Captain Don's Sportfishing
Captain Don's Sportfishing
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With Captain Don's Kauai Sport Fishing and Ocean Adventures you can catch mahi mahi, dorado ahi, yellowfin tuna, waho, ono, marlin, sharks, amber jacks, barracuda, giant travalie and much more. The best part is you will catch these amazing fish while cruising the tropical coast of Kauai.
Lihue, Hawaii
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2024
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Denny
1 contribution
Oct 2020
My fiancé and I spent time with Captain Don and deck hand Joey for a 3/4 day trip. We had a terrific time, from catching bait fish to finishing off the day with a 30+ Mahi, an Amber Jack over 25, and a nice grey snapper for dinner!
The skipper and Joey did a great job of working for fish, telling stories, and taking care of us. The seas were calm, plenty of sunshine, and a clean and well-equipped boat.
We contributed a couple of new trivia questions for Don’s repertoire:)
Highly recommend this company and will visit them again one day!
The skipper and Joey did a great job of working for fish, telling stories, and taking care of us. The seas were calm, plenty of sunshine, and a clean and well-equipped boat.
We contributed a couple of new trivia questions for Don’s repertoire:)
Highly recommend this company and will visit them again one day!
Written October 27, 2020
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Sam S
1 contribution
Dec 2021
I've travelled to Kauai several times and never taken the time to book a fishing trip, I'm so glad I finally did! Captain Don is a great skipper, a skilled boatman, and a very good fisherman. He got us into fish even in adverse conditions, everyone in the boat caught a fish. Asher is a great deckhand, very knowledgeable and personable. Even though the seas were a bit rough the day we were there it was a great trip, I highly recommend Captain Don and his crew!
Written December 19, 2021
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Jake B
4 contributions
Aug 2021
Maybe have some scopolamine patches for the seasick. Captain Don and Asher were able to put us on the fish time and time again. We caught 10 Tunas 1 Mahi-Mahi Although he warned us in the beginning just to be happy with catching one fish. Since we live in the desert, we would have been happy with one. Me & my son tried for 3 days trying to catch rock fish off Anini beach spoons and frozen squid to increase our chances. But no dice, We felt defeated. The best was yet to come next to the last day of our 25th anniversary & sons 21st Bday trip. Captain Don had an opening in the AFTERNOON spot. Which I was told usually gets more fish in the afternoon. 30lb tuna reeling in on a open reel took forever to land in the boat. "More push ups and less Xbox" we will be back! It was so much fun. To see a blue Marlin cruising behind the boat and having Asher yell at you to reel the tuna faster so the Marlin will get it what an experience.
Written August 29, 2021
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adam noya
1 contribution
Mar 2021
I called Captain Don to help organize a possible evacuation from Hanalei as the area was cut off by heavy rain, closed roads, and land slides. He took my call, offered every bit of information he had on the situation(including local knowledge and info not making it to any news feed), and provided options regarding what actions could be taken putting both myself and my family at ease. I thanked him and hung up. an hr later, Captain Don called me back just to give an update. the kindness and care demonstrated in calling me back just to give me an insiders heads up as to the constantly evolving situation was incredible. i hadnt called to book a trip, i hadnt been a paying customer, i was just a guy trying to get my family safe and he went out of his what to do what he could. ive been to Kauai a dozenor so time, Captain Don is pure aloha.
Written March 11, 2021
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Julie
2 contributions
Jun 2021 • Couples
Asher and Joey were very knowledgeable and enjoyable to be around! Even though I did get a little sea sick (make sure to take some Dramamine if the waters are choppy) I still had an amazing experience. My husband caught a 100 lb Marlin, and another person on our charter caught a 130 lb tuna. Even though these fish went to the market, Asher and Joey still gave everyone a big amount of fish meat from a fish they’d caught yesterday. I also loved to see the island from the water. Thanks for a great experience!
Written June 16, 2021
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Brigitte R
6 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
Captain Don was the funnest captain ever!! We had such a good time, I would recommend it highly. He works with all experience levels and knows how to make you feel like you’re a part of the crew. He’s got some corny jokes for your entertainment pleasure Lol!
His first mate, Asher worked his ass off!! He was sticking and moving and making it happen when the fish were coming in. What a pro! And he is the coolest dude, treated you with respect. He coached my son expertly while he was reeling in his 67 lb. yellow fin tuna—what a monster!! My son was stoked (and still is!)
