North Shore Shoreline Fishing, run by NS Tour Guide, is a 1.5-hour shoreline trip at $140 per person. Malama Kai Fishing Experience, run by North Shore Stables, runs 2 hours from Waialua.
The rest of the choice turns on whether you want a shore trip or a boat trip, how long you have, and who is in your group.
How do you choose?
Start with the kind of trip.
| Tour | Price from |
|---|---|
| North Shore Shoreline Fishing | $140 per person |
| Limitless Shared Sportfishing Charter | $299 per person |
| Waikiki Private Charter | $800 for the group |
| Fishing Charter | $850 for the group |
| Live Bait Bottom Fishing | $900 for the group |
| V.I.P Pelagic Fishing Charter | $1,050 for the group |
| Full Day Pelagic Fishing Charter | $1,400 for the group |
| Private Fishing Charter on The Bob Marlin | $1,500 for the group |
Next, weigh the time you have. The Hawaii Ocean Adventure Tours Fishing Charter runs 5 hours.
Then look at age. Boat tours set their own minimum ages, so compare the limits before you pick a group trip.
How much does it cost, and what is included?
The Manacruises Waikiki Private Charter starts at $800, and the Goadventure Hawaii Fishing Charter starts at $1,600.
Plan for those costs separately from the trip price.
What should you expect: how long it lasts and where it starts?
The shoreline trip runs 1.5 hours and starts at the North Shore. The Malama Kai experience runs 2 hours and is based in Waialua.
The Bob Marlin Private Fishing Charter departs from Haleʻiwa Harbor and runs 5 hours. The Goadventure Hawaii Fishing Charter meets at 66-105 Haleiwa Road and runs 9 hours.
Arrive with enough time before departure to find the meeting point. Plan the rest of your day around a 9-hour trip if you book the Goadventure Hawaii Fishing Charter.
Who does it suit, and who should skip it?
Shore trips suit visitors who want a short outing and no boat.
Boat trips suit families and groups that meet the minimum age. The Limitless Shared Sportfishing Charter sets a 5-year minimum, and the Hawaii Whale Tale Tours Full Day Pelagic Fishing Charter sets 7 years.
Age limits are set per tour, so compare each one before you pick a trip.
Skip a long trip if you have a short stay.
What are the tours to book?
Each tour below is named exactly as we list it.
- North Shore Shoreline Fishing from NS Tour Guide suits a short outing from the shore.
- Malama Kai Fishing Experience from North Shore Stables runs 2 hours and includes a local fishing guide, equipment, a shoreline tent, beach chairs and a stocked cooler.
- Limitless Shared Sportfishing Charter from Aloha Charters LLC starts at $299 per person, includes all gear and tackle, and sets a 5-year minimum age.
- Private Fishing Charter on The Bob Marlin from Bob Marlin Charters runs 5 hours from Haleʻiwa Harbor and starts at $1,500 per group.
How do booking and cancellation work?
Read the policy that matches the tour you pick. The North Shore Shoreline Fishing trip requires at least 48 hours notice to avoid a charge. The Malama Kai experience offers a full refund or credit with 24 hours notice.
Boat cancellation is stricter. The Goadventure Hawaii Fishing Charter has a 48-hour window. The Hawaii Ocean Adventure Tours Fishing Charter makes a deposit non-refundable if you cancel within 72 hours, unless a doctor's note covers a medical emergency.
Choose the Malama Kai experience if your plans may change on short notice, since it allows changes up to 24 hours ahead.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to go deep sea fishing in Hawaii?
The V.I.P Pelagic Fishing Charter from the same operator starts at $1,050 per group.
How much is a 1 day fishing license in Hawaii?
The Hawaii Whale Tale Tours Full Day Pelagic Fishing Charter includes a fishing license.
Can you fish off the shore in Hawaii?
The North Shore Shoreline Fishing trip includes poles, tackle and bait.
