Oahu Fly Fishing Charters

Oahu Fly Fishing Charters

Best Fly Fishing Charters in Oahu

Fly Fishing in Oahu

Oahu may be better known for its awesome heavy tackle action, but few people realize the fly fishing Oahu has to offer is also outstanding. While the big game crowds rocket offshore in a cloud of diesel smoke, you can enjoy poling the shallows just a stone’s throw from town for monster Bonefish and GTs. If that somehow isn’t enough for you, head further out to place flies for hungry Tuna and Billfish. The action here is enough to put even the most serious fly angler to the test. Simply put, it’s way too good to miss!

What to Expect from a Fly Fishing Trip

There are plenty of small flats boats nestled among the offshore cruisers. Charter one of these anywhere on the island and you will be in for a day of pitched battles against hard-fighting fish on the flats. What you find will depend on where you go, but the action is outstanding all over Oahu.
 

South Shore

If you’re launching from Honolulu (and chances are, you will be) you won’t have to head as far as you’d think to find secluded flats. Ala Moana and Kahala are home to incredible numbers of Bonefish, which don’t seem to mind being right in the middle of town. Head round Diamond Head and you hit Kuliouou, another awesome Bonefishing spot.
 

North Shore

If you’re set on monster Bonefish (and we’re talking 10 to 15 pounds here) you may want to leave the hustle and bustle of Honolulu behind you and head for the legendary Kaneohe Bay. The whole bay is incredible for fly anglers, with plenty of GTs in its deeper reaches, too. The islet of Mokoli'i, colloquially named Chinaman’s Hat, is widely recognized as the best point in the bay. It’s well worth the trek north.
 

Offshore

So you want to get your hooks into something a little bigger? You’ve come to the right place! Head offshore from Oahu, and you’ll find monster fish hunting right on the surface around the FADs which surround the island. Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and even Billfish could be on the hit list for the ambitious fly anglers among you, so be sure to pack something a little heftier than an eight-weight!

What to Pack for Oahu Fly Fishing

If you’re planning on sticking to the flats, bring a fast-action 7wt or 8wt rod. We’d recommend an 8wt for more fish control but it’s down to how much of a challenge you want. Count on using a good 150 yards of backing, with 15-pound tapered fluorocarbon leaders to ward against getting cut off on coral. Mantis shrimp and crab patterns work well, but many local guides use custom-tied flies which they find work best in their waters.
 
Head offshore, and you will need much, much heavier gear, depending on what species you’re after. Think 14wt or even 16wt rods with the thickest tippets and the strongest backing you can find. Even then, you’ll need more than an ounce of luck if you want to bring in Spearfish, Mahi Mahi, or Marlin on the fly.
Oahu
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What anglers said about Fly Fishing in Oahu

