea fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Yellowfin Tuna
    A Fish of a lifetime. Romero’s very first trip to Kona Hawaii, his first time deep sea fishing and the largest fish he’s ever caught!
  • Fire Hatt Sportfishing Charters
    Fire Hatt Sportfishing ChartersKailua-Kona, HI
    Two anglers proudly displaying a large Mahi Mahi while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    0 for 2 Ahi, 0 for 1 Blue Marlin. 1 for 2 Mahi Mahi. The bite is on, lots of action!
  • Fire Hatt Sportfishing Charters
    Fire Hatt Sportfishing ChartersKailua-Kona, HI
    Three anglers proudly displaying flags featuring marlin designs aboard the Fire Hatt, enjoying a day on the open ocean.
    John Bolton and his son Kyle caught and released a 200 pound Blue Marlin and the rarest of all Billfish, a Short Billed Spearfish. A great achievement on a half day Charter. Congratulations.
  • Fire Hatt Sportfishing Charters
    Fire Hatt Sportfishing ChartersKailua-Kona, HI
    Young angler proudly holding a large Mahi Mahi while aboard a fishing boat, showcasing a successful offshore fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Quality 4th fish of the day aboard FIRE HATT a 32.5 pound Mahi Mahi.

What's biting with Fire Hatt Sportfishing Charters in Kailua-Kona

There may not be the same number of Billfish around in November, but Bigeye Tuna arrive in force. These are some of the tastiest fish out there, so you will find you have lots of new friends if you bag one!

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

An angler actively reeling in a large fish, showcasing the excitement of deep-sea fishing in clear blue waters.

Another Blue Marlin today!

Jun 16, 2026 • Kailua-Kona
Peak of the season in Kona Hawaii. Come on out. All our species are here and for the rest of the summer your chances are excellent for catching a Big Blue Marlin. Welcome
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An angler is actively fishing in deep blue waters, casting a line with a lure visible in the water.

Today on FIRE HATT in KONA

May 30, 2026 • Kailua-Kona
Absolute bst time of year in Kona. Until September vast numbers of Blue Marlin here. Give us a call and come on out. Captain Chuck
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Angler proudly displaying a large Yellowfin Tuna on the deck of a sportfishing boat during a deep-sea fishing trip.

FirstTime!

Apr 19, 2026 • Kailua-Kona
A Fish of a lifetime. Romero’s very first trip to Kona Hawaii, his first time deep sea fishing and the largest fish he’s ever caught!
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Angler proudly displaying a large fish while aboard a boat in open waters, showcasing a successful fishing trip.

Great Start for the day!

Apr 19, 2026 • Kailua-Kona
Lester had this Tado to the boat in minutes. We were just getting started. We ended up with One Blue Marlin release , boated this Tado, lost another Blue Marlin and finished the day with an awesome 90+lb Ahi.
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Two anglers proudly displaying a large Mahi Mahi while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful day on the water.

Today aboard Fire Hatt!

Apr 7, 2026 • Kailua-Kona
0 for 2 Ahi, 0 for 1 Blue Marlin. 1 for 2 Mahi Mahi. The bite is on, lots of action!
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Three anglers proudly displaying flags featuring marlin designs aboard the Fire Hatt, enjoying a day on the open ocean.

Sensational winter bite in Kona Hawaii c

Dec 26, 2025 • Kailua-Kona
John Bolton and his son Kyle caught and released a 200 pound Blue Marlin and the rarest of all Billfish, a Short Billed Spearfish. A great achievement on a half day Charter. Congratulations.
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