The best value for your money while fishing on Maui is usually on the three-quarter (6 hour) or full day (8 hour) trips
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 Fishing Charters on Maui |
 Aerial Sport Fishing Charters - 35' Cabo |
Aloha Blue Sport Fishing Charters - 40' Power Catamaran  |
| Desperado Sport Fishing Charters - 31' Bertram |
| Hinatea Sport Fishing Charters - 41' Hatteras Twin Diesel Sport Fisher |
| Luckey Strike II Sport Fishing Charters - 50' Delta Marine |
| Maui Fun Sport Fishing Charters - 25' Farallon Cabin Cruiser |
| No Problem Sport Fishing Charters - 37' Merritt |
| Piper Sport Fishing Charters - 43' Bertram Sport Fisherman |
| RascaI Sport Fishing Charters - 43' Bertram |
| Reel Luckey Sport Fishing Charters - 38' Mediterranean Sportfisher |
| Start Me Up Sportfishing - 42' L.O.A. Bertram Sportfisher |
| Strike Zone Sport Fishing Charters - 43' Delta Sportfishing Yacht |
| Unreel Sport Fishing Charters - 31' Bertram |
| Wailea Boating Company Sport Fishing Charters - 36' Powerboat (Private Charters) |
Maui Deep Sea Fishing Charters
(From: $75.00 - To: $2,080.00)
Every deep sea sport fisherman knows the adrenaline rush of a fish-strike - the high-pitched whine of the line uncoiling from a smoking reel, the scramble to strap into the fighting chair, the first glimpse of a silver adversary far behind the boat. Few experiences compare to the drama and exhilaration of finding yourself at the business end of a fishing line attached to a Pacific Blue Marlin.
Where do you catch a fishing charter.
Lahaina and Maalaea harbors are well-known throughout the island chain as the places to find the finest sport fishing charters and deep sea fishing charters in Maui.
What types of fish are caught.
The waters around Maui are home to the Pacific Blue, Striped and Short Billed Marlin, the Skipjack and Yellowfin Tuna, Mahimahi, Wahoo (Ono), Trevally, Shark, Barracuda, and Hawaiian Salmon. These are the same fish you'll find on the dinner menu at your favorite seafood restaurant most nights.
Types of Sport Fishing Boats.
Fishing boats are available in a variety of sizes and come equipped with a whole range of gear, from basic equipment to the best in state-of-the-art big game sport fishing. Some boats offer large salons, stereo systems, galleys with microwave oven, refrigerator and freezer, showers, covered bridge, cellular phone, air conditioning, color video fish finders, Penn International reels and rock-away fighting chairs.
Bottom fishing off Maui is fun too.
You drop your line over the side and just about always catch something, although the fish are usually much smaller than the big game varieties listed above.
Some things you should know about sport fishing on Maui.
- Private charters book the whole boat for the exclusive use of you and your group.
- You may choose to go on a "share boat" with a group of people, usually maximum 6.
- Fishing trips are 4 hours, 6 hours, or 8 hours.
- Fishing trips can leave in the morning or afternoon.
- All equipment, licenses and ice are provided by the boat.
- The "tag and release" option is usually left up to you. Discuss this with the captain at the beginning of your trip.
Tom's Tips - Maui Deep Sea Fishing Charters
- If you're really serious about catching fish, book a 3/4 (6-hour) or full day (8-hour) trip. This gives the boat time to reach the major fishing grounds and spend some time there.
- Crew members are great fishermen, but you'll be pleased to know they won't be making your lunch. Bring your own food and drink.
- Share-boat charters can be hard to arrange at times. We usually need a minimum of four passengers to confirm one so the best idea is to have as wide a selection of days and times available as possible.
