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Silky Sportfishing

10 reviews
#124 of 191 Boat Tours & Water Sports in Kailua-Kona
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Kailua-Kona, HI, USA
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About Silky Sportfishing
6 passengers Full AC, 2 state rooms, 2 bathrooms, full kitchen, interior seating for 8, upper deck shaded seating for 6, sleeps 5, entertainment Center (TV/DVD/CD)Tailored tours: snorkel and fishing combo tours, big game, reef & light tackle fishing, fly fishing, overnight trips, tournaments, whale & dolphin watching. Silky is a bristol 45’ Viking sport-fisher which is the only one of its kind in Honokohau Harbor. The interior is adorned with natural teak and has an inviting feel. Since her arrival to Kona the Silky has been the only boat in the Kona fleet to have strictly adhered to tag and release of all billfish. The owner-operator is a true professional and has a wonderful reputation of being extremely accommodating to their guests. Captain John Bagwell has been fishing since 1970, starting in Daytona Beach, Florida and traveling to many places since that time. Daytona was just the start of what has become his his passion of marlin and big game fishing.
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ROZ B wrote a review Jan 2020
Grants Pass, Oregon29 contributions6 helpful votes
Great fishing day with Captain John aboard the Silky!
I chartered a 3/4 day fishing trip for my husband as a Christmas gift! The greatest gift I have given thus far! Captain John and deck hand John were incredible! The equipment was top notch, very friendly and professional throughout the entire process! We caught a spearfish, but more over throughly enjoyed our day. We will be repeat customers!…
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Date of experience: January 2020
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poodlemomBaltimore wrote a review Mar 2019
Baltimore34 contributions37 helpful votes
No luck
This was one of the low points of our vacation because we didn't catch any fish but I'm not sure I can blame the captain. The ship is pleasant. Captain John was very accommodating to our schedule. His crew hand, John was very funny. Wish we had had better luck.
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Date of experience: March 2019
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Richard H wrote a review Mar 2019
Payson, Arizona6 contributions4 helpful votes
Great Day Sport Fishing & Snorkeling
Cpt John is a true pro. Outstanding gear, 47’ boat with all the comforts and tirelessly worked so we could catch fish. I’ve been on lots of charters where you get dragged all over with no real concern for fishing success. Not so with John. Worked tirelessly so 11 year old could get his first ocean fish. Combined the day with snorkeling at Cpt Cook Monument one of the best spots in the world. Highly recommend Silky. Learned a lot about the island. Cpt John is a terrific host. …
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Date of experience: March 2019
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Micah G wrote a review Sep 2018
Atlanta, Georgia48 contributions1 helpful vote
Hawaiicon on the Silky
Guest to Hawaiicon had 2 half day adventures on the Silky. Both had fun hook ups with marlin's but the fish spit the hook. Everyone had a fantastic time. More pictures at hawaiicon.com
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Date of experience: September 2018
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Jimcheff wrote a review Nov 2013
Wildwood, Missouri3 contributions1 helpful vote
Top Choice for Kona Fishing
We booked with Silky Sportfishing for 1/2 day with my wife and daughter during our visit to Kona in October 2013. With lots of boats to choose from, the captains of the Silky made it for us. Captain Tobin not only helped us land fish but taught us about the habitat, lures and most effective way to handle the rod and reel. Being from St Louis, we were disappointed the Cardinals lost the World Series but thrilled to have been fishing on the Silky where the people made all the difference. Thanks Captain John and Captain Tobin for a memorable day.…
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Date of experience: October 2013
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