"Why Fish for Bass?" 
     Because on Kauai & Oahu you can!! 

Aerial acrobatics, guile and cunning, the Peacock Bass is an intelligent, powerful, and worthy opponent of even the most accomplished tournament bass angler…..and you don’t need a passport or have to worry about the water to do it!

Sportfish Hawaii has found the top guide for putting you in the right places and using the right techniques to catch your share of Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, and the world famous Peacock Bass.

For information on Bass trips on Kauai see below.  For information on Bass trips on Oahu, please click here (Oahu).

Captain Tom on Kauai & a world famous Peacock Bass

Considered a celebrity in Japan, Tom was once the holder of an IGFA world record for Peacock Bass, at 8 lb 9 oz. It has since been surpassed both by another angler and himself. The current record is 10 lb 8 oz, and Tom’s personal best is 9lb 7 oz. Tom believes there are fish in his reservoirs that are well over 11 pounds, and he wants that record back. Tom also holds the Hawaii state record for Smallmouth Bass at 5 pounds. This amazing fish was 22 ¾ inches long!! Other accomplishments include Tom being a four time Interisland T.O.C. champion, a four-time Interisland Classic Champion, and the 1996 BBWC Hawaii State Champion.

More than just the record books, Tom has been featured in US magazines such as Western Outdoors, Arizona Angler, Al Linder’s Infisherman (magazine and TV), and Bassmasters, and Japanese publications such as Bass World, Basser, Rod and Reel, and Zeal hotline Magazine. He has been featured on ESPN, TNN, Outdoor Life with Dick Butkis, and Charlie White’s Fishing Machine.

There are over 165 reservoirs and nine rivers on Kauai, and Tom has fished them all. Tom’s techniques developed in the early years of fishing Waita reservoir made that lake famous, but new ownership and better, new found grounds have nudged Tom into fishing more locations on the rest of the island. He now selects the top spots, many of which are seldom fished, allowing anglers the freedom to fish the remote spots of Kauai for the world famous Peacock. Use Tom’s experience and skill guide you to the best spots to catch you the fish you want to catch.

The seasons
The following species are caught in fresh waters all year round, but certain times are often better than other for certain species. (Note: This is just a guide. Since the fish can't read the guide, success rates do vary year to year and month to month and fishing can be slow at times even when it's normally excellent or good)

The Fishing Style

In order to get where the fish are, Tom uses several fishing techniques.  He has several "johnboats" which are small skiffs with flat bottoms and electric motors.  He also does some fishing from shore or wading into the water from shore.  Tom also uses the float tube technique where you float yourself in a tube and move around using fins.  Because the water is warm year round, wading and float tubing can be done all year.  The guide does provide the float tubing gear.  If you are not comfortable with float tubing or wading, it's fine, you don't have to try it if you don't want to, you can still catch fish from the boat.    

Anglers may bring their own gear if so desired, as we know some are just partial to their own stuff.  Anglers wishing to use fly tackle are also welcome to bring their own also.  Please call to discuss the needs and requirements to get your flies and tackle selected before you leave home.  Please note that the guide does not have fly gear so you will need to bring all of your own gear for fly fishing.

Kauai
All prices include expert guide service, rods, reels, bait, and beverages. For full day trips, you will need to bring your own lunch.  Tom does provide a cooler and ice to keep your lunch.  4% State Tax and Gratuity are not included.  Trips are exclusive trips.  Reservations/Information Request for Kauai
  

Travel Note: Airport pickup is available at no extra charge. Inter-island anglers or those visiting other islands don’t have to pass up a chance to battle Peacock Bass. Sportfish Hawaii can help with all your arrangements to fish for Bass on Kauai, either by flying in, fishing and flying out, or by spending a night or two on this fabulous island.  

Why Fish for Bass? Because on Kauai, you can! Book early for best selection of dates.

When you are ready to make a reservation, or if you would like more information, please click on the request link above or call us toll free at 1-877-388-1376 or send an email to kathy@sportfishhawaii.com and we will be happy to answer your questions and/or complete your reservation.