​My husband and I caught a 626lb Blue Marlin with Stretch (Captain) and Summer (Deck Hands) on The…read moreHula Girl on January of 2026. An experience that we'll never forget. We went out on the boat for a day, caught and release a 125 Blue Marlin and had such a great time, we decided to come back a few days later. Aside from the remarkable experience of reeling in this big girl, we felt completely at home on the boat. The cab is air conditioned, beautifully kept, has a television to watch the OMNI system or television channel of your choice (I prefer watching the fish!) Both the upper and lower deck are partially shaded, providing reprieve from the sun. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. Stretch and Summer were fun and down to earth and when it came time to catching fish they gave clear precise direction, making us feel confident and reassured. The fishing was unbelievable, the boat pristine and the guys top-notch. We were sore both from fishing and laughing. We can't wait to come back and do it again. - Jenny & Andre

A most amazing day. Great captain and crew, great boat. We caught 3 marlin and 1 tuna. Best day…read moreof fishing ever!!!!

What a wonderful fishing experience Judah and David of Kona Shoreline Fishing Adventures provided…read moreus with. All we had to do was show up with our hats and sunscreen, and they provided everything else including snacks and water. Judah was very accommodating, and knew all the questions to ask to ensure a fun and safe day. He and David are very experienced and knowledgeable turning the day into a learning experience, as well. We had all had an amazing time. Thank you Judah and David. Looking forward to the next time.

Awesome adventure with Judah and David! We caught a bunch of beautiful reef fish and had a blast!…read moreLots of fishing knowledge between these guys. Can't believe the putz who reviewed with one star and didn't even go fishing! I highly recommend Kona Shoreline! They're the reel deal!

The current shifted the day of our trip, and the fish were biting in a different location than the…read morecaptains expected. As a result, we spent half the day fishing in the wrong spot. The captains admitted they were unaware of the shift, which significantly impacted our experience. While I understand that fishing is unpredictable, we caught nothing in an 8 hour day, fishing in the wrong location for half the day did not help. For $1400 the captains should have a better understanding of where the fish are, especially since their website advertises their expertise in finding the best spots.

We went out with High Noon yesterday on a half day fishing charter. Just Mike and I. Great boat,…read moreclean and well kept. We have been out with them twice before. We moved to Kona in January and it was our first trip out with this whole lockdown. So thankful to Tara and Dozer (not sure on spelling). We weren't successful on the catching end but not for lack of their efforts. Best crew we have been out with yet. Completely enjoyed being out on the water and the let up of rain for the day. Loved hearing all of their knowledge of fishing in the area and more about this beautiful island we call home. Looking forward to going out with them again soon.

If there were 6 stars, these guys would get it!!! A great boat, very experienced crew and a great…read moreway for our family of four to spend four hours on the water...less than 2 hours in, we hooked a gorgeous 150lb marlin and followed that up with a beautiful 20lb Ono. This is a must if you want to have the best fishing experience whilst staying in Kona!

Great experience. Booking process was super simple over email and they did their best to…read moreaccommodate us based on when we were going to be in town. Captain Sean took us out with assistance from his deckhand Clayto and they were extremely friendly and very informative as they told us exactly what to do if we hooked a fish. Sure enough, about 2.5 hours in, we hooked a tuna and although we reeled it in, we would have never been close to doing it ourselves without their instructions and help. Their positivity was so refreshing and they even cut some of it up for us to take home. I have done fishing charters before but from here on out, I am only booking Fire Hatt. Strongly recommend.

We booked a 5 hour fishing excursion with Cpt. Craig, with three of us in attendance. The boat was…read moreroomy enough for us without tripping over each other. We enjoyed our trip tremendously and Cpt. Craig was very informative about local history if inclined to ask. All equipment and bait was provided, and included in the overall cost. Although there are no guarantees you would catch fish, when fishing, we were fortunate enough to do so. We each landed a yellow fin tuna. We had never used the gear necessary to hook up and land these delectable fish, but Cpt. Craig was patient and informative on how to do so. At the tail end of our trip he filleted our catch and bagged it up for us. We were provided beverages and snacks, if interested. There was great communication before and up to our charter. I/we highly recommend this charter! Should we ever return to the Big Island we will do this charter again, no doubt. I may, if the others were inclined, charter it for the whole day. Thank you, Cpt. Craig, for an outstanding adventure. For me, personally, it was the funnest part of our week stay on the island. Here are a couple of tips. (1) Keep in mind - there is not a restroom on this boat. So, you should plan to flush the pipes before launching unless you want to waste valuable time returning to the launch ramp. (2) You can get some of your catch through the TSA and Ag checkpoints at the airport if desired. We froze some of our fillets and had them in zip bags, placed within our carry-on luggage.

My husband and I visited Kona for the first time and.went.out.with the C Hawk to fish. Craig was…read morevery knowledgeable and friendly. He works hard for his guests. He made sure we were comfortable on the boat. My husband and I were a little rusty and he explained everything to us. We laughed when my husband and I caught tuna but by the time we reeled them in the dolphins surrounding us got to the fish before we did. We relocated and ended our day each catching Wahoo. I was able to catch some sun lounging in front of his boat. We made a friend and the next time we visit we will definitely be on Craig's boat again. Highly recommend. I wish I could give him a 10 star!!! Craig, thank you for making our visit that much prefer special. Alpha!

This Ron White is a gladiator! He put me on fish and help me deal with the oceanic white tip and…read morewas pestering us. He also love to explaining everything and make Spearfishing a science. I would go more often if price was a bit lower but we have personal Guide so I get it. Anyway hats off to this charter that is one of a kind. Always get excited when I pull up to a buoy and slip into the water. Like another planet and makes me so in touch with nature and life.

Incredible! The ocean never fails to surprise. My trip began with a swim with what seemed to be 100…read moredolphins. I saw a few gorgeous sharks as we hopped to different dive sites and then missed an Ono which swam away. Awaiting a chance for another shot as we drove on, I munched on ridiculously delicious sandwiches that Rob provided. The day ended with an 11th hour stoning of an Ono with a final throw of chum. Win! Rob possesses an unmatched wealth of knowledge of blue water spearfishing and safety. A tactician and true sportsman, he is able to demonstrate and teach his techniques to enable his clients to learn to read a fish and engage on it accordingly. His explanation after the missed shot gave me the knowledge and confidence to hit the nail on the head...or shall I say the spear on the spine. Now I just cant stop dreaming about the other monsters lurking in the deep. Thank you, Rob!

Had the most amazing time out fishing with Captain Tony and deckhand Carlton! Super professional,…read morefun, and knowledgeable, these guys showed me a great time and taught me so much! I Even caught an ono fish! These guys come highly recommended

Who could complain when you and your buddies pull in a 400 lb blue marlin!?!? Captain Tony Clark…read moreand mate Matt were both awesome. Tony has been a captain for 30 years and is a diesel mechanic (lends comfort in knowing if something were to happen he would be able to figure it out...not that it would). We were on the Ihu Nui and the boat was in great shape. Tony even gave us some marlin poke and ceviche from a catch the day before (normally they release bill fish unless the customer insists...the fish we ate was DOA so the crew and customer didn't let it go to waste). Catching the marlin is something I'll never forget - Tony handled the boat well and Matt was right there to make sure we landed it. You can tell Tony was enjoying it just as much as we were!

Gage and Bo were 1 of kind. I couldn't imagine having this much fun out there! They immediately put…read moreus on the marlin, probably within 45 minutes of being on the boat. They both were very professional but super chill. 100% will be back!!!

We had a great day with Capt Shawn and Bo. They welcomed us made sure we had everything we needed…read more Very knowledgeable tins of experience

New Owners! Be Warned! No new Reviews in 2025! Guessing all the positive reviews were posted when…read morethe business was under previous owners. We had our son fly in for the Mantas. We drove down and spent the day in Captain Cook waiting for our 6:30 chartered boat. We arrived early as asked. We waited 2 hours. We watched boat after boat after boat from all the other companies pick up their passengers and leave. Our boat never arrived. We called. We emailed. Phone went straight to a generic voicemail that didnt even name the business. We have heard nothing. We finally left with heads hung low. Entire day wasted...defeated. BTW, our credit card was charged! I truly hope nothing terrible happened to the crew. And would love to know what possible reason could explain the disappointment caused.

We are staying in Kona with a group of friends and the kids wanted an adventure! They sure…read moredelivered, but were patient and very helpful in getting my 6 and 9 year old in the water and front row to countless rays! The next boat had more kids who all had a blast as well! You feel like you are on the private boat, while the big boats are the coach class Kids won't forget it!

Our Waikoloa Scouts Troop and families went on our annual whale watch on March 8 aboard Sea Smoke…read morewith Ocean Sports, and after doing this outing for more than 9 years, I can honestly say this was one of the best trips yet. We had about 30 Scouts and family members join us, and the whales absolutely showed up! We saw pods everywhere, tail slaps, and even a full breach. The highlight was when a humpback surfaced about 10 yards from the boat, giving the kids a once-in-a-lifetime moment. The crew also dropped the hydrophone, allowing everyone to hear the whales singing underwater, which was an incredible learning experience for the Scouts. Moments like that truly connect our youth with the ocean and the amazing wildlife here in Hawaiʻi. Ocean Sports continues to impress us every year. Booking was easy, waivers were handled electronically, check-in was smooth, parking simple, and the hospitality from the crew was outstanding. They were knowledgeable, welcoming, and fantastic with the kids. Mahalo to the entire Sea Smoke crew for sharing the ocean with us and helping create such an unforgettable adventure for our Scouts and families. Your aloha spirit and professionalism make this trip something we look forward to every year. Highly recommend Ocean Sports whale watch tours!

The staff were very very nice and helpful. The trip was peaceful and so beautiful! The ocean was…read morevery, very rough! But the staff still kept our drinks coming and with a smile. I was apprehensive about getting on the boats, but it was super easy. You will walk in the water a little bit so I don't recommend long pants or shoes. We wore shorts and flip flops and it was perfect. Loved that they give a Kama'aina discount! We'll go again during whale season! Very enjoyable, relaxing, beautiful experience.