My son had his dream come true when he caught the biggest fish he has ever caught. This was one of my most memorable birthdays. Captain Don even let me drive the boat for a few!
Thanks Captain Don and Asher for giving us some profoundly unforgettable memories!! You guys rock!
His first mate, Asher worked his ass off!! He was sticking and moving and making it happen when the fish were coming in. What a pro! And he is the coolest dude, treated you with respect. He coached my son expertly while he was reeling in his 67 lb. yellow fin tuna—what a monster!! My son was stoked (and still is!)
My son had his dream come true when he caught the biggest fish he has ever caught. This was one of my most memorable birthdays. Captain Don even let me drive the boat for a few!
Thanks Captain Don and Asher for giving us some profoundly unforgettable memories!! You guys rock!
Written January 27, 2020
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nate f
2 contributions
Nov 2020
Captain Donnie and Liko created a fantastic fishing experience for my brother, niece, nephew and I! Donnie is an enthusiastic captain and genuinely enjoys sharing his island/fishing knowledge while creating an entertaining trip. He made my niece and nephew feel like they were included in the experience which made them feel comfortable and welcomed.
With Donnie's expert guidance, we were able to quickly hook two large yellowfin tuna almost immediately after reaching our chosen fishing grounds. Liko helped my nephew and niece use correct and efficient reeling technique while safely pulling the fish in the boat.
Overall, we caught 3 yellowfin tuna and one rare
With Donnie's expert guidance, we were able to quickly hook two large yellowfin tuna almost immediately after reaching our chosen fishing grounds. Liko helped my nephew and niece use correct and efficient reeling technique while safely pulling the fish in the boat.
Overall, we caught 3 yellowfin tuna and one rare
Written November 24, 2020
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Jesse M
2 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
Fantastic afternoon on the water. Captain Don and his team (Asher and Tommy) were fun, knowledgeable, and respectful of everyone, including each other. Boat comfortably fit six guests. I have a sensitive stomach for seasickness and was fine after a few initial waves. We caught two ono at 25lbs each and one yellowfin tuna at 103lbs. Total fish time was about 4 hours as Captain Don took a few extra passes in attempt to give everyone an opportunity to catch a fish. At the end everyone had the opportunity to take fish home with them. Great experience, would book them again.
Written June 8, 2021
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Courtney D
1 contribution
May 2021 • Couples
My husband and I are so happy that we called and booked a charter with Captain Don! Prior to booking, my husband had questions regarding the fishing report and Captain Don was extremely honest with us! *Earlier in the week we did a different charter with another charter company and didn’t have that great of an experience.
Captain Don and Joe, first mate, were excellent. They were helpful and a freaking JOY to be around. They walked me through all the steps and what to expect when a fish was on! We caught 3 Mahi Mahi, 4 tunas, and 1 ono.
Don was thrilled to answer all questions my husband could throw at him and he honestly felt like family to us. I highly recommend Captain Don and we hope that we can head back to Kauai to fish with him!
Captain Don and Joe, first mate, were excellent. They were helpful and a freaking JOY to be around. They walked me through all the steps and what to expect when a fish was on! We caught 3 Mahi Mahi, 4 tunas, and 1 ono.
Don was thrilled to answer all questions my husband could throw at him and he honestly felt like family to us. I highly recommend Captain Don and we hope that we can head back to Kauai to fish with him!
Written May 21, 2021
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sstong1
Tampa, FL4 contributions
Sep 2021 • Couples
Had a blast on our trip with Captain Don and Asher. My wife and I went while on our honeymoon, joining 4 other gentlemen on a six hour shared charter. Don was super personable, throwing out one good dad joke after another on this fishing/comedy tour. They were able to get us into some mahi-mahi, landing 5 fish in the boat. Sent us home with enough fillets for three nights of delicious fish tacos, so basically justified the already reasonably priced adventure. All around amazing experience. Seriously makes me question my career choices 😂
Written September 4, 2021
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How did you book a trip with Capt Don's? I did not see a website link.
Thanks!
Written January 18, 2017
I called them directly. All of their information is on Facebook. Try calling (808) 346-6020. It is either Don or his wife Elle's number.
Written January 28, 2017
Hmm I don't remember exactly somewhere around 1,000 give or take for the whole day, it didn't matter when I was done, and I'm still glad 9 months later I picked captain Andys when I go back again in a few years, I will definitely be a repeat customer.
Written January 9, 2017
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