Bite Me Sportfishing
Charter operator

Bite Me Sportfishing

Kailua-Kona, United States
100+ reviews
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.
Nate F.
Nate F.
Captain
Brian H.
Brian H.
Captain
Cameron H.
Cameron H.
First mate
Andy D.
Andy D.
Captain

Charters

Rating

4.4
235 reviews
4.6
Boat & Equipment
4.5
Captain & Crew
4.2
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

78%
Good experience
89%
Friendly captain
80%
Recommend this charter
81%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
46%
Caught fish

All reviews (235)

Showing 1 – 5 of 235 reviews
  • Nicholas Monlux
    Nicholas Monlux
    us
    Hawaii, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    freaking awesome!

    Half Day Trip — Shared - 10:30 AM • 2 adults

    We were on a shared charter, so unfortunately, my boy and I didn’t hook up anything when it was our turn, but we still had an awesome time and the other people on our trip who we did not know before the trip caught about 160 pound yellowfin tuna. It was freaking awesome, and the captain and the other people were nice enough to share some of the meet with us. Next year I’m booking a private charter. And if you book with these guys ask for Brad. He’s freaking cool, knows where the fish are, and made it a memorable experience for us.. Mahalo Brad and your first mate!

    Reported catch:
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Response from Charter operator

    Congratulations on the Ahi tuna catch!! Our policy on a shared fishing charter is that everyone will share in the catch. Hope to see you guys again and get you in the fighting chair next time. -Sending our Aloha

  • Courtney Edmondson
    Courtney Edmondson
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day on the water!

    Half Day Trip — Private - 10:30 AM • 2 adults

    Great day! Captain Momi and her crew (Jimmy & Madison) were wonderful hosts. While waiting for our bite (caught a blue marlin about 2 hours into our trip) we learned SO much about the local marine life, safe fishing practices and concerns local fishers and boaters have. We appreciated the hands on experience and how welcome the crew made us feel. Will recommend to anyone I know going to Kona!

    Reported catch:
    Blue Marlin
    Response from Charter operator

    Such a great picture!! Congratulations on the catch and thank you for sharing the adventure with us. -Aloha

  • Caitlin Ayers
    Caitlin Ayers
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip!!

    Half Day Trip — Private - 10:30 AM • 5 adults • 2 children

    We had a great day out on the water today! Thanks for going above ans beyond and for all the support getting my son into fishing! We had a blast out on the water and although we didn’t catch anything today, we will be back to try again! My son was stoked to see the gear, set up and be out with captain and crew. Thanks again guys. Was a great day!

  • Robert Baxter
    Robert Baxter
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Good Tuna

    Half Day Trip — Shared - 10:30 AM • 2 adults

    The boat met us on the dock on time for our 10:30 trip. The earlier group had no bites, so our 5 guests didn’t expect any strikes. Our captain was in communication with other boats & read the signs of a fish grouping, so we caught 2 skipjack tuna. Our deckhand was efficient & excellent, fine experience for a relatively bare bones trip (we bought our own drinks & snacks)

    Response from Charter operator

    Mahalo for coming out with us for the shared fishing charter. So happy you guys caught some tunas!! -Aloha

  • Jim Brookes
    Jim Brookes
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2025
    4.7
    Verified

    Poor communication

    3/4 Day Trip – Private • 10 adults • 2 children

    Captain Momi and deck hand Brad were great and the boat was perfect for our group of 8 adults and 2 kids. Unfortunately the communication between FishingBooker and Bite Me and Ocean Encounters was terrible. I ended up calling Ocean Encounters directly to get the info I wanted. FishingBooker listing said that fishing licenses were included which is one of the reasons I booked with them. That was another $160+. When I questioned them they said thank you and that they would change the listing when they should have credited us. Next time I will go straight to Ocean Encounters or Bite Me to make a reservation. I probably would save %10-20 and not deal with the frustration.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Bite Me Sportfishing - Bite Me 4
    Bite Me Sportfishing - Bite Me 4Kailua-Kona, HI
    My first fishin on ocean😁
    Aleksa K.
    Aleksa K.
  • Bite Me Sportfishing - Bite Me 4
    Bite Me Sportfishing - Bite Me 4Kailua-Kona, HI
    amazing time
    Travis Y.
    Travis Y.
  • Bite Me Sportfishing - Bite Me 4
    Bite Me Sportfishing - Bite Me 4Kailua-Kona, HI
    Fishing with Brian
    Jordan S.
    Jordan S.
  • Bite Me Sportfishing – Bite Me 3
    Bite Me Sportfishing – Bite Me 3Kailua-Kona, HI
    Fishing with Brian
    Kyle W.
    Kyle W.
  • Bite Me Sportfishing – Bite Me 3
    Bite Me Sportfishing – Bite Me 3Kailua-Kona, HI
    Good Start. Will repeat
    Evangeline M.
    Evangeline M.
  • Bite Me Sportfishing - Bite Me 4
    Bite Me Sportfishing - Bite Me 4Kailua-Kona, HI
    What a great experience!!
    Chrissy W.
    Chrissy W.
  • Bite Me Sportfishing – Bite Me 3
    Bite Me Sportfishing – Bite Me 3Kailua-Kona, HI
    freaking awesome!
    Nicholas M.
    Nicholas M.
  • Bite Me – Ocean Encounters
    Bite Me – Ocean EncountersKailua-Kona, HI
    EXCELLENT captain & mait!
    Allison K.
    Allison K.
  • Bite Me Sportfishing – Bite Me 3
    Bite Me Sportfishing – Bite Me 3Kailua-Kona, HI
    Big Yellow Fin Tuna
    Jed T.
    Jed T.
  • Bite Me Sportfishing - Bite Me 4
    Bite Me Sportfishing - Bite Me 4Kailua-Kona, HI
    Awesome
    Sam S.
    Sam S.

Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with Bite Me Sportfishing – Bite Me 6 in Kailua-Kona

October is one of the cheapest times to visit Hawaii, and Kona always has great fishing! If you fancy some time on dry land, you can visit Kona's Food and Wine Festival to taste some local delicacies.

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