This experience was definitely one for the books! We took our 7 year-old and he had a blast -- even…read morewhen the rain started to pour! Fish were not biting much and what we did catch were small. The lady working that day said that the fish tend to bite more on warmer days when it's not raining -- she said that she thinks they hide out at the bottom when it rains. We ended up keeping 2 of our decent sized catches (still pretty small). However, I must say, the fish was fried to perfection!! We chose to have our fish fried whole, it was served with a scoop of rice, a refreshing broccoli-slaw salad and a cluster of plump, juicy grapes. A surprisingly tasty lunch to end our rainy fishing adventure. *Bonus tip: wear shoes/clothes you don't mind getting dirty. The red dirt can stain your shoes and does not wash off clothing very easily. We brought old shoes (trashed when we left) and changed out before we got in the car.

One of the few keiki-friendly places on island to fish, Ali'i lets you fish for your own lunch and…read morehave it prepared on site. Located at a functioning farm, Ali'i has plenty of parking up front in the dirt lot. Check in at the main hutch/building and the staff will ring you up for fishing. You'll get a pole, bag of bait (not live), and a bucket. There are 3 pools dug out of the dirt but only one was lined and filled with water when we went. It was filled with lots of tilapia and they were fairly easy to catch. You can do catch and release or bring back what you've caught to the scale. Each fish can be cooked a variety of ways and comes served with rice, salad and fruit. The fish tasted great, freshly fried in our case, and the sides were actually really good. A great day out for fishing people but note for those that have never fished before, there is little instruction here and you're kinda left to yourself (which is a good thing if you know what you're doing).

jordan and his crew are amazing. he was nice emough to pick…read moreme up at hotel and back after fishing. they worked hard all day to locate fish if you are in the area, don't bother with anyone else just give him a call. younwill not regret i

We had an amazing half day trip with views of humpback whales, birds, and of course some legendary…read morefishing. Don't leave Oahu without booking a trip with Go Fishing Hawaii! Let the experience of the captain guide you on an unforgettable experience!

Captain Tony runs a tight ship. The charter hails out of Waianae Boat Harbor on the west side of…read moreOahu. Fishing on the west side tends to be calmer seas then other island locales. Bring your own food and drinks and let Captain and the mate do all the heavy lifting. The views are amazing and you're in deep blue ocean only a couple miles off the coast. There's chances for all Hawaiian island sport fishing species. We went in March and were able to see Humpback Whales breaching. Captain Tony was able to locate some fertile fishing grounds and we had countless hookups. The boat is large and kid friendly. If you're looking for a fun island adventure I highly recommend Boom Boom for a day of fishing and amazing sights.

3rd time going out with the Boom Boom! Captain Kaika put us…read moreon huge yellow fin! These guys know what to do.

I've done a couple dives with Ruckus Diving to Sea Tiger/Deep Pipe/YO-257/San Pedro wrecks, and all…read moreexperiences were incredible. Ray, the owner, is especially patient with newer divers and has a great way of making every dive feel fun while still prioritizing safety. The entire crew is professional, welcoming, and easygoing. It honestly feels like you're diving with a group of friends--but with the confidence that you're in very capable hands. Highly recommend!

Beyond thrilled with my experience using Ruckus on a recent trip to Honolulu. It was my first time…read morediving in a few years and -- though I'm pretty experienced -- I felt it prudent to make sure my skills were properly refreshed. Whereas other shops wanted to charge me for a full on course, Captain Maddie set me up with her dive-master sister, Ashley. Ashley did a refresher on our way out then made sure I had a great, safe experience for my first time back in the water, taking me on two shallow reef dives. We saw so many turtles, eels, a shark and several octopuses (Ashley has an incredible eye for spotting them). I had such a great time I booked another dive. This time, noting my comfort level, Ashley took me on two deeper wreck dives. They were spectacular. I'm so grateful I found Ruckus, Maddie and Ashley. There are a ton of options for diving on Oahu and I really lucked out choosing them. The personal focus the sisters gave me both times was above and beyond. I can't wait to come back to Hawaii and go diving with them again and again.

This is by far the best fishing store on Oahu. Keith and Chris are the real deal. They are very…read moredown to earth, always lends a helping hand and never afraid to speak the truth. Keith is also an advocate of fishing, for fishing and the community. He truly cares about preserving the fishing rights of our shoreline anglers and their families. He has strong opinions about our government and the many failures they have done to the shoreline fishermen. No matter how indifferent, he will always be there to support those who can't or won't speak up while respecting your opinion and your right to privacy. Both share a vast knowledge of fishing and they can each tell you their share of fishing stories from the many who visit or their own, as evident by the photos on the wall. But don't ask where the fish are caught because "it's a secret." I encourage everyone who's never been to Waipahu Bicycle & Sporting (aka Buster's) to come by for fishing 101 and those of you (like me) that keeps going back - right on, see you next time!

Purchased a gift certificate for Christmas! You need to park in back of the store and walk to the…read morefront (unless you find street parking). As i walked in i was greeted by someone at the cash register. He asked what i was looking for to help me out. He wrote out my gift certificate and i paid for it. I literally was in and out. They have a lot of fishing items and other things.

