Fishing

The VENTURE Boat Featured on KITV: Experience the Best of Hawaii’s Fishing & Wildlife! We’re thrilled to announce that The VENTURE Boat with MANA Cruises was recently featured on KITV for an exhilarating fishing adventure off the coast of Oahu! Our expert crew showcased what makes our charters a standout experience, from the thrill…

The VENTURE Boat’s Fish Report: A New Chapter in Our Captain’s Log Happy Independence Day, sea adventurers! As the captains who’ve guided you through the serene and bountiful waters of Ko Olina & Waikiki, we at MANA Cruises are always seeking new ways to enhance our guest’s maritime experiences. Today, we are thrilled to announce…

Epic ono crushed the short corner chrome head on the way to our first marker. What a great fight, beautiful morning, and epic catch. Congratulations and we like the no smile style! Aloha and mahalo!

If you’re planning a fishing trip in Hawaii, whether from the shore or on a boat, it’s essential to understand the state’s current fishing regulations. Since May 2, 2024, the State of Hawaii has required non-resident anglers, 15 and older, to obtain a valid fishing license for recreational marine fishing. Table Of Contents Who Needs a…

Less than a minute with lures in the water we took a beautiful 15# cow Mahi. Great fight with a bunch of jumping. Great job Greg for keeping the line tight all the way to gaff. Glad you had a stoked time with Captain Jesse!

Some great conditions allow us to hit all the currents Top and Bottom. Closeups of these fish remind us of the beauty below. The Rainbow Runner was caught on a plastic soft bait. The Weke took a new rig at the bottom of a deep 30 fathom drop.

The calm winds and nice currents provided the perfect morning for some great hunting! The GT came in at 27# and was a fantastic 15 minute fight to stay off the bottom. It was released back to the bottom after a few pics and a weigh-in. The Jobfish came in at 8.25# and was enjoyed…

What a rare catch by little Jason! Maybe not one in a million but we’ve collectively only ever seen this done once before. He hooked and left his catch (small yellow snapper) near the bottom long enough for it to be attacked by a He’e (Hawaiian Octopus) also locally called by its Japanese name, tako….

Sometimes – beginner’s luck is as true as can be. Fun morning of trolling and bottom fishing for the first time in Hawaii. Two hours of fun went by too fast. Great mixed bag day!

The Mahi have swarmed the ledge for some fun morning starts. They’re not always here but when they are it’s fun! Three hook ups and the last one was a keeper. Yeah guys!