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Top Maui Fishing Charter out of Lahaina Harbor

(Blue Water Maui Sportfishing was formally known as Start Me Up Sportfishing.)

The best deep-sea fishing in Hawaii departs from Lahaina Harbor on Maui. Once a bustling whale town with busy docks, and unruly saloons, Lahaina was the sailors’ port of call during the whaling days. Lahaina has a rich history of fishing in Maui. From the very first Hawaiians who settled in Maui all the way to today, the fishing history of Lahaina runs very deep.

Blue Water Maui has been fishing Maui waters longer than most. Their Maui sportfishing awards have grown considerably through the years. Year after year Blue Water Maui has been a leader among Maui charter boats for catching fish. They have led in every category.  From total weight caught to bringing in marlins caught by their guest passengers, Blue Water Maui Sportfishing has proven to be a top achiever in the Maui fishing industry.

6-hour share fishing boat charters are perfect for an experience in deep sea fishing off the island of Maui. They aren’t too long, yet long enough to reach the deep shelves where the larger catchable fish are swimming about. Most of the best fishing spots on Maui lie beyond the southern coast of Lanai the open ocean. A 6-hour fishing boat charter share will get you there, greatly increasing your chances of catching something. Charter fish boats that depart from Lahaina Harbor get there quicker with a much smoother ride than the small boat harbor in Maalaea.

When selecting a fishing charter in Maui, most anglers opt for the least expensive charter. But before you make your final decision, you should look at their fishing record and the experience of the crew. Those are the two most important things to research before scheduling a fishing charter. This will give you a good understanding of the dedication and passion for fishing of the Hawaii charter boat company. You can ask around the harbor or make calls before you arrive to get a better understanding of what will work best for your wants and needs.

Blue Water Maui Sportfishing is a great option for anyone looking for a fun and exciting fishing experience in Maui. Their state-of-the-art boats are equipped with all the amenities you need to make your day on the water enjoyable, including ice, ice chests, bait, music, and a fridge. Each Bertram class sport fisher boat also has a restroom and kitchen, so you can relax and focus on fishing without having to worry about anything else.

One thing to keep in mind when fishing in Maui, it’s called fishing and not catching because your catch cannot be guaranteed by any charter boat. We wish you good luck and hope your dreams of reeling in the big one come true in Hawaii – Talk about bragging rights!

Top Tip if you’re staying in a condo – be sure to schedule your Maui fishing trip during the first couple of days you are on the island. Why? Because then you can enjoy fresh fish in your condo’s kitchen all week long. Certainly beats paying the high prices that the restaurants command and the overpriced per pound at the grocery store!

Blue Water Maui Sportfishing was the first Maui charter boat company to allow its passengers to keep their catch of the day. They will even clean and filet your fish for you. Hmm… Fresh filet fish for dinner!

Note: Showing your appreciation by tipping the boat crew is a good thing.

Fishing Charter Boat Specifications

Start Me Up is a 42′ (L.O.A.) Bertram Sport Fisher is outfitted with Yanmar 350hp diesel engines with a cruising speed of 22 knots. The top speed is 26 knots.

Start Me Up ports in Lahaina Maui, using slip 12 in Lahaina Harbor. They have experienced and USCG-licensed Captains on all their charters. There are only 6 fishermen per charter.

What to Bring on the Day of Your Fishing Charter

  • No food is provided, but you can bring whatever you like.
  • Beverages are not provided. You can bring whatever you wish.
  • Alcohol & beverages in cans or plastic bottles only
  • Bring a hat and sunscreen

Maui Fishing Charter Restrictions

  • No glass
  • No Bananas
  • Not recommended for expecting mothers
  • Not recommended for people who suffer from motion sickness

Shares

Blue Water Fishing offers a variety of share charters with a maximum capacity of 6 anglers. For the big game fish the angler should consider either a 6 or 8 hour charter. This allows the boat to reach the deep shelves off the back side of Lanai or whatever other location the captain chooses. This is a good 25 miles from Lahaina Harbor and where the fishing is best.

Privates

Blue Water Fishing offers a couple of private charters that are sure to interest the avid fisherman. Private charters only include guests from your group. Got 6 buddies that want to ply the waters of Hawaii, book a private.
Note: Private Charters have a 14 day cancellation policy for a complete refund.

 

If you’re looking for a great fishing experience in Maui, Blue Water Maui Sportfishing is the perfect choice. Book your charter today and start reeling in the big one!

Booking

6 Hour Share

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per Adult $389.95

All Ages

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8 Hour Share

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per Adult $485.95

All Ages

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6 Hour Private

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per Adult $1999.95

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8 Hour Private

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per Adult $2699.95

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Location: Lahaina Harbor Slip 12.
GPS: 675 Wharf St. Lahaina, Hawaii 96761

Days Available:
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.
Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day.

Advance Reservations Required

Times:
Check-in at 5:15am, Departs at 5:30am.

Check-in 30 minutes prior to activity start time.

Total Duration 6 hours

Maui Tickets For Less Cancellation Policy:
A 72 hours notice is required for a refund. Only exception is a note from a local doctor.
No-shows” will be charged full.
When reserving more than one boat or a private charter the cancellation policy is 14 days in advance.