The park is well maintained. I see the workers patrolling and driving around with a cart. There…read moreare many parking stalls. Great place for fishing in freshwater. I went there to walk and sidewalk areas and grass are kept neat from trash and there are no overgrown grass/weeds.

Well, I took some of the Boy Scouts out to this lake to work on the fishing merit badge. Here is…read morewhat we found: The Good: - There is a lot of shoreline if you want to fish from the shore. - There is a place to park your car in a park near the south end. There is also a boat launch. - There are a few picnic tables around to sit and eat. - There are fish in the water. We saw them. - Fishing license and park entry permit is only $6 for military and residents, for a whole year. Go here to get one: https://freshwater.ehawaii.gov/freshwater/ The Not So Good: - Dirty water, land, trails. People have made the park filthy. - Fishing is not so great. Out of the 12 people with lines in the water, NO ONE caught anything. We were trying all kinds of lures, spinners, bait, etc., during multiple times of the day. Nothing. We met a few other people who had fished there a lot more than we had, and none of them had ever caught anything. Not so great for kids who want to catch something when they fish. - Park opens at 7am. If you want to fish before sunrise, you better find another part of the lake. Bottom Line: I don't think I'll go here again unless I go with a guide, someone who knows the lake VERY well. Since everything is catch and release at this lake, the fun is in the catching, and everyone we ran into that day have never caught anything!

Simply an amazing and beautiful day on Kaneohe Bay! Scheduling was easy via phone and email with…read moreKyle. Met him at the harbor- he helped us load the boat with all our stuff bentos, wine, towels, snacks, purses, snorkel gear. Turns out, he had a cooler full of water and juice and snorkel gear for us. Such a laid back, friendly and knowledgeable guy, Kyle made us feel like we were just a bunch of friends hanging out on his boat for the day. Was gift for my mom when she was visiting from NJ. She loved it. Saw coconut island with hundreds of fish, then walked around sandbar, then saw about 20 turtles maybe more and then lunch stop at secret beach (or was it called island) and then past china mans hat. Very special excursion, away from tourists, and I plan on recommending this to all my mainland guests. Made me wish I had a boat but then again I don't know the first thing about maintenance, rules on boating (is that a verb) etc. will just have to make sure to become a regular patron of this business.

Excellent trip. Need to try and book ahead if possible since it is not everyday…read more Go see the amazing sandbar and shoreline with an experienced guide who grew up there and loves it. A great trip for a family or friends group. I took 9 people total with us, and all loved it. Highly recommended. Mike

Captain Jim and his deckhand JD are amazing! They gave us the best charter experience that we have…read moreever had and memories that will last a lifetime! They were super attentive to any questions or concerns that we had, fileted and bagged our fish, and even offered to pack, seal and put our fish in an ice chest for us! They cut fresh sashimi from our fish and made a shoyu and wasabi dip for us to try our fish at the dock. Definitely recommend captain Jim and JD to anybody looking for an amazing charter boat experience while in Oahu!

While visiting again took time too charter with Captain Jim again. Never disappoints puts the time…read morein and the effort to get fish, a great charter. Highly recommended and will definitely fish again when in the area.

HiFishGear is THE fishing store to go to for all your fishing needs. Whether you prefer shopping in…read moreperson or online, they've got you covered. If you like shopping in-store, the friendly and knowledgeable staff are always ready to help you find exactly what you need. They take the time to answer questions and make sure you're set up for success out on the water. Prefer shopping from home? HiFishGear.com is an excellent website that's easy to navigate and simple to use. Plus, their shipping is incredibly fast, so you won't be waiting long to get your gear. One of the standout features is their online auctions--perfect if you're looking for great deals. It's a fun way to score high-quality fishing gear at prices below retail. Overall, HiFishGear delivers a great experience whether you shop in-store or online. Highly recommended for any angler!

This shop has a lot locally made tackle and JDM tackle. Tons of rod and reels. Whatever you're…read morefishing for they have a rod for. The staff is always welcoming and friendly. Big mahalos!

When it was time to upgrade my short fins and diving mask that I literally found on the beach -…read moreWestside Dive & Tackle was the spot I decided to go to. I walked into a few other surf and snorkel spots but they mostly carried short fins. I went with the Leaderfins which are the most affordable carbon fins. The fins do come separately from the foot pocket, so I also got their forza foot pockets. They do offer a service where they put together your fins and foot pockets but only certain people are trained on that, so I did have to pick it up just a few days later- and that service is $30. I also got a pair of diving socks to go with my fins. They have different sizes, thicknesses, and cuts (high vs low). I also got a new diving mask and snorkel. The best thing about going to a dive shop is the ability to try things on and Westside Dive has so many different options. Being able to put on the foot pockets with the diving socks or even just trying on a few different masks to find the one that best fits your face is why it's better to come in person than buying online. The service was also super friendly. I was making some big purchases, so I wanted to make sure that each component was exactly right and the staff here was helpful and overall super chill. We talked story for a bit, exchanged where we like to go diving and even some fish recipes. If you're looking for diving gear, support local and check out Westside Dive!

KAYDENZE is the man! Love this shop! Always helps out! Thanks for setting up my bf pathosread more