Fishing Tours and Fishing Charters in Maui - Options Below:Aerial Sport Fishing Charters Aerial Sportfishing Charters offers deep sea fishing charters on the “Kai Akua”. The “Kai Akua” is a thirty-five foot Cabo sport fishing boat. This boat is designed for fishing the deep sea by fishing for fishermen. The “Kai Akua” features dual 450 HP Caterpillar diesel engines, Shimano Tiagra fishing reels, high tech navigation equipment, roomy air-conditioned cabin, CD/DVD players. They will be fishing in the ocean for Mahi-mahi, Ono, Ahi and Marlin using live bait, dead bait, and artificial…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $195.00 - To: $1,050.00) |
Aloha Blue Sport Fishing Charters If you want to go fishing, are not trying to target a huge Marlin or Tuna and would be satisfied with just reeling in some smaller fish to take back to the condo and throw on the grill might want to consider looking at Aloha Blue Charters. You’ll normally drop your bait to about one hundred feet where the fish that are feeding on the creatures on the bottom will take their turns on it. The trip is aboard the power catamaran “Hokua” which is powered by eco friendly jet drive motors. The catamaran…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $128.90 - To: $2,080.00) |
Desperado Sport Fishing Charters Experience big game deep sea fishing aboard the “Desperado”. The Desperado is a custom built thirty-one foot Bertram designed for big game fishing in the turbulent open oceans of Hawaii. The boat is equipped with a Rivovich Fighting Chair, a Tuna Tower, Fish Finder, and Penn International Rods and Reels. This boat has a star-studded history and has even hosted such celebrity fisherman as Britney Spears. The Desperado departs from Kaanapali Beach on the west side of Maui. This departure point can…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $79.50 - To: $912.00) |
Hinatea Sport Fishing Charters Go fishing off the deep-sea buoys in water that is thousands of feet deep aboard the “Hinatea”. The “Hinatea” is a forty-one foot Hatteras Sportfisher with twin Cummins turbo-charged diesel engines. The crew and the of equipment on the boat are top notch. The “Hinatea” uses Penn International rods and reels. The “Hinatea” is also equipped with a fighting chair, tuna tower, and depth/fish finders as well as a GPS. They go out of Lahaina Harbor and target what is in season. The fish that they…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $75.00 - To: $1,055.90) |
Luckey Strike II Sport Fishing Charters The “Lucky Strike” is one of the larger fishing boats in Maui’s fishing fleet. She is a fifty foot Delta Marine fishing vessel that is equipped with two marine heads, a spacious cabin, enclosed fly bridge, global positioning system, fish finder, auto pilot, Penn International gear, radar, two fighting chairs and large fish coolers. All of their fishing charters include use of fishing gear, tackle and bait. These are deep sea fishing charters where they are targeting the larger pelagic fish of…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $80.00 - To: $1,103.90) |
Maui Fun Sport Fishing Charters Come fishing with Maui Fun Charters on their twenty five foot boat, the “Marjorie Ann”. This boat is a good choice if you have a small party and would prefer not to go out with a full complement of six anglers. “Personalized” would be a good word to use to describe Maui Fun Charters. They do their best to tailor their tours just for you, and that’s not limited to just fishing either. Any given day might include snorkeling, diving or whale watching (which are all available on a private basis)…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $132.90 - To: $132.90) |
No Problem Sport Fishing Charters Go for a private fishing trip aboard the “No Problem”, a well equipped thirty seven foot Merritt fishing boat that departs out of the Lahaina Harbor. Generally the “No Problem” goes on deep-sea trips where they target the pelagic fish of the open ocean such as: Ahi, Mahi-Mahi, Ono, Aku and Marlin. All skill levels of fisherman are welcomed from beginner to advanced and the crew is more then happy to help fillet some fish for your group so you can take home something to throw on the grill…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $700.00 - To: $900.00) |
Piper Sport Fishing Charters Go fishing onboard the “Piper” and enjoy the fast-paced thrill of game fishing in the blue Hawaiian waters off the coast of Maui, Molokai and Lanai. Try your luck at landing Marlin, Tuna, Wahoo, and Mahi Mahi. Watch the whales in season, sunbathe, enjoy the scenery or just plain relax aboard the Luxurious "Piper". This forty-three foot Bertram Sport Fisher is for up to six fishermen. The boat features a marlin tower, shaded observation deck, air-conditioned cabin, the ability to cruise at thirty…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $911.90 - To: $1,247.90) |
