Kona Fishing Charters

Fire Hatt Sportfishing Charters is a Kona fishing charter on the big island of Hawaii. We specialize in world class Kona fishing charters for big game fish like marlin as well as many other species such as ahi tuna and ono. We also offer snorkeling, whale watching tours and sunset cruises aboard the fully outfitted 43 foot Hatteras Convertible. Captain Chuck Wilson has been fishing for over 40 years in the waters of California, Mexico, Cabo San Lucas, Texas, and Hawaii. Chuck has a passion for fishing, being on the ocean, and sharing his experience with his fishing guests that are looking for a Kona deep sea fishing adventure. We cater to anglers of all fishing backgrounds and experience levels. This is a family friendly Kona fishing charter, but we also cater to serious anglers looking to chase big game offshore. Please contact Fire Hatt Sportfishing Charters if you’re looking to book your next Kona offshore fishing charter. 

Come join Fire Hatt Sportfishing for action packed fishing charters off the coast of Kona. Hawaii has a vast underwater ecosystem that provides nutrients to native fish species and draws in pelagic fish that feed in our waters. All of our fishing charters are serviced from our 43’ Hatteras Convertible.  It has a hull designed to smoothly slice through any water and provides the ultimate stable fishing platform to ensure a successful day on the water catching fish. It combines well thought out engineering, power, “fish ability”, and stability with an interior that is elegant and comfortable. We provide all the fishing gear you’ll need for a fun day on the water and safety is always our top priority. Please give us a call today to book with a World-Class Kona charter fishing captain.

If you are looking for an epic Kona fishing adventure with a focus on high-end service, you came to the right place! Our Kona deep sea fishing charter company explores the Kona coast and wherever the fish are biting. We aim to provide an experience that is unparalleled on the market, which is backed up by 200+ 5 star TripAdvisor reviews. We offer half, quarter, and full day Kona fishing charter options and service many of the resorts and hotels in the Kona, Hawaii area. We would love to hear from you, so if you are interested in the adventure of a lifetime, please request more information.

Oh So Close, It was a little painful, but worth every moment!

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Oh So Close!  “It was a little painful, but worth every moment” says Julia and Jon Eichler who live in Eagle River, Alaska.   The Eichlers have been to the Islands five times since 2011. They have been to Kailua-Kona on 3 occasions including this last trip. The family fished with Chuck and I a few years ago, we did not get one bite, but it was a beautiful trip with some snorkeling at Captain Cook Monument.  They were then visiting the island because Julia had competed in the LavaMan Triathlon.

This time they wanted to dedicate the entire charter to fishing. “Captain Joe Schumaker and deckhand Captain Brian Schumaker did a great job of making this an enjoyable trip and did a wonderful job. Very professional.”  Were the comments relayed to Chuck and I from Julia and Jon.

We had great weather of course and several whale sightings. About 30 minutes before the fish hit, Joe mentioned that fish normally hit when all of the guests have fallen asleep. Jon’s  wife and daughter fell asleep and he tried to keep his eyes open, but found himself waking up to the sound of the reel screaming!  Hooked Up!  The Marlin came in on the long rigger line and ate a pearl head bullet.

This Pacific Blue Marlin is the biggest fish Jon has caught. Though he wasn’t sure why it was considered caught, but apparently knew a requirement was met that makes it reportable.

RELEASE: Once you get to leader it is considered Catch and Release whether you release it or it releases itself.  In a tournament situation, the fish would have to have been tagged for it to count.

Video courtesy of Jon and Julia Eichler.

Fire Hatt is a proud member of the AFTCO  Pro Fishing Team.  You can go to AFTCO.com and AFTCO Logo 2read their amazing story.