Plan a Fishing Trip to Kailua-Kona, HI

43 guidesBest months: April, May, March, June

What's Biting in Kailua-Kona Right Now

Mahi Mahi
ExcellentVarious
Barracuda
Excellentsaltwater
Trolling, Casting, Live Bait Fishing
Giant Trevally (Ulua)
Excellentsaltwater
Popper Fishing, Jigging, Live Bait Fishing
Marlin
Excellentsaltwater
Trolling, Big Game Fishing, Live Bait Fishing
Wahoo
ExcellentVarious
Swordfish
ExcellentVarious
Ahi (Tuna)
Goodsaltwater
Trolling, Chunking, Live Bait Fishing
Uku (Snapper)
Goodsaltwater
Bottom Fishing, Drift Fishing, Live Bait Fishing
Ono (Wahoo)
Fairsaltwater
Trolling, Live Bait Fishing, Bottom Fishing
Opakapaka (Snapper)
Fairsaltwater
Deep Sea Fishing, Bottom Fishing, Live Bait Fishing

What to Bring

Check with Kailua-Kona guides about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Hawaii Fishing License

License: No license required for ocean fishing

No license required for recreational marine fishing for residents. Check for any specific Fish Aggregating Device (FAD) rules.