Guide to Deep Sea Fishing in Hawaii: Thrills Below the Waves

Key Takeaways

  • Nasty Habit Fishing Charter starts at $1,000 for a half day, and goes up to $1,600 for a full day. We offer a private charter on a large 51’ sport fisher with showers, a bathroom, tv and a couch so you can relax when you’re not catching fish.
  • Kona, Hawaii is the best island to get your deep-sea fishing in. With a large drop off right near Kona and plenty of other fishing spots nearby you can plenty of large sport fish.
  • Deep sea fishing in Hawaii could not be more worth it. We will do our best to ensure you have the time of your life on the boat and create a memorable experience while visiting Hawaii.
  • With a temperate climate, fishing in Hawaii can be done any time of the year, while summer months could mean potentially larger fish.

How much does it cost to go deep sea fishing in Hawaii?

Deep sea fishing in Hawaii can cost as little as $600 and could be more than $3,000. The average half day trip is about $800 dollars while the average full day trip costs around $1,251. These average prices include both private and public charters. Our prices at Nasty Habit Fishing Charter start at $1,000 for a half day, $1,300 for ¾ of a day, and $1,600 for a full day.

Nasty Habit is a private charter boat that has an air-conditioned interior, 51-inch tv, bathroom, showers, and a leather couch. Not only do you have the opportunity to fish in beautiful Hawaii, but you can do it in comfort and ease. Public charters can sometimes come at lower costs, but you will have less control of the trip, less amenities, and be on a boat full of strangers.

Not only do you get a private boat with our prices, but we also have a cancel any time policy to get all of your money back and if you’re not happy with your trip we will issue a refund. We offer these policies because we want to be flexible, and we know trip plans can change rapidly.

Which Hawaiian Island is best for deep sea fishing?

Kona island is the best island to travel to for deep sea fishing. This big island is the hub for sport fishing because of its proximity to a large ocean drop off which is where big game fish like to hang out.

From Kona you can fish almost every saltwater sport game fish possible, including marlin, mahi-mahi, wahoo and all the tuna you can eat. If you are wanting to catch fish that are over 100 pounds and taste delicious then Nasty Habit is the charter for you. With amazing year round fishing you can catch fish no matter when you have planned your vacation.

Is deep sea fishing in Hawaii worth it?

Absolutely, deep sea fishing in Hawaii is most definitely worth it. Going to Hawaii is already an amazing vacation and booking a fishing charter can only enhance your vacation. If you enjoy fishing to any degree, adding a fishing experience will be sure to be the highlight of your stay.

Our fishing trips start at $1,000 for a half day and are $1,600 for a full day. This is comparable to prices for fishing charters across the mainland whether it be for deep sea fishing or guides on rivers. With reasonable prices and absolutely amazing sport fishing from tuna to mahi-mahi to marlin, your trip out onto the Pacific Ocean could not be more worth it.

What is the best month to deep sea fish in Hawaii?

The best month to fish in Hawaii depends on what fish you are wanting to target. From January to February you can catch skipjack and yellowfin tuna, from March to May mahi-mahi begin to show up. June through August you can catch larger yellowfin tuna, and from September to December you can catch marlin and yellowfin.

Fishermen differ on when the exact best month to fish is, but June through September is a great time to catch a wide variety of sport fish in their largest sizes. However what’s important to remember is that Hawaii is a temperate zone and good fishing can be found year round. At Nasty Habit we do our absolute best to ensure a great time for everyone and any group. We want to make your fishing charter the highlight of your stay and will do our best to catch you the biggest fish possible.

In Summary

Fishing is our profession and catching you the biggest fish possible is how we make our charter memorable. We will do our best to ensure you have a great time and catch some massive sport fish. As a private deep sea fishing charter you can choose who to bring in your group, and we do the rest. A full day costs $1,600 while a half day only costs $1,000. Additionally, The choice on whether or not you want to spoil your children with a sportfishing excursion rests squarely on your shoulders, but should you bring them we are happy to help teach them how to fish.

Reach out to us at Nasty Habit Fishing Charter to book your private trip today.