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Kona
Peak Season: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

Kona

Grander marlin waters. Kona's deep offshore waters are home to some of the largest blue marlin in the Pacific. The annual Hawaiian Internationa

Active Charters
0 Verified
Target Species
3 Primary
Avg. Trip Price
$700 CAD
Top Rated
5.0/5

Field Notes: The Bite

Kona is a premier fishing destination with world-class angling opportunities.

Kona's deep offshore waters are home to some of the largest blue marlin in the Pacific. The annual Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament draws anglers from around the world.

Target Species

Blue Marlin

Blue Marlin

SeasonJun-Oct
Avg. Weight200-1000 lbs
TechniqueTrolling, live bait
DifficultyExpert
Yellowfin Tuna

Yellowfin Tuna

SeasonYear-round
Avg. Weight20-400 lbs
TechniqueTrolling, chunking
DifficultyAdvanced
Mahi-Mahi

Mahi-Mahi

SeasonMay-Sep
Avg. Weight10-50 lbs
TechniqueTrolling, casting
DifficultyIntermediate

The Run Timing

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Live Conditions

Water Temp
54°F · Ideal
Tide (Next High)
2:45 PM +11.2ft
Wind
10kts NW
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous
Offshore Forecast (3-Day)
GO — Favorable

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