Hawaii Fly Fishing Charters
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Fly Fishing in Hawaii
Fly Fishing in Hawaii
You have a lot of options when fly fishing Hawaii. The four main islands all have their share of sandy beach fronts, shallow coves, and deep bluewaters full of everything from Bonefish to Sailfish. Head inland, and you can find lakes and reservoirs stocked with Bass and even Trout. Hawaii may be best-known for heavy tackle trolling action, but there’s plenty here to keep fly anglers happy, too.
What to Expect from a Fly Fishing Trip
What you target kind of depends on the island you visit. Big Island and Oahu have some of the best flats fishing, with O’io (Bonefish), Kaku (Barracuda) and Ulua (Trevally) in big numbers. You can catch Bonefish without even leaving Honolulu, and Kailua-Kona’s flats would be famous if the town wasn’t already legendary for deep sea fishing.
If you want to head offshore, you won’t be short of big game fly fishing specialists wherever you are. Charter a trip with one of these boats, and you could get on Mahi Mahi, Ahi (Yellowfin and Bigeye Tuna), A’u (Marlin), and A’u Lepe (Sailfish). Blue, Black, and Striped Marlin can all be caught here, and anglers travel from far and wide for the chance to take them on the fly. Local charters are better-equipped than in many other places, and the sheer number of fish really brings that dream catch within reach.
But it’s not all about saltwater fly fishing. Head inland in on Kauai or Oahu, and you can find Largemouth and Peacock Bass, Rainbow Trout, Snakehead, and more. The fish here may not grow to record-breaking size, but they still put up some serious fight! You also couldn’t ask for a more beautiful place to target them.
Fly Fishing Techniques
Mantis and crab patterns work best for Hawaii’s Bonefish, with natural colors drawing more attention than bright reds and yellows. You’ll need a sturdy eight-weight rod with a quality saltwater reel and at least 250 yards of backing when going after Bonefish.
If you’re heading offshore, most charter captains use custom fly gear somewhere in the 14-weight range. It obviously depends on the species you’re after, though. Bait-and-switch fishing is the most popular way to target Hawaii’s deep sea species. You can also enjoy some pure topwater action around the buoy FADs that surround the islands.
Need to Know
You don’t need a license to fish for saltwater species in Hawaii, whether you’re with a guide or out on your own. If you’re going after freshwater fish, you’ll need a freshwater fishing license. You can find detailed information and buy your license online.
Hawaii
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What anglers said about Fly Fishing in Hawaii
What anglers said about Fly Fishing in Hawaii
Get ready for a fight, these fish arenโt like any youโll catch anywhere else in the world.
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Get ready for a fight, these fish arenโt like any youโll catch anywhere else in the world.
Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters
Do everything you can to fight against seasickness before and during the trip
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Do everything you can to fight against seasickness before and during the trip
Aloha Kauai Sportfishing
It was our first time fishing, so I would absolutely recommend this to other first-timers!
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It was our first time fishing, so I would absolutely recommend this to other first-timers!
Oahu Pelagic Sportfishing
If you are looking for an amazing fishing experience in Kona I would definitely recommend Reel Escapes for your next adventure! The captain and deckhand made it very interactive and such a fun experience for us! We learned a lot about the island and the waters! If you can, I recommend booking the 6 or 8 hour charter! Definitely an experience we will never forget!
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If you are looking for an amazing fishing experience in Kona I would definitely recommend Reel Escapes for your next adventure! The captain and deckhand made it very interactive and such a fun experience for us! We learned a lot about the island and the waters! If you can, I recommend booking the 6 or 8 hour charter! Definitely an experience we will never forget!
Reel Escapes Hawaii
Kenny was great! Very experienced and knowledgeable. Two in our party caught fish while two others had near catches. He clearly knows the area and where to catch fish. He adjusts his trips based on the group and was super nice. Would definitely recommend booking with Kenny. When we come back, we will definitely book with him again.
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Kenny was great! Very experienced and knowledgeable. Two in our party caught fish while two others had near catches. He clearly knows the area and where to catch fish. He adjusts his trips based on the group and was super nice. Would definitely recommend booking with Kenny. When we come back, we will definitely book with him again.
North Shore Tour GuideโHILO HAWAII
Awesome weather, my son ended up with seasickness even though he took dramamine before, he powered through though!
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Awesome weather, my son ended up with seasickness even though he took dramamine before, he powered through though!