If you are going to fish on Oahu, you have to go with Hopper and Jay on the Grand Slam.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If you are going to fish on Oahu, you have to go with Hopper and Jay on the Grand Slam.
Grand Slam Hawaii
Grand Slam Hawaii
If you never caught Peacock Bass I highly recommend adding them to your fish catching experience. They are super aggressive and fight hard. Sooo much fun!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If you never caught Peacock Bass I highly recommend adding them to your fish catching experience. They are super aggressive and fight hard. Sooo much fun!
Exit 8 Bass Hawaii
Exit 8 Bass Hawaii
Bring sunblock! We did not and we definitely felt it the next day. Take pictures! Itโ€™s an experience youโ€™ll want to look back on. And be patient! Itโ€™s still fishing. You never know when the big one is going to hit.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Bring sunblock! We did not and we definitely felt it the next day. Take pictures! Itโ€™s an experience youโ€™ll want to look back on. And be patient! Itโ€™s still fishing. You never know when the big one is going to hit.
Ohana Sport Fishing
Ohana Sport Fishing
This was our first time fishing hawaii we had deep sea fished in tofino BC and Cancun this ocean is easily rougher make sure to take something for sea sickness before going. Would still do it again though
Excellent
5.0 / 5
This was our first time fishing hawaii we had deep sea fished in tofino BC and Cancun this ocean is easily rougher make sure to take something for sea sickness before going. Would still do it again though
Five Star Sportfishing Hawaii
Five Star Sportfishing Hawaii
Pack a lunch, sunblock, and lots of water. If you have motion sickness get some scopalmine
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Pack a lunch, sunblock, and lots of water. If you have motion sickness get some scopalmine
Whipsaw Sport Fishing Inc.
Whipsaw Sport Fishing Inc.
Winter fishing season has its calm days but be prepared to work hard on a rough day.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Winter fishing season has its calm days but be prepared to work hard on a rough day.
Oahu Pelagic Sportfishing
Oahu Pelagic Sportfishing
Bring sunscreen, Swimsuit, water shoes and your luck! There are fish in the ocean. Good Luck. Well worth it! Will return to Fun Fishing.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Bring sunscreen, Swimsuit, water shoes and your luck! There are fish in the ocean. Good Luck. Well worth it! Will return to Fun Fishing.
Ohana Fun Fishing
Ohana Fun Fishing
A little chop on the water but the whales in season off the coast more than make up for that.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
A little chop on the water but the whales in season off the coast more than make up for that.
Private Charters 5 Star Experience!  ALOHA !!
Private Charters 5 Star Experience! ALOHA !!
Expect a great fishing experience. Depending on the time of year the catching can be so so. That said, in 5 trips out of Haleiwa I have never been skunked.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Expect a great fishing experience. Depending on the time of year the catching can be so so. That said, in 5 trips out of Haleiwa I have never been skunked.
Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters
Lucky Lass Haleiwa Charters
Donโ€™t underestimate the waves. Take Dramamine or whatever else before getting on the boat. My wife and I didnโ€™t get sick but definitely felt queasy for a few mins. Ran into some bigger waves and super cloudy day so we couldnโ€™t see land at times
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Donโ€™t underestimate the waves. Take Dramamine or whatever else before getting on the boat. My wife and I didnโ€™t get sick but definitely felt queasy for a few mins. Ran into some bigger waves and super cloudy day so we couldnโ€™t see land at times
Ocean Addict Hawaii llc
Ocean Addict Hawaii llc
Of course when windy it can be rough. No guarantees to catch fish so you just have to get out there and put in your time and it will pay off.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Of course when windy it can be rough. No guarantees to catch fish so you just have to get out there and put in your time and it will pay off.
Aloha Charters
Aloha Charters
Get ready for a fast paced environment (when fish are biting - itโ€™s exhilarating)
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Get ready for a fast paced environment (when fish are biting - itโ€™s exhilarating)
Go Fishing Hawaii
Go Fishing Hawaii
This was our first time fishing in Hawaii, so not sure seasonally how fishing changes. Our trip started out pretty slow but glad we booked the full day. All our fish came in the afternoon. Caught multiple Mahi-mahi.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
This was our first time fishing in Hawaii, so not sure seasonally how fishing changes. Our trip started out pretty slow but glad we booked the full day. All our fish came in the afternoon. Caught multiple Mahi-mahi.
Five Star Sportfishing Hawaii
Five Star Sportfishing Hawaii
Be aware that the ocean can be rough. Itโ€™s not in their hands. so please donโ€™t complain if you get sea sick.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be aware that the ocean can be rough. Itโ€™s not in their hands. so please donโ€™t complain if you get sea sick.
Five Star Sportfishing Hawaii
Five Star Sportfishing Hawaii
Be prepared for rough conditions in winter. Waterproof gear is essential unless you don't mind getting soaked to the bone.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Be prepared for rough conditions in winter. Waterproof gear is essential unless you don't mind getting soaked to the bone.
To The Max Charters
To The Max Charters
Considering that this time of year isn't a prime fishing season, we still got into some fast and furious action. Overall I was satisfied with the trip.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Considering that this time of year isn't a prime fishing season, we still got into some fast and furious action. Overall I was satisfied with the trip.
Flyer Sportfishing
Flyer Sportfishing
Come ready to catch fish!! Big water prepare if you are susceptible to motion sickness
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Come ready to catch fish!! Big water prepare if you are susceptible to motion sickness
Grand Slam Hawaii
Grand Slam Hawaii
In November maybe be prepared to bring a rain jacket. Weather was hit and miss in days leading up but water was pretty calm once we got to open water.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
In November maybe be prepared to bring a rain jacket. Weather was hit and miss in days leading up but water was pretty calm once we got to open water.
Flyer Sportfishing
Flyer Sportfishing
Life's short if your looking here you already want to do it. Book now you will not regret it!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Life's short if your looking here you already want to do it. Book now you will not regret it!
Oahu Pelagic Sportfishing
Oahu Pelagic Sportfishing
Trust your Captains as they are the more experienced ones when it comes to fishing in these waters and youโ€™ll also catch fish!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Trust your Captains as they are the more experienced ones when it comes to fishing in these waters and youโ€™ll also catch fish!
Private Charters 5 Star Experience!  ALOHA !!
Private Charters 5 Star Experience! ALOHA !!

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