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My family and I had a fantastic time finishing up our trip to Maui with Captain Timster and crew member Ryan. We caught an amazing 45 pound Ono! They made...
Joseph B.
Joseph B.
Had a great time fishing with Captain Tim and Derek. Caught a beautiful Mahi Mahi they cleaned and filtered for usand enjoyed it for dinner.
Wendy C.
Wendy C.
Booked a 6 hour private charter with Start Me Up for myself and two sisters in March 2023. None of us had ever been sport fishing. Captain Tim called to...
James C.
James C.
What a fabulous experience! Our family of 4 had so much fun on the water with Captain Timster & his first mate Ryan. We had never been before, so we didn't...
Nicole K.
Nicole K.
Slow, rough day out on the water but you never know what the conditions will be like when you're taking out a charter. Our whole boat only got one mahi and...
Kristen L.
Kristen L.
Captain Timster and Ryan gave great directions and knew what they were doing. They were great boat hosts. Caught two mahi mahi.
Ken B.
Ken B.
My family and I decided last minute to go on a fishing trip but when we did we were definitely not disappointed to do it with start me up. With the friendly...
avery W.
avery W.
Went on a charter the first week of March 2022. Captain Steve and Ryan made sure that the most important thing on the trip was that we enjoyed ourselves....
Bryce P.
Bryce P.
Great day on the boat! Steve and Dean were amazing and we enjoyed everything! They were great with my son who brought in an awesome catch!! Definitely...
Erin A.
Erin A.
Review by my son. I didn't go on this trip We went out to sea with no delays and surprisingly almost immediately hooked a marlin. With the help of Joel...
Rebecca B.
Rebecca B.
Great crew (Ross, Ekolu, Will), great trip. Our 8-hour tour started with catching live mackerel for bait fish, then headed off the southwest corner of...
Brandon S.
Brandon S.
I was a bit nervous about booking after coming on here and reading the reviews and seeing the star rating but the trip wasn't bad at all. We caught 2 Onos....
Beatriz Adriana G.
Beatriz Adriana G.
Five of us went out on Christmas Eve with Captain Timster and Matt. They were very sociable and knowledgeable. The communication before hand was very...
Ashley B.
Ashley B.
Captain Tim aka Timster was amazing , so knowledgeable we went on a 4 hour fishing trip and I caught a 300 lb Marlin my son in-law caught a mahi-mahi it was...
Ignacio V.
Ignacio V.
Just got back from our trip with Josh and Joel. They were great! We caught plenty of big fish after catching our bait fish in the morning. If something wasn't working we changed it up, and started catching again. They let us participate as much as we wanted. We even saw a bunch of whales. We brought our own food and drinks, but they had a full size cooler of ice for our stuff. We ended with some really nice fillets to last us the rest of our trip. We fished up until the last minute of our 8 hour trip, even after the fish stopped biting. This was WAY better than the charter we went on in the Florida Keys!
Jessica G
Jessica G
These guys know the area and where the fish are. You are paying for a fishing trip - not a guarantee you get a fish, just like any other time you go fishing. You are using their boat and tackle and they will do anything they can to get your fish landed. We spent a full week in Maui and checked different boats while we were there, a lot had no bites or smaller fish. This was the best performing outfit. Once a fish was hooked, they worked hard to make sure you didn't lose the fish, coaching you through it and helping you win the battle. We will definitely use them again
Tales from a not so fabulous B.
Tales from a not so fabulous B.
Had a great time out on the boat. Captain Ross and Deckhand Jameson we’re both very friendly, social and knowledgeable of the local waters, fish and the gear required. I did not read reviews posted before mine but I don’t see how it could be a 1 star. A couple of things that aren’t super awesome and I just want to make those known:It can be super rough, purchase seasick pills or patches before hand just in case it is rough. Second, the diesel smoke from the exhaust can be overpowering inside the boat or down on the fishing deck. I recommend going to the top deck where the views are best anyway.Other than that, it’s about an hour long boat ride to the fishing grounds, we did BOTH high speed troll and bottom fishing. No luck on the troll but we did get some bites doing it. We did get one fish bottom fishing. Overall, it was a fun experience, saw whales, sharks, and dolphins. BYOB works too, especially if doing the 8 hour trip. To comment on other reviews:We never were “forced” to give up our fish. They will give you the whole fish if you want it.No one expressed any comments regarding a tip, even if customary. (We left what we thought was more than fair and they did not complain)I would/will do again when in Maui.
Jim A.
Jim A.
Went fishing with Captain John and Deckhand John on the 2nd January! Left harbour at 2 am at night to be at the Tuna fishing grounds at sunrise! Tuna action right from the start. Life bait on board. John and John know what they are doing and they want you to catch fish! We left the spot after some time to go trolling. Another yellow fin tuna and a blue marlin! Super fun and nice crew. I hope I'll have the chance to go on another trip with them!
Maximilian M.
Maximilian M.
My buddy Mike and his daughter raved about Start Me Up Sport Fishing, Maui. They said clean boats, great crew, nice people and hard workers. Results were...
Kelly C.
Kelly C.
My husband and cousin has the BEST time with Start Me Up Sportfishing. We will definitely be going back to them!
Cyndi R.
Cyndi R.
I have never been fishing before and Johnny gloves and Captain catfish made this trip the most memorable part of my trip. We had an amazing experience. Had...
Jacqueline A.
Jacqueline A.
We had a blast on our fishing trip today! Our crew was the best! Captain Tim was upbeat and kept us all smiling with his contagious personality and Kana...
Michelle V.
Michelle V.
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