Captain
Marlin Kahl

Member since February 2017 Kailua-Kona, United States
Background
Capt Marlin was born and raised in Hawaii, he's been a tournament fisherman for some time now and started fishing with his Dad. He has won 3 tournaments in Kailua-Kona. His biggest Marlin caught was over 900Ibs.

Hey, I'm Captain Marlin Kahl

Kailua-Kona, United States
Background
Capt Marlin was born and raised in Hawaii, he's been a tournament fisherman for some time now and started fishing with his Dad. He has won 3 tournaments in Kailua-Kona. His biggest Marlin caught was over 900Ibs.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(36 reviews)
Kailua-Kona
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Trips from US $1,800

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 36 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (62)
Fantastic Boat and Crew
Caught 600 plus pound Blue Marlin!
Family and legacy
+59
Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
77%
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Billy C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Memory maker!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on June 15, 2026
I cant begin to explain how much my family and I enjoyed this trip! Not only were the captain and deck hand knowledgeable,ย ...
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Ryan D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fantastic Boat and Crew

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip on August 5, 2026
First class experience from beginning to end.ย  Immaculate boat with very professional crew, who are great guys.ย  Fantastic...
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Blayne S. J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Family and legacy

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on June 22, 2026
I landed my first marlin at the age of 12 while visiting Kona. Nearly 38 yrs later I brought my oldest son over ss a graduation...
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Dominic B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

OUSTANDING!!!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on October 2, 2025
The Kona Blue Crew (Capt. Marlin & Brandon) were outstanding!!! These guys understood safety, explained the reeling instructions,...
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Ryan H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip with great guys!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on June 6, 2026
My wife and I spent the day with Marlin and Brandon chasing fish. Even though the bite was slow, we still caught two ono and...
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