Full Day Sportsman/Enthusiast Charter

Overview

The Full Day Sportsman (Extended) Charter is 8 Hrs. of fishing! This allows enough time to check all the buoys in a 40 mile range. This almost guarantees you will catch more fish than anyone!

We can also light tackle the buoys for Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and Ono, if you choose.

The "Cowboy" is a very comfortable 35’ Bertram, for you to relax and enjoy the experience...until you're on and adrenaline is flowing!

*In addition we will fillet and package your fish and provide complimentary photos/videos of your experience.

City: Big Island of Hawaii

Sun 23 Feb

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Starting at $1475.00

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Sun 23 Feb

Starting at $1475.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

All Fishing gear is provided. A cooler with ice is provided, just bring whatever you like to eat or drink.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (55)

Trvler59

Nov 2022

We text, left vm with questions and was told that we would be able to keep,our catch. We are local and after being told we had to release the Blue Marlin (which we were ok with) they kept the 95 pound yellow fin tuna. Which was extremely frustrating and then we were expected to tip too. When you ask the questions and are old the catch is yours that’s what you expect. We would not have kept the whole fish either, but not even given the option. The Captain was on his phone a lot, I think to find place to fish. We are planning 2 more trips but will find another boat that honors the clients keep the fish.

Response from Host

Dec 2022

Aloha - I’m sorry to hear of your disappointment. Capt. Gaige always cleans fish for the clients that are under 50 lbs. and gives them as much as they want. As locals, you would know that most boats keep the fish that are over 20 lbs - we say 50 lbs. Capt. Gaige also knows that if the client is adamant on keeping the fish, we will work something out. We usually release the Blue Marlin that are over 150 lbs, as that is another common practice here on the island. Nothing on the boat or our site says anything about having to tip. I am glad to hear that you were able to catch a Blue Marlin and a Nice Ahi! Thanks for fishing with us. If you would like to fish with us again, I would offer half price for you - and agree to let you keep whatever fish you want. Mahalo, Gordon

Lila053

Sep 2022

AWESOME - two experiences with Ryan and Gaige were super fun. It is called "fishing" and not "catching" for a reason. A captain can find the perfect spot; the first mate can bait a rod with the perfect lure - BUT there is no guarantee they can make the fish bite!!! With that being said we did a 3/4-day trip with only one tuna caught and three days later did a full day (in the same fishing areas) and caught 2 marlin and 2 mahi-mahi. Whether you are lucky enough to catch fish or not, the boat is very comfortable, and Gaige and Ryan do all they can to make the trip pleasant. Both are willing to engage in conversation if that is what you want or let you rest and relax if that is what you want - as Ryan said - "this is the client's trip" and they do make the trip all about the what the client wants. If the fish aren't biting, they will try different spots, lures - whatever they can do to get you a fish. I consider fishing requiring a little luck and they do try to be luckier. Great fun

F6402SSkentc

Aug 2022

My son and I chartered a full day trip with Capt Gaige at Kona Cowboy. We are both experienced at offshore fishing, my son has even fished a number of billfish tournaments in the gulf of Mexico region. We arrived early and Capt Gaige had the boat completely ready to go. Shortly after departing the harbor we had all the lures in the water in an efficient and well practiced manner.... and we were fishing. Early morning action was a bit slow. Capt Gaige never stopped changing tactics, speeds, lures, etc. Just before 11:00 or so we had a nice marlin come into the set and a few tense seconds later then left long began to dump line, we had "fish on". Capt Gaige and my son quickly cleared all the liners and soon we had a nice 275-300# marlin alongside the "Kona Cowboy". After some great photos we released the marlin and continued to fish with another marlin coming in to the set later but we were not able to get him to take take the lure. The day was a perfect day on the water fishing with a knowledgeable, passionate, and professional Captain. We will be back to Kona and when there, we will be fishing with Kona Cowboy again!

Response from Host

Aug 2022

Thank you Kent for the nice review. Capt. Gaige really enjoyed meeting you and fishing with you and Wayne. I’m glad y’all were able to see a few Blue Marlin. The pictures were great! I have fished with Wayne a few times back in The Gulf, and it’s always a pleasure. Next time you are over, hopefully I will be able to hop on as well. Take care. Gordon