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Rent the GoPro Hero Video Camera with the new Karma Gyro Stabilized Grip and Controller. Capture stunning 4K Ultra HD video and images with rock solid, shake-free, Gyro Stabilization. Included in your rental is a 32GB Micro SD card for you to keep. Add to your order for just $59 per charter at checkout.

You May Keep Your Catch!

We make every effort to Tag & Release all billfish species, but our clients are welcome to keep any other species they catch on their charter. We commonly catch Mahi Mahi (Dorado), Ono (Wahoo) Ahi (Yellowfin Tuna) and upon request can adjust your charter to target these species when appropriate. We will even filet your fish for you.

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Come Fish Kona Hawaii
Hawaii Deep Sea Fishing Charters from Kona for Giant Blue Marlin!

The waters just off Kona Hawaii are renowned for producing giant blue marlin. Kona is one of the few sportfishing destinations in the world where it is possible to catch Blue Marlin year-round. Unlike other sportfishing destinations, the best fishing takes place in the calm, protected waters just a short 10-15 minute ride from the harbor, making Kona a favorite fishing destination for novice anglers and sportfishing enthusiasts alike.

Kona Hawaii is known for its wide range of species including Blue Marlin, Striped Marlin, Short Billed Spearfish and the occasional Black Marlin and Pacific Sailfish. In addition to the numerous billfish species found in Kona, anglers can also enjoy catching Yellowfin Tuna, Ono or Wahoo and Mahi Mahi. Whether you are looking to catch a grander, complete a billfish grand slam or just relax and troll for something to cook on the grill, we’ll do everything we can to make your deep sea fishing charter as enjoyable and productive as possible.

We have been operating sportfishing charters in Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii for over 50 years. When it comes to Big Game Sportfishing, Captain Jeff and his son Captain Brett are two of the most experienced and knowledgeable charter boat captains in Kona Hawaii. Deep Sea Fishing in Kona is fun, economical and an ideal activity for everyone because the fishing occurs very close to shore in the calm, deep waters protected by the large mountains on the Big Island of Hawaii. We supply everything you need to catch fish. Our boat is clean and easily accommodates up to six guests and has a full bathroom on board for your comfort.

Fish in Comfort Aboard our 37 Foot Custom Rybovich Sportfisherman

The Humdinger is truly a custom, tournament rigged sportfisherman, designed and built by hand by Rybovich Boat Works in Palm Beach Florida. Recently re-powered in 2013, The Humdinger is tournament rigged and ready fish. Built in 1958, Hull #33, Originally named “Gem” was built in Palm Beach Florida and later purchased by Captain Jeff Fay and Captain Peter Wright who moved the boat to Kona Hawaii in 1975 to establish one of the earliest fishing charter operations on the Big Island of Hawaii. Captain Jeff has been operating sportfishing charters in Kona Hawaii for the past 50 plus years and is recognized as one of the most knowledgeable captains in the sportfishing industry.

Over 50 Years of Experience
Fishing in Kona Hawaii

Experience Matters…and few captains in the world can claim the experience of Captain Jeff Fay. As the owner and captain of the Humdinger, Jeff Fay has been operating sportfishing charters in Kona Hawaii for over 50 years. During this time he has caught countless numbers of blue marlin for his clients, set dozens of world records and won numerous sportfishing tournaments during his distinguished career. In fact, he is the only captain to win the prestigious Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament five times!

He now shares the helm with his son and Co-Captain, Brett Fay. Together, they operate deep sea fishing charters on the Big Island of Hawaii in Kona from their custom 37-foot Rybovich Sportfisherman. You only have to fish with them one time to see how their passion for marlin fishing in Kona and their desire to share their passion for the sport with their clients comes through in every fishing charter they take.

Fishing Tournaments – Marlin Fishing in Kona Hawaii
Complete List of Kona Marlin Fishing Tournaments in 2021

The waters off the coast of Kailua-Kona Hawaii are one of the most accessible and prolific marlin fisheries in the world. There are few places where anglers can literally catch a blue marlin just a few hundred yards from the harbor. The fishing grounds are also shielded by towering volcanoes that protect the coastal areas from the persistent trade winds on the island, making a day fishing in Kona feel more like a calm boat ride on an inland lake. Finally, the fishery in Kona is productive year-round for Blue Marlin, Striped Marlin, Shortbilled Spearfish, Yellowfin Tuna, Dorado and Wahoo. For all these reasons, Kona Hawaii is a favored destination for globe-trotting, big game sportfishing enthusiasts seeking to compete for cash and prizes.

Each year, anglers from around the world descend on the tiny village of Kailua-Kona Hawaii to do battle with giant blue marlin in the pursuit of big money cash and prizes. Kona is host to about a dozen fishing tournaments each year. While many tournaments focus on species like blue marlin, there are a number of events that target other species such as Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo and Dorado. There are even tournaments tailored to small boat owners under 20 feet in length and a few events just for the ladies. Because the fishing in Kona occurs so close to the island, just a few hundred yards to a few miles from shore, anglers participating in these events spend more of the day with lines in the water. As a result, expect to see a good number of fish weighed at the scales each afternoon around 4pm. While most Marlin fishing tournaments are designed to encourage the tag and release of smaller marlin, the fish that are brought to the scales will typically be much larger and range between 500 pounds to over 1,000 pounds! If you are looking for a fun and exciting activity that is great for the whole family, consider fishing a tournament in Kona on your next visit to the Big Island of Hawaii.

Latest Fishing News

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    Nice Fish – July Kona Fishing Report

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    Wahoo Snappin’!

    Over the past week the fishing in Kona has been fairly consistent, with Ono (Wahoo), Blue Marlin and Ahi Tuna being the main species caught.

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    Kona Fishing Report – September 23, 2020

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    Kona Fishing Report – August 16, 2020

    The fishing here in Kona has been very steady the past few days. There are a good amount of fish around and a decent number of large blue markil being caught as well.