Maui Fishing Charter Information for boat Ho'okela, Maui, Hawaii

Ho'okela Sportfishing

Click here for a short video of Capt. Kim

Ho'okela is an immaculate 32 foot Hatteras (35 feet overall) built in 1985 and powered with twin Caterpillar 3208 Turbo diesels offering 300 horsepower per side. She'll cruise at 21-22 knots with a maximum speed of about 26 knots.

Skipper Kim Miyake has been fishing in Hawaii since he was a youngster, and now has over 25 years experience. After fishing commercially for many years and catching many Marlin to 500 pounds and Ahi to 200 pounds, Kim obtained his captain's license in 1991 to share his skills with his guests.

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Captain Kim Miyaki

Capt. Denny Putnam is also now skippering the Ho'okela when Capt. Kim is tending to business at his fish market. Capt. Denny as been a fishing captain on Maui for over 30 years. He first started fishing on the original Islander boat in Lahaina many years ago. He also spent 3 years skippering the luxurious Piper which runs out of Maalaea harbor on Maui. Capt. Kim was lucky enough to get Capt. Denny to move over to the Ho'okela and he has the utmost confidence is his work ethic, attitude, ability and customer relations.

FLYFISHING, too

For those interested in doing some fly fishing on Maui, Ho'okela has a small assortment of 11 and 14 weight rods that he breaks out in the summer when the weather is more predictable. Fly fishing can be done in Hawaii all year long, but because the winds are less predictable in the winter months, Ho'okela generally doesn't offer fly fishing outside the summer except to those particularly adept at it.

As with most boats in Hawaii, all tackle, cooler space, ice and fresh water are provided. Guests are asked to bring their choice in food, drink and sunscreen, and a hat and sunglasses are also appropriate.

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Interior of Ho'okela

Carrying a wide range of gear including International 80's, 50's, 30's and lighter tackle, Ho'okela is a great choice for the sporting enthusiast. And with Ho'okela's emphasis on full day trips, those looking for a full day's activity in the fishing arena should consider fishing with Ho'okela.

Sportfish Hawaii is proud to represent Ho'okela in our fleet of high-class charter boats. Please call or email to book your trip today.