Skillet Sportfishing
Just show up. Pack your food and snacks. Beer helps to clebrate the catch.
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Just show up. Pack your food and snacks. Beer helps to clebrate the catch.
Silky Sportfishing
The Captain and crew will guide first timers through the process to keep everyone safe and maximize the opportunity to bring the fish. Iโve been on a few charters in Honolulu, all outstanding experiences.
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The Captain and crew will guide first timers through the process to keep everyone safe and maximize the opportunity to bring the fish. Iโve been on a few charters in Honolulu, all outstanding experiences.
Private Charter Waikiki Deep Sea Fishing
Keep an open mind, hang loose, and have a good time. It's fishing after all, you never know what you will catch.
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Keep an open mind, hang loose, and have a good time. It's fishing after all, you never know what you will catch.
The VENTURE Boat Ko Olina
It's fishing. Understand catching is not guaranteed but your Captain and crew will do everything possible to make sure you have the best odds and a great time doing so!
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It's fishing. Understand catching is not guaranteed but your Captain and crew will do everything possible to make sure you have the best odds and a great time doing so!
Nasty Habit Sport Fishing
Be prepared for some rough seas, though, as a few of us experienced sea sickness. Despite that, we highly recommend this adventure!
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Be prepared for some rough seas, though, as a few of us experienced sea sickness. Despite that, we highly recommend this adventure!
Blue Water Fishing LLC
Was well with the trip. The captain and crew were extremely friendly helpful and knowledgeable about what we should expect.
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Was well with the trip. The captain and crew were extremely friendly helpful and knowledgeable about what we should expect.
Reel Escapes Hawaii
I recommend planning your trip 7 days before the end of the full moon and try and get the current going into the island.
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I recommend planning your trip 7 days before the end of the full moon and try and get the current going into the island.
A'u Struck Sportfishing
Lots of sunscreen and patience. Remember itโs fishing sometimes you catch fish sometimes you donโt. Donโt go in expecting to catch a monster fish just because youโre in the ocean.
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Lots of sunscreen and patience. Remember itโs fishing sometimes you catch fish sometimes you donโt. Donโt go in expecting to catch a monster fish just because youโre in the ocean.
A'u Struck Sportfishing
We made the right choice to book with Deep Sea Fishing Charters and would rebook again. Some other captains were โsaltyโ when just talking to them on the phone but Captain Matt was genuinely happy and excited with us.
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We made the right choice to book with Deep Sea Fishing Charters and would rebook again. Some other captains were โsaltyโ when just talking to them on the phone but Captain Matt was genuinely happy and excited with us.
Deep Sea Sportfishing Hawaii
If you are looking to catch quanity then bottom fishing is a great way to go but if you are hoping to catch larger fish then you are going to want to go deep sea fishing (trolling).
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If you are looking to catch quanity then bottom fishing is a great way to go but if you are hoping to catch larger fish then you are going to want to go deep sea fishing (trolling).
Ocean Blue Kona
Take Dramamine and listen to the instructions from the captain and deck hand. Both are there to help
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Take Dramamine and listen to the instructions from the captain and deck hand. Both are there to help
Private Charter Waikiki Deep Sea Fishing
Captain Paul will work hard for you. If you are bringing beginners be sure to give him plenty of notice so he can catch enough live bait. Experienced.fishermen will get plenty of action throwing spoons but those not adept at casting may be better off with live bait. We caught 23 fish. Most were 2-3 lbs. This is a catch and release fishery
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Captain Paul will work hard for you. If you are bringing beginners be sure to give him plenty of notice so he can catch enough live bait. Experienced.fishermen will get plenty of action throwing spoons but those not adept at casting may be better off with live bait. We caught 23 fish. Most were 2-3 lbs. This is a catch and release fishery
Exit 8 Bass Hawaii
Remember it is called a fishing trip not Catching trip , the captain and crew will do their best but it's still up to the fish if it wants to take the hook.
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Remember it is called a fishing trip not Catching trip , the captain and crew will do their best but it's still up to the fish if it wants to take the hook.
Silky Sportfishing
Targeting Blue Marlin is a marathon. Lots of trolling with no action, then complete chaos when the bite happens. One fish per trip is not easy. By catch is minimal.
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Targeting Blue Marlin is a marathon. Lots of trolling with no action, then complete chaos when the bite happens. One fish per trip is not easy. By catch is minimal.
Reel Escapes Hawaii