38' Custom Phoenix Sportfisher Based in Kona. All prices are per person and include rods, reels, tackle, bait and ice. Require 4 passengers to operate. (Shared Charters on Tuesday and Saturday) Minimum Age 5.

Ku’uipo offers shared charters for up to 6 anglers with at least 3 people required for the charter to operate. When on board you become part of the Ku'uipo family, and they treat you like one! The truth is, most people who book a fishing charter with Ku’uipo come back, year after year. They pride themselves on personal service and caring for the individuals on their boat. They will make sure that your day on Ku’uipo is the highlight of your trip to the Big Island of Hawaii .

On Ku’uipo, you can relax and enjoy your deep sea fishing trip. Whether you want to catch a Marlin, watch the sunset on the water, or just experience a day surrounded by the beautiful Pacific, they will make sure your deep sea charter will be the experience of a lifetime.

Ku'uipo is a sister company of the Inter-Island Sportfishing company based in Honolulu, Oahu. Established in 1950, Inter-Island Sportfishing and the famous Maggie Joe charter boat are the oldest and most experienced charter fishing business in Hawaiian waters.
With an excellent reputation for providing customers quality sport fishing adventures for over 65 years. With three generations of charter fishing in Hawaiian waters and an annual success rate of 90% or better, on full day charters, they provide anglers the best opportunity in Hawaii to catch a trophy fish.

Just bring your food and drink for the day as large coolers and ice are already on board. Fishing tackle, gear and licenses are included. Seasoned anglers are welcom or those with no previous fishing experience for the charter fishing adventure of a life time. The daily morning briefing covers all the sport fishing details to get you ready for that first bite.

Catch Policy - Any fish weighing 100lbs or more will be kept by the boat or released. Individual Fish under 100 lbs will be shared with the boat. If enough fish caught, the customer can take up to 50 lbs uncut fish maximum. Exceptions at Captains discretion only.

Boat Info

Address: Honokohau Harbor - Kailua Kona, Hawaii 96741
Name: Ku’uipo	Captain: Mike Derego and Kevin Hiney
Boat Launched: 2014	Staff on Board: 2
Length of Boat: 38 feet	Beam : 14'
Private Charters: yes	Shared Charters: yes (except Wednesday)
Tag and Release: yes	Keep Catch: under 100 lbs fish shared
Fishing License Required: Yes - LINK	Fish Filleted: yes
Types of Rods: Fenwick	Types of Reels: Shimano
Bent/Standup Rods: yes/no	Reel Sizes: 20-130
Fighting Chair/Harness: yes/yes	Tackle Included: yes
Flybridge: yes	Bait Types: lures/live/dead
Engine: Twin Caterpillar Diesels 435 hp	Fish Finder/GPS: yes/yes
Tuna Tower: no	Life jacket Adult/Child: yes/yes
Galley: yes	Cabins: 1
Food Provided: no	Alcohol Permitted: yes
Fridge/Cooler: yes	Refreshments Included: water
Air Conditioning: yes	CD/TV/Microwave: yes/yes/yes
Toilet/Head: yes	Shower: yes
Swimming Policy: yes	Transportation: at additional cost
Bottom Fishing: yes	Spectator Fee: N/A
Minimum age: 5 years old	Maximum Passengers: 6

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