RascaI Sport Fishing Charters Rascal Sport Fishing Charters offers private, shared and custom charters aboard their fully outfitted 43’ Bertram Sport Fishing Boat. The “Rascal” features a spacious air conditioned salon, cozy V-berth, modern bathroom, an entertainment center and a Tuna Tower. They are equipped with top of the line fishing equipment such as: Penn International Reels, State of the art electronics including a Color FishFinder and GPS. The Rascals experienced captain & crew will be targeting the pelagic fish of…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $190.00 - To: $1,150.00) |
Reel Luckey Sport Fishing Charters The “Reel Luckey” is a luxuriously appointed thirty-eight for Mediterranean Sportfishing Yacht. She is available on a private basis only and departs out of Lahaina Harbor. She is powered by large twin turbo charged diesel engines. There is plenty of shade to cool off from the sun in the roomy cabin that is fully air conditioned. The “Reel Lucky” is also equipped with a large flying bridge and custom live bait well. The “Reel Lucky” caters to all levels of fisherman. Anyone from a first timer to…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $767.90 - To: $839.90) |
Start Me Up Sportfishing Start Me Up Sportfishing Charters is owner operated with over thirty-one years of experience fishing Hawaiian waters. Start Me Up Sportfishing Charters has a fleet of five forty two foot Bertram Sportfisher Boats that come fully equipped with the finest tackle and equipment. Novice and Pro anglers are welcome to come fishing with Start Me Up. The crew of start me up will allow you to participate as much or as little as you would like in the fishing process. Start Me Up Sportfishing Charters…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $99.00 - To: $999.00) |
Strike Zone Sport Fishing Charters Strike Zone Sportfishing Charters offers a variety of charters including sportfishing and bottomfishing charters. Sportfishing generally involves trolling into the deep sea towards the buoys that attract the deep sea pelagic fish such as the Ahi, Aku, Ono, Mahi-Mahi and Marlin. Generally on these trips the size of the fish will be much larger then you will find on the bottom fishing trips but the amount of fish you will catch is generally lesser in number then on the bottom fishing excursions…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $92.38 - To: $2,347.76) |
Unreel Sport Fishing Charters Go fishing with Unreel Sportfishing Charters and troll for mahi mahi, marlin, ono, ahi, aku, sailfish, and spearfish. Three quarter and full day trips are recommended for those in search of big game that would like to fish the deep sea buoys. Half day trips are recommended for catching smaller sport fish and trolling in the coastal waters. All fishing gear, bait, sodas, ice and coolers provided. No fishing license is required. Optional tag & release fishing is available on request. The “Tale Walker"…(more info) | Price Range: (From: $133.90 - To: $1,151.90) |
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Fishing Charters in Maui - People always
have bunches of questions about fishing on Maui. Here are a few answers
to some of the main questions asked:
Charters on Maui are either done on “share boats” or
on “privates”. Most, but not all, boats will just take
6 passengers. You can sign on a share boat and then be on with other
passengers who sign up as well. Most boats require a minimum of 4 passengers
to make the trip a “go” so if you are one of the first
passengers to sign up you may not be confirmed. 
If
you take the boat as a private you will automatically be confirmed
and the private price allows you to fish just by yourself or with 5
of your best friends. Generally speaking if your have 4 or more passengers
in your party you should consider taking the boat as a private because
the pricing will be the same or better and you’ll have the whole
boat just for your family and friends. Fishing charters usually come
in half, three-quarter or full days which are approximately 4,6 or
8 hour trips. As a general rule, the longer you fish the larger you
latitude of fishing locations becomes and your likelihood of catching
fish increases. There is no guarantee you’ll catch fish. The
captain and crew will do the best job they can but remember the old
adage about why they call it “fishing” and not “catching”.
When you do catch fish many people want to know if they’ll
be able to keep the catch. The way it generally works on Maui is that
the fish caught are kept by the boat since most visitors would not
have anyplace to keep the fish if they took it with them anyway. The
crew will almost certainly however carve off enough filets for you
to take back to the condo to have a fish fry for your family and friends
that evening. Fish that are most commonly fished for and caught
here on Maui are the Skip-jack and yellowfin tuna, Marlin, Ono, and
Mahi-mahi. In addition to the trolling which is the most popular
form of sport fishing here on the island, we also have boats that go
out bottom fishing. On these boats each fisherman is given a pole.
The boat stops over a likely fishing spot, and the fisherman drop
the bait down near the bottom ..and hopes for the best. As a general
rule, you will almost always catch some type of fish when bottom fishing
but they are usually much smaller fish than can be caught when sport
